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How Does a Fertilized Seed Help a Plant Grow?
To create a fertilized seed, a thin coating is attached to the seed before planting. Modern methods of seed coating, developed in New Zealand in the 1950s, assist with seed germination and growth of the young plant. Fertilizer is immediately available for the young, growing seedlings. Seed coatings
How to Prune an English Plum Tree
The greengage plum is the best-known English plum tree. You may find several varieties of greengage, including Bryantson, Golden Transparent and Laxton's Supreme and Old English Greengage. Greengage plums ripen in July and have yellow-green skin and yellow flesh. They have a sweet honey flavor with
Soil Requirements for Growing Bromeliad
Bromeliads are colorful landscape plants native to North and South America. They grow in a range of different situations, from the tops of tree trunks to the forest floor, but always require warm temperatures and bright light. Their dependence on air circulation around their roots gives them specifi
How to Propagate Easter Cactus
An Easter cactus is an ideal houseplant since it does not require full sun and is easy to care for. The cactus produces brightly colored blooms that range in color from white and orange to pink and red. Easter cacti are long-lasting plants that will continue to thrive and bloom for many years with p
Fern Pests
Ferns are used as garden plants, potted outdoor ornamentals and houseplants. They grow wild in woodland areas, preferring deep, cool shade over warm, sunny spots and can often be found growing on the banks of streams, as they also prefer moist roots. They are susceptible to a number of insect pests
Water Mister Tips
Some people use water misters to keep pets or livestock cool in the heat.horse mist image by Christopher Meder from Fotolia.comWater misting systems work in dry climates by forcing a minute amount of water out of a fine nozzle, creating mist. The mist dries quickly and cools the air by...
How to Make a Weeping Willow Root
Weeping willow trees add beauty and grace to any landscape. Propagating a weeping willow tree is relatively easy because the plant contains hormones that promote rooting. Weeping willow trees will root directly in the soil during the summer months and can also be started indoors for spring planting.
Natural Methods of Killing Poison Ivy
Poison ivy plants contain oil called urushiol that four out of five people are allergic to. Plants are found in abundance all across the United States and Canada. Contact with the leaves, stems or roots will result in unbearable itching, oozing blisters and a raised red rash that can persist for up
Usage of Nitrogen & Phosphorus Fertilizers
Fertilizers are among the most important tools at the disposal of any successful gardener. By supplying soils with essential plant-growing nutrients, primarily nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, fertilizers can ensure healthy growth in plants that otherwise may suffer at the lack of these nutrients
Wild Cedar Trees
Depending on your location and botanical exactitude, calling a tree a "cedar" may refer to any number of evergreen conifers, not all closely related to one another. It may be a gnarled, barrel-trunk specimen in a rainy coastal mountain range of Oregon or a spiky-leaved tree clinging to a cliff above
How to Kill Mare's-tail Weed
Mare's-tail is a common weed also known as horseweed. The plant is an annual that can appear in the spring or fall, reaching heights of 6 feet, with leaves that increase in size the farther down the plant you go. Some varieties of mare's-tail are resistant to glyphosate, one of the most common herbi
Is Aloe Poisonous to Cats?
The aloe plant is found in many homes. While this plant has many medicinal uses, it is poisonous to domestic animals such as cats and dogs. Pet owners must take special care to ensure the safety of their cat if they own an aloe plant.
What Kind of Bugs Do Venus Fly Traps Eat?
As carnivorous plants, Venus flytraps eat insects. Contrary to their name, they eat many more insects than just flies. According to the "Smithsonian Magazine," wild flytraps probably eat more crawling than flying insects.
Rose Bush Terms & Types of Rose Bushes
Roses have had thousands of years to develop into many varieties.roses image by Piotr Markowski from Fotolia.comAccording to Nature Hills Nursery, rose petals have been found in fossils dating back millions of years. Rose bushes were particularly popular in early Roman times but were also...
Brown Leaves on an Avocado
Though the avocado trees in your home landscape offer delicious, edible crops, when leaves begin turning brown, enjoyment can quickly turn to concern. While healthy avocado trees display deep green, evergreen leaves, trees under attack by either disease or pests will display the ominous brown hue. E
How to Use Grass Clippings as a Weed Barrier
If they're used in the spring before weeds have a chance to grow, grass clippings can be a successful weed barrier. The grass clippings cover the ground so sunlight is blocked and weeds can't grow. The clippings also reduce evaporation and maintain soil temperature for the growth of desired plants.
How to Care for Outdoor Orchids With Temperatures in the 30s
Cold winter temperatures mean planning an extra measure of protection for your orchid plants. They thrive in temperatures between 50 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit but can survive temperatures in the 30s with a little care. Susan Jones of the American Orchid Society notes that orchids suffer frost damage
Evergreen Indoor Plants
Evergreen houseplants add a touch of nature indoors. NASA studies have demonstrated that utilizing plants indoors contributes to alleviating the sick building syndrome created by tight, energy-efficient homes. There are suitable easy-care plants for every light situation, from low to direct sunshine
The Culture of Palm Trees
Palm trees are the symbol of the tropics. They are also fascinating plants with many different species suitable for various environments. Palm trees aren't that difficult to grow, but they differ from broadleaved and conifer trees in important ways. They are susceptible to the fatal diseases lethal
Tomato Plants With Yellow & Curled Leaves
Greenhouse tomatoes are prone to tomato spotted wilt virus.Peter Kindersley/Stockbyte/Getty ImagesTomatoes are one of the most popular crops grown in home gardens throughout the United States. While tomato gardening is popular, the plants are susceptible to a variety of disease and...