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Five Steps to Making a Floral Arrangement
Using floral arrangements to beautify environments, mark rituals and commemorate sad and happy occasions is a tradition dating back at least to ancient Egypt. People think flower arrangements are very difficult to make. But with a few basic steps and tools, anyone can create beautiful arrangements.
How to Prepare the Ground for a Cherry Tree
Cherry trees are lovely and yield a delightful and nutritious crop, but they are relatively delicate and often do not live more than 10 or 15 years because they are very susceptible to disease, pest problems and even plain old root rot. In order to help your new cherry tree live as long as possible,
Varieties of Bluebird Houses
Bluebird houses have helped to increase the species.bluebird image by Dwight Davis from Fotolia.comModernization has led to a decline in natural nesting cavities for bluebirds. Starlings and sparrows are also cavity-nesting birds that are aggressive and compete with bluebirds for nesting...
Diseases of Iris Plants
There are more than 200 different types of irises. It is a perennial plant that is most commonly grown outdoors and used for landscaping. There are several diseases that affect iris plants. Most are easily treated at home or by using chemicals that are found in garden centers or...
How to Plant a Camperdown Elm Tree
A camperdown elm is easy to plant, easy to maintain and makes a wonderful specimen tree in your landscape. With its cascading branches heavy with leaves, the camperdown elm resembles the weeping willow. In spring in produces pale yellowish green flowers, followed by dark green leaves that last throu
How to Germinate Bananas
All banana species occur within the genus Musa, which includes over 50 species of fruit-bearing shrubs and trees cultivated in tropical regions around the world. Most species of cultivated bananas are propagated through rhizome division since the seeds are sterile, but wild species such as Musa balb
Tung Oil Tree & Herbivores
Tung oil trees, or Aleurites fordii, are grown for the production of tung oil or as ornamental garden plants. Poisonous to both humans and herbivores, the tree has been classed as a category 2 invasive plant in Florida.
Identifying Poppy Plants
The poppy plant is an anciently cultivated plant. One of the earliest references to the poppy exists in Homer's Iliad. Most famously, poppy plants are known for the production of opium. The illegality of opium has made it difficult for farmers in Europe to cultivate poppy plants for culinary purpose
Ideas for Built Indoor Planters
Transform everyday items into planters.Martin Poole/Lifesize/Getty ImagesYou can put more of yourself into your indoor garden by building your own planters. Through making your own pots and containers, you can create planters that match your home's interior design and the plants...
When Do Syringa Bloom?
The syringa, or lilac, is a spring-blooming, deciduous shrub, native to Poland and Russia, which was introduced into the United States in the 17th century. The fragrant varieties of syringa number into the hundreds, with differing sizes, flower types and colors.
Bushes That Grow 10 Feet Tall & Have Flowers for Texas
Bushes that grow in Texas have a USDA plant hardiness zone range from 6a to 9b. Plants within this range have an average annual minimum temperature range of minus 10 degrees to 20 degrees Fahrenheit. Grown in a wide variety of sizes and colors, many flowering shrubs that fall within this...
What Do Borage Flowers Taste Like?
The borage flower, a purple, fuzzy flower native to Europe, is often used as an alternative health treatment for rheumatoid arthritis and eczema, according to WebMD. The flower also has a distinct taste that makes it a delicious culinary addition.
Lawn Killing Insects
Most types of bugs are not a danger to lawn health and are most commonly predators of those that may cause damage. Most lawn care professionals encourage homeowners to leave these harmless insects alone, as they actually aid in keeping the lawn healthy. A few species, however, do cause damage and ma
The Best Hardy Plants
The ability to cultivate plants is something for which most of us wish we had a knack, but we often fail. If you love the ambiance that indoor house plants provide, but you have had little success in cultivating healthy flora in your home, there's still hope. By carefully selecting the best hardy
Pre-Emergent Herbicides to Control Weeds
Keeping weeds out of the garden and lawn is a huge challenge, but pre-emergent herbicides can help by stopping weeds before they get a chance to take over. These herbicides are applied before the weeds begin to grow, usually in the early spring or fall, and help reduce the amount of weeding and subs
Native Plants for Containers & Window Boxes
Native blanket flowers can be grown in containers.Jeremy Woodhouse/Photodisc/Getty ImagesThough exotic plants are an enticing addition to a garden, many gardeners choose to cultivate native plants that run no risk of becoming invasive to the local ecosystem. Those looking for a few native...
How to Treat Rain Water
Rainwater can be collected in rain barrels and used without treatment for functions such as watering your lawn, washing your car, and washing your deck. It is important to treat rainwater before using it to drink, cook or wash anything in the kitchen or the rest of your home, as it may be contaminat
Ways to Grow Orange Trees
If you enjoy eating oranges, live in a warm area and have a green thumb, consider growing orange trees. Since orange trees thrive in warm climates, they are most often grown in states like Florida, California and Texas. While you can grow orange trees indoors just about anywhere, at some point, they
Ixora Coccinea Flowers Activity
Ixora coccinea is a species of tropical evergreen shrubs native to India. It is part of the Rubiaceae or madder family. The tubular flowers of Ixora coccinea varieties are borne in clusters and come in an array of brilliant colors. Their "activity" is to attract pollinators.
Effects of Lavender Plants
Lavender image by Borzwear from Fotolia.comLavender plants have been a longtime favorite of gardeners everywhere. Easy to grow, fragrant and attractive, there is a lavender species that will fit into your gardening or landscaping needs. Whether you grow one or multiple lavender plants,...