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Butter Daisy, a Low Maintenance Annual
The smaller cultivars are great in containers and will brighten any spot. They were much too thick, so the plants were thinned and the children took some of the seedlings home to plant in their gardens.These tough little plants are very easy to grow,...
California
El Segundo
The Negative Impacts on the Environment by Making Maple Syrup
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's data states, "In recent studies of major rivers and streams, one or more pesticides were detected more than 90 percent of the time in water, in more than 80 percent of fish sampled, and in 33 percent of major aquifers."...
California
Santa Monica
What Is Western Wheatgrass – How To Grow Western Wheatgrass
The plant may also be seeded in late summer provided adequate irrigation is available.Poor germination is common and generally only 50 percent of seedlings survive. South Dakota's state grass is wheatgrass.
Ohio
Willoughby
Machines Used to Harvest Corn
Machines used for harvesting corn have gradually become more complex and more expensive. According to the website for the Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations, these devices are built of rows of three to six conveyors that harvest...
California
Santa Monica
Dave\'s Garden Book Review: Tough Plants for Southern Gardens
I give it two ‘green thumbs up'. Many are pass-along plants and often were given as housewarming gifts, dug from the giver's own garden. They are generally tried and true plants of our mothers and grandmothers; because they had less time to spend on...
California
El Segundo
Plant Profiles for New Gardeners: Cockscomb; Celosia argentea var. cristata
Even if the seedlings sprout in crowded conditions, they can be successfully lifted and transplanted so that they are eight to ten inches apart.If you want an earlier start, or want to try your hand at starting plants indoors, they can be planted under...
California
El Segundo
Plant Profiles for New Gardeners: Coleus
Light is necessary for germination, so don't cover the seeds. Remember to anticipate a fairly large plant. Some varieties can tolerate more sun and there are actually ‘sun coleus' that thrive in brighter conditions.
California
El Segundo
Plant Profiles for New Gardeners: Caladiums
I always have a huge display each summer on my east-facing front porch. Caladiums are very undemanding. They quickly became popular hothouse plants in Europe and breeders soon developed varieties with larger and brighter leaves.
California
El Segundo
How Long Does it Take to Grow Wheatgrass?
This moisture is what signals the seed that it's time to start growing. You can usually harvest wheatgrass at least three times before you need to replant. Water early in the day so the sun can quickly dry the foliage.
California
Santa Monica
Plant Profiles for New Gardeners: The Alba Rose
Albas only bloom once in mid to late spring, but the show and fragrance is well worth giving it a space in your garden.Here in west Kentucky, my alba is over 10 feet tall (3.048m) and just as wide.
California
El Segundo
How to Harvest Wheatgrass Seeds
Store the wheatgrass seeds for up to one year before sowing them. Set the wheat sheaves upright on the ground. Wait until the wheatgrass becomes yellow in color and completely dried out before harvesting the seed.Gather the ripe seed heads into 2-inch...
California
Santa Monica
Plant Profiles for New Gardeners: Zinnias
The flowers are irresistible to our winged friends and it isn't unusual to see many species dancing among zinnia blooms on a sunny day. These plant profiles will feature time-tested seeds and plants that are easy to grow, but produce a great show.
California
El Segundo
Plant Profiles For New Gardeners: Sempervirens tectorum, Hens and Chicks
It was thought to protect inhabitants from thunder and lightning strikes, so was a common sight planted on thatch and sod roofs. To transplant, simply detach one of the runners with a 'chick' at the end and pin it in its new home until roots appear.Forgetful...
California
El Segundo
Plant Profiles for New Gardeners: Daylilies
Originally, yellow, orange and red were the only colors available and the flowers all had a similar shape. All you need to do is brush the pollen from the anthers of one flower to the tip of the stigma of another.
California
El Segundo
How To Grow An Organic Garden
Nothing quite compares to the wonderful plants grown in an organic garden. Others chooseand plants bred for disease retardant and insect tolerance. Keep reading for more information on creating this type of garden and just how easy organic garden maintenance...
Ohio
Willoughby
Grow Wheatgrass Indoors For You & Your Chickens
It's easy to grow indoors on a bright window sill or under grow lights. Step 4 Twice a day for the next three to four days, lift the lid or newspaper and mist the growing seedlings with more water.
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Natural Home Pesticides: Organic Garden Pest Control
Is on the minds of many gardeners these days. Allow to sit over night and then strain the mixture. Organic bug spray for plants will kill any bug in comes in contact with, whether a pest bug or a.
Ohio
Willoughby
Five Benefits Of Growing An Organic Garden
No matter where you go today, people are talking about organic foods. By growing your own, you save money at the store, and in these days of rising fuel costs, you won't have to make as many trips for the perishables.
Ohio
Willoughby
Fertilizer That Is Pet Friendly: Pet Safe Fertilizer For Lawns And Gardens
Avoid them to prevent digging and rolling in the garden. Place the bag out of reach or put it in a plastic bin with a lid that locks in place securely.Pets are very skillful at getting into places where they don't belong, so even if you use pet-safe fertilizers...
Ohio
Willoughby
Organic Garden Soil: The Importance Of Soil For An Organic Garden
Is dependent upon the quality of the soil. If you are like most gardeners, you will already have many plants started, like. Here are a few ideas for adding organic matter to soil to help provide the nutrients it needs for an abundant harvest.Adding organic...
Ohio
Willoughby
Weed It and Reap: How To Weed Your Garden Naturally
Treat pests and diseases promptly, andChoose your weapons well. Goats aren't the best means of control when it comes to grassy weeds, but they love broadleaf plants. Weeds are plants that grow where they aren't wanted.
Ohio
Willoughby
How To Easily & Organically Improve Your Clay Soil
Make sure you work in some of the existing soil into the compost, as it will help any flowers you plant acclimate to the surrounding soil both on the side and below the bed.If you have more time (and you want to do less work), you can simply lay the compost...
Ohio
Willoughby
Tree Guild Permaculture – How To Plant A Tree Guild
This sort of planting plan starts with a vigorous, productive main tree and graduates gently to mutually sustaining sub-plantings. Taking the entire concept into consideration and opting for plants that complement each other helps minimize upkeep and...
Ohio
Willoughby
Planning Guide For Organic Gardens: Ten Tips For Organic Gardening
Pull all weeds before they have an opportunity to take over.on the plants to kill the bugs. Just select an area and begin collecting organic matter such as. If needed, buyfrom your local garden center to make your soil the best it can be.
Ohio
Willoughby
Information On The Biointensive Planting Method
Then, you would plant peppers among the lettuce because they grow taller, and have tall stems. For better soil quality and space saving in the garden, consider biointensive gardening.
Ohio
Willoughby
Organic, What Exactly Does it Mean?
The research is reported in the SCI's magazine.Statistics courtesy if the Organic Food AssociationFor years we've heard to use pieces of broken clay pots to line the bottom of pots to prevent potting soil from falling through the drainage hole.Sometimes...
California
El Segundo
Homemade Pet Friendly Weed Killer
Using products that are available in your house to make pet safe weed killers is less expensive, just as effective and much safer than using the dangerous chemicals sold in stores.
Ohio
Willoughby