How to Plant Tomato & Cucumber Together

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Growing tomato and cucumber plants together requires two extra conditions. Trellises, fences, stakes and cages come in all forms. An extremely strong, tall and stable support, such as a ladder trellis, is mandatory for growing these crops together. The fruit of tomato and cucumber plants are heavy a

Probable Causes of Wilting Pepper Plants

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Wilt is a common sign of health problems for peppers. There are numerous contributing factors to wilt, some of which are simple to fix. Taking care of a wilting pepper plant ensures a good harvest and keeps the plant healthy. Identifying the cause is key.

About Bonsai Trees

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The word bonsai is Japanese and means miniature tree. These dwarfed trees have been around for more than two centuries and have been used as decoration throughout Asia. Bonsai trees are not a specific kind of tree, but rather any tree that has been made miniature through pruning of the branche

English Daisy Planting Instructions

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With their multitude of white or pink petals surrounding round, yellow centers, English daisies are a classic, cheering staple of gardens throughout the U.S. Almost archetypal in their appearance, they are what most people visualize when they think of daisies. Pleasant to look at and easy to care fo

When to Plant Cosmos in California

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The colorful daisy-like blooms of cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus) tolerate such a wide variety of soil and weather conditions that their easy-to-grow reputation makes them common garden additions in most areas of California. This member of the aster family migrated to the United States from Mexico via 16

Life Cycle of a Pansy

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Pansies are popular flowers that are common in domestic gardens. They come in a wide variety of colors, including yellow, purple, violet, white and black.

How to Save Sunflower Seeds to Plant the Following Spring

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Sunflowers are bright, sunny flowers that yield delicious seeds. The key to growing these lovely plants from year to year is to harvest them correctly. Sunflowers yield large amounts of seeds, so growing new plants is never a problem. Store the seeds properly and your spring planting will result in

How to Dye Hydrangeas

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When flowers absorb water from a vase or container, they also absorb any nutrients and additives in the water. Florists often use dying techniques to heighten or change a flower's color before offering the flower for purchase. During holidays and special events, many types of flowers can be dyed col

How to Plant Red Dogwood

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The red flowering dogwood is a relatively short tree that will make a beautiful addition to your outdoor living space. The red dogwood grows to about 25 feet tall and offers lovely blooms in the spring that last most of the growing season. They are also low maintenance and grow well in temperate cli

How to Store Potted Tuberous Begonias

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In areas with freezing winters, tuberous begonias are not winter hardy. Tuberous begonias are tender perennials that need to be dug up and stored in a heated basement or garage so they won't freeze. Potted tuberous begonias can be planted back outside the following spring. In late fall, before a hea

Are Plants Affected by Different Types of Light?

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Plants are interesting for the way in which they need and utilize light. Plants take in nutrients from the soil, of course, but they can create chemical energy from the light that falls upon them. Known as photosynthesis, the conversion of light energy to chemical energy by a plant depends on the ri

Techniques for Herbicide Application

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There are a variety of different herbicide application methods that can be used to control overgrown vegetation.overgrown bench image by Watt from Fotolia.comIn certain environments it may be necessary to use herbicides to control the growth of undesirable plants. There are a few...

Minerals Found in Sandy Soils

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Sandy soils are part of a larger class known as mineral soils, which are formed by the weathering of the Earth's surface. Sand particles are larger and more spread apart than the particles of organic or clay soils, so they allow for dissolved minerals to easily pass through. Sandy soils...

How Does Mold in the Walls of Your House Affect Your Health?

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Mold is fungus that eats dead plants. Its spores are microscopic and hundreds of them float through the air in and around your home. When mold spores land on an area that has nutrients and moisture it will settle there and will begin to reproduce at a fast rate. Mold can eat almost anything to survi

Why Do Hydrangeas Turn Dark?

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Hydrangeas provide a lush accent to any landscape. The flowering shrubs come in different hues, but their colors can change.

How to Grow Blueberry Bushes in Containers

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Harvesting fresh, health blueberries from their own backyards is the dream of many gardeners. In the past, growing blueberry plants, whether in the ground or in a container, was restricted because blueberries require an acidic soil with a pH value of between 4.3 to 5.0, and, for containers, blueberr

Plum Tree Disease & Insects

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Plum trees are an excellent choice for home gardeners who wish to grow delicious fruit. While plum trees are fairly hardy, they are susceptible to insect infestations and diseases that can affect the health of trees and the quality of the fruit they bear. Proper identification of insects and disease

How to Kill the Woolly Apple Aphid

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The woolly apple aphid is a tiny reddish-brown pest that invades apple trees. The "woolly" in its name is derived from a cotton-like white substance that it secretes. Woolly apple aphids can disfigure the roots, branches and bark of apple trees and can transmit disease to the fruit. You can kill woo

How to Care For an Organic Avocado Tree

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The avocado, formerly known as the alligator pear, is a fruit that is commonly made into guacamole and enjoyed in foods such as salads and sushi. If you grow your own avocado tree, you have the benefit of applying organic practices. This way, you do not use pesticides or other chemicals while suppor

How to Use a Fresh Aloe Vera Gel Plant

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Aloe vera is a popular herb used in natural medicinal remedies. Many people keep an aloe house plant to remedy minor injuries, as it is best known for its healing abilities. The gel from inside an aloe leaf can soothe burns, skin irritation and other dermatological problems, which is why it is used