How to Harvest Bird of Paradise Seeds

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The bird of paradise is a plant native to South Africa. This plant is a relative of the banana tree. The bird of paradise received its name because the flower looks like a bird in flight. The leaves are around 6 inches wide and 18 inches long. This is a tropical plant, grown as a houseplant in place

How to Propagate Desert Willow Tree

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Desert willow (Chilopsis linearis) resembles genuine willow trees because they have similar leaves, but desert willow is actually a close relative of the catalpa tree, which is in the trumpet vine family. This tree grows naturally along intermittent streambeds and washes where it offers natural floo

How to Store Geraniums in Your Basement for the Winter

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The plants we call geraniums are really pelargoniums. In cold climates, they are often treated as annuals, but pelargoniums are really perennials that can withstand a few degrees of frost before being killed. To avoid the expense of buying full grown plants or the hassle of growing more from seed ev

How to Naturally Fertilize a Citrus Tree

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Fertilizing citrus trees is a balancing act. They have nutrient requirements just like any other plant, but their needs differ from other deciduous or evergreen trees because of the type of fruit they produce. This fruit is edible, which may make it desirable to grow the fruit naturally. Use organic

Remedy for Lawn Fairy Rings

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Fairy rings result from fungal activity in the soil. The fungus increases the soil's nitrogen level causing increased growth in the grass above. As the size of the fungus increases, the ring of plush grass growth expands, creating a ring or arc sometimes accompanied by mushrooms or toadstools. Sever

How to Reduce Shock in a Transplanted Evergreen Tree Shrub

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With modern tree-moving equipment it is possible to move and transplant evergreen trees and shrubs, even those with trunk diameters up to 6 inches. One of the significant dangers in transplanting an evergreen tree is known as transplant shock. This shock or stress could damage the evergreen tree and

How to Care for Green Pepper Plants

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How Should I Handle My Honeysuckle Plant?

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Honeysuckle comes in several varieties, and in both vine and bush forms. Its trumpet-shaped flowers give off a strong fragrance, and they're known to attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Blossoms come in orange, red, yellow and white hues. Bushes grow 2 to 15 feet tall, depending on variety, and vi

How to Kill Lacebugs

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Lace bugs are tiny insects that can cause damage to your healthy plants. They are commonly found underneath the flowers or new leaves on plants such as azaleas or lantana. Tiny black spots can be seen on the plant if lace bug damage has occurred. If gone unnoticed, lace bugs can cause discoloration

Leland Cypress Growing Information

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Leyland cypresses are fast-growing evergreen trees that grow to heights greater than 50 feet. They have pyramidal or oval crowns and dark bluish-green foliage. Leyland cypress trees grow best in large-scale landscapes because of their size.

Floral Open House Ideas

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Decorate your home with flowers for an open house.Flowers image by Andrew Podlaski from Fotolia.comIf you are trying to sell your house, it is likely that you will hold an open house in the near feature. Dress up your home with fresh flowers to add to the aesthetic value of your house,...

Indoor Palm Tree Care Instructions

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Indoor palm trees don't require more care than any other houseplant. Palms will need a good amount of sunlight and a watering schedule. They don't usually require fertilizer if you use a suitable soil, such as one with a high amount of potassium. You'll also need to consider the height of the palm y

What Does a Eucalyptus Tree Look Like?

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Introduced to Hawaii and California in the 1860s, Eucalyptus globulus is one of the western United States' most naturalized and recognizable trees. While eucalyptus is used medicinally and as nectar for honey, the tree is invasive and can threaten native trees.

How to Identify Hydrangea Bushes

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Twenty-three different species of hydrangea bushes are found around the world, but U.S. gardeners are like to see only five common cultivars. All hydrangea bushes produce large flower clusters, but care may vary from species to species. Some hydrangeas are pruned in spring, while others must be prun

What Types of Birds Use a Birdfeeder?

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Birdfeeders are not just for seeds anymore, and not just for seed-eating birds. A birdfeeder can also attract birds that eat insects, nectar and fruit. The only birds you won't attract with a birdfeeder are meat-eating birds such as hawks and eagles as well as fish-eating birds such as pelicans.

How to Keep Gophers Out of a Garden

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How to Grow Pieris Temple Bells

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A highly ornamental plant, Pieris Temple Bells flowers on 3- to 5-inch stalks, or panicles, in April and May. The flowers are small, white and bell-shaped and appear to be dripping from the plant. Even before the flower show is over Temple Bells begins producing gorgeous bronze foliage, which eventu

About Insects Attacking My Cottonwood Tree

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Remarkably hardy, the cottonwood tree can withstand the harsh environment of the North American plains. The tree typically grows in moist soil beside streams or rivers. Its tendency to grow alongside bodies of water has enabled it to survive sweeping wildfires. The cottonwood can attain a height of

How to Transplant Tropical Trees

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The size of your tropical tree will determine how difficult it will be to transplant. The older and larger the tree is, the more difficulty you will have in transplanting it to another area, and your success rate will be much lower. It is best to always plant any type of tree in a permanent location

How Much Water Does a Hydrangea Flower Need?

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Hydrangeas need hydration to thrive. Rainfall can provide enough water for hydrangeas, especially during the spring, but when rainfall is lacking, it will be your job to supply supplemental waterings to keep them flourishing. Before watering, there are a few tips to know that can help you properly c