What Are Palm Tree Fronds?
Palm tree fronds refer to the foliage on the tropical trees, which usually grow from the crown of the palm tree. Palm fronds make the trees easy to identify.
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How To Tell If Your Tomato Plant Is Determinate Or Indeterminate
A tomato plant can be determinate or indeterminate based on its growth habits. Determinate tomatoes only grow to a certain height with fruit growing for a short period. Indeterminate plants continue growing throughout the season and produce tomatoes throughout.
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What Plant Is Most Similar To The Hibiscus?
The plants most similar to the hibiscus are others within the plant genus Hibiscus, although some different genera in the same family (Malvaceae) also include species that feature flowers similar to the hibiscus flower.
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How To Clean A Shower Basin
Products you can use to clean a shower basin include dish soap, vinegar, baking soda and lemon juice, eraser sponges, and non-chlorine bleach. Be careful about not combining bleach with other cleaners.
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Why You Should Plant Your Citrus Trees Far From Cement
Citrus (Citrus spp.) prefers the Mediterranean climates of USDA zones 9-11. Dwarf, semi-dwarf or standard, all citrus trees feature root systems suited to growth in hot climates. Plant citrus trees away from structures and walks to avoid damage.
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Chemicals That Kill Mature Pine Trees
Though it seems a shame, sometimes it's just necessary to destroy trees. Chemicals that kill mature pine trees are often needed for getting rid of these stubborn, resilient plants.
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Why Is My Cauliflower Turning Purple?
Excessive heat and sun exposure are the main reasons your cauliflower has turned purple. While nothing can be done once it has occurred, planting at the proper temperature and blanching can prevent future problems.
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How To Breed Palm Trees With Offshoots
Some palm trees (family Arecaceae, USDA zones 6-12, depending on the species) produce pups or offshoots. Separate and plant rooted offshoots to ensure an identical copy of the parent palm, particularly date palms and some parlor palm species.
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How Often Will A Starfish Cactus Bloom And When?
Starfish cactus is a common name shared by various members in the genus Stapelia. When this plant will produce blooms that smell like rotting meat depends on various things like its growing conditions, its age and the location where it’s growing.
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How Deep Are Laurel Hedge Roots
Laurel trees and bushes, which produce the fragrant bay leaves used for spicing, are known to grow very deep roots in loamy soil with a deep water table.
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Flame Tree Seeds
The Australian Flame tree is a striking tree with vibrant red flowers while on bloom, but it can take 10 years to flower and six months for the seed pods to open, though this process can be accelerated at home. It is also called a fire tree, flamboyant tree, gulmohar and royal Poinciana.
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A Comparison Of Spartan Juniper & Emerald Green Arborvitae
Evergreen screens and hedges provide year-round privacy and beauty for many backyards, communities places of work, but most people don't know that there is a difference between Spartan Juniper & Emerald Green Arborvitae. It is important to know the differences between these fast growing plants.
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Can Urea Fertilizer Be Used In Indoor Plants & How?
Urea fertilizer is an option for some indoor plants, but it's important to understand the needs of your houseplant and choose an indoor plant fertilizer accordingly. Because urea is such a strong substance, it's important to properly dilute the fertilizer and apply it correctly to prevent problems.
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Difference Between 11-1/2 Gauge & 9 Gauge Chain Link Fence
Chain link fencing is a versatile and economical way of bordering your property. It comes in a variety of weights, or gauges, that can stand up to a variety of uses. Chain link fence is composed of fabric, framework, fittings and gates.
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A Bad Smell From The Ballast
"Fluorescent light ballasts are among the most commonly overheated types of electrical equipment," says "Occupational Health and Safety." Some fluorescent bulbs have a ballast surrounded by a tar-like substance that is supposed to muffle the humming noise of an operating ballast.
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Spots On Jasmine Leaves
Jasmine is a warm season plant with small, star-shaped white flowers that emit a powerful sweet fragrance. The plant has glossy, green leaves and may be a shrub or vine. Fungal and bacterial leaf spots can affect the plant and arise from a variety of pests and diseases.
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How To Grow Crocosmia Lucifer Plants From Seeds
Crocosmia Lucifer produces a fiery red flower from corms. Its delicate bloom is presented in racemes—unbranched clusters—that arise from June to August. Crocosmia has slender green grass-like foliage 2 to 4 feet tall. The plant is native to South Africa and a relative of gladiolus with similar growth characteristics.
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The Effect Of Carbonated Water On Plant Growth
Carbonated water is made by infusing water with CO2, which creates the bubble effect. Carbon is found in the atmosphere and is a subject of concern as humans watch the Earth's "carbon footprint" grow. Increasing greenhouse gases like carbon are changing the climate and pose a potential threat to global health.
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How To Clean Mildew From A Pool Deck Surface
Mold and mildew buildup around the swimming pool is no surprise. There is constant moisture in contact with the deck, and the ambient humidity keeps it from drying before mildew can form. Mildew is produced by molds, which means the best way to deal with mildew is to keep mold from forming.
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How To Grow A Larch Tree From A Cutting
The larch is a conifer tree with unusually deciduous needles. The plant defoliates in winter and regrows new foliage in spring. There are several larches often used in the landscape. The common larch is also known as the European larch. The Western, sub-alpine and Eastern larches are all native to North America.
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How To Grow Elephant Ears In Water
Elephant ears are large-leaved plants that come from a tuber. They are also known as the taro plant or colocasia, a semi-tropical plant that needs to be moved indoors for winter. The leaves are massive and can come in variegated colors or even purplish-black.
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How To Care For Ficus Trees In Arizona
Ficus trees are indigenous to Asia and are grown extensively in the Mediterranean. They thrive in semi-arid, warm climates. Many Ficus produce figs. The trees can reach 50 feet in height but are more commonly kept to 30 feet. Ficus grow well in pots and tolerate diverse soils.
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How To Make A Guava Tree Bear Fruit
Guavas are flavorful tropical fruits that grow on a small tree with characteristic copper colored bark that peels off in curls. The fruit has a rich pungent smell when ripe and is yellow and softly blushed, either oval, round or pear shaped.
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Homemade Cleaner For Outdoor Algae, Moss, Mold & Mildew
Constant rain and increased heat create the perfect breeding ground for mold, mildew and algae. Although commercial products clean and kill unwanted growths, homemade cleaners offer a cheaper alternative.
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How To Recognize A Curly Maple Tree
Curly maple is a variety of wood that is favored by musical instrument craftsmen. The wood is sought after but is not a type of maple. It refers to the patterning inside the wood. The grain forms into several different and unique patterns such as birdseye, tiger, quilted and other interesting grain effects.
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What Happens If Cast Iron Is Put In The Dishwasher?
Cast iron pans are old-fashioned kitchen items that still perform as well today as they did in our grandparents' time. Many people even proudly cook on a pan that belonged to a long-gone relative and swear by the results. The pans are durable and nearly indestructible.
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The Effects Of Muriatic Acid On Plants
Muriatic acid is a chemical often used on concrete and masonry. It is extremely caustic topically and it has fumes that can burn the lungs. You must use safety gear when applying the acid and it can only be used outdoors.
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