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The Viburnum
The Viburnum, with its raining branches, is sometimes called the depreciationUNEWhy do we loathe the Viburnum Rose? Because it inflammates and kills our daffodils and roses.On leaves of several deciduous and Mediterranean species the Viburnum causes the burning of the
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Why You Should Become a Tree Steward
There is a little known community program called Tree Steward. To become a Tree Steward you attend a class and then perform fifteen hours of community service improving urban forests. The process is informative and enjoyable. You will meet like
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How to Replant a Grape Vine
Because so many grape growers ask this question, I though it would be a good idea to write this article as part of the “New To Growing Grapes” series of posts on my blog. The reason why so many new
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Flowers and Shrubs in Early September
In the flower border the roses now burst into their second flush, the dahlias are heavy with bloom while golden rod and Michaelmas daisies, hungry trespassers, take over the neglected gobegarden. At this time with autumn breezes just beginning, Michaelmas
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overflowing Herb Garden – A Fixation on Fertilization
The determination of having ample garden soil to provide succulent vegetables is a condition that every gardener carries with them. Looking out over my own yard, it is evident that apart from the pot plants and a few native flowers
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How to Look After Your Gardening Tools
Gardening tools can be very expensive to purchase so having to regularly clean them up can be a chore. Use a mild detergent and a soft cloth and scratch up the blades of your tools often. Tool blades leave a
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Lawn Tips – Lawn Damage by Disease, Insects, Drought, Heat, and Animals
Every summer in Sydney, Australia, countless lawns are damaged by lawn diseases caused by lawn insect pests, fungus, mosses, algae and granular rust. These are often fungal in origin and the damage can include the entire leaf of the plant
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Common Tomato Diseases – the Causes, The Symptoms and the Cures
Do you know what to look for when growing tomatoes? For example, if you notice odd colored stems, possibly with black or brown spots – well that could be a sign of something called airborne spores. “What in the world
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What You Should Know About Deadheading
Deadheading is a crucial part of the caring of roses, and I shall not go into the reasons behind it other than to say that deadheading is simply one of the cosmetics that roses provide to their owners. Deadheading is
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Garden Dangers: Insect Family
Gardener’s greatest concern is always the safety and security of their crops, or any living being or living thing. Insects are nature’s way of controlling pests; however, in spite of all of their cooperation and sharing of tasty bits of
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Knowing Garden Culprits and Battling Against Them
Annual plants seldom develop problems since they are brought at home healthy and planted in a suitable spot with sufficient moisture. Unfortunately, trouble-making plants are often identified in the garden because of one or more of the seven cracks that
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Often Asked Questions About Growing Mushrooms
Here are some answers to frequently asked questions about growing mushrooms. Q: What is the right temperature to grow mushrooms at? A:Mushrooms grow best at medium to warm temperatures of 52 to 54 degree Fahrenheit. Laboratory animals have been bred