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How to Prepare Pumpkin Seeds for Growing
Everyone loves to be able to pick out a pumpkin from a pumpkin patch come October, and picking one that you grew yourself is even better. Starting your own pumpkins from seed takes a little attention and time; however, the result at the end is worth it. Depending on the variety, pumpkins can take up
When Do Roses Bloom?
Each rose species has its own window during which it will attempt to bloom, if the circumstances are right. This window can vary depending on several factors and some roses can even be persuaded to keep blooming for longer than usual, if good weather conditions persist, but the rose's strict require
How to Move a Balance Scale
Balance scales come in two different types, one in which the scales hold the weight on a flat surface and the other in which the weight is hung from the scales (see Reference 1). These types of scales are used to compare the weight of one object with that of another, or to make sure that the two ite
How to Groom Orange Trees
Oranges are one of the most versatile fruits. They are a wonderful source of vitamin c and can be use to compliment many different dishes. In order to get the most fruit out of your orange tree, you must care for it correctly. If the tree is not cared for, your crop will be small and the fruit wh
How to Arrange Plant Containers
Container gardening makes it possible to garden in urban areas, such as on a balcony, patio or rooftop deck. Before beginning, consider safety factors. Pots heavy with soil, plants and water may be too much for a window sill or a decorative balcony. Light is another factor and has an impact on what
How to Prune a Loropetalum Ruby
A Loropetalum Ruby, also known as a Ruby Chinese Fringe flower, is an evergreen shrub that produces green and bright purple foliage. The flowers are a deep pink color and appear in the spring and throughout the summer. Loropetalum Ruby plants can reach up to 8 feet in height and 6 feet in width, and
How to Choose Containers for a Garden
There are advantages to container gardening, especially for gardeners who lack space, who are short on time, or with stiff backs or knees. Container gardening provides a way to add style and a quick splash of color to your outdoor living environment. Choose your containers carefully but be creative.
How to Identify Weeds by Leaves
Before you can successfully get rid of the weeds in your yard, you need to identify them to determine an appropriate course of action. The leaves of the weeds give several clues to help you determine their identities. After observing the leaves and noting their characteristics, contact your local ex
What Is a Dwarfed Ornamental Japanese Maple?
Dwarf ornamental Japanese maples (Acer palmatum) are trees with small, maple-shaped leaves. These deciduous trees grow a lot of branches, which gives them a bushy appearance. They are commonly grown in rock gardens and containers and can make bonsai specimens.
How to Collect & Identify Flowers
Wildflowers grow throughout all regions of the United States. One walk through your local park or across your own property and you will quickly discover numerous varieties of flowers you may not instantly recognize. As a hobby, you can collect and identify these flowers to add to your garden, locate
How to Root Ivy Cuttings
Ivy is a vigorous, fast-growing evergreen vine that works well as a high garden groundcover, as a topiary or container plant and even as an easy-care houseplant due to its attractive leaves and graceful form. Ivy is easy to root from tip cuttings, or the young, growing tips of established plants. En
Tomatoes That Grow in Shade
Medium- to small-fruited tomatoes are the best varieties to plant in a shadier garden.coloured tasty tomatoes image by Maria Brzostowska from Fotolia.comTomatoes love sun. They thrive best in places where they get at least five hours of sun a day, preferably more. However, if you really...
How to Plant in Concrete Containers
Sturdy concrete containers won't topple in strong winds. Neither will they crack in extremely cold water. The soil in a cement container will remain moist and the roots will stay relatively cool.
When Do You Spray Blackberries?
Blackberry bushes generally need little in the way of sprays, but there are times when pests and diseases can infect bushes and threaten fruit crops. When this happens, timing is everything; sprays should be applied in a timely manner to kill pests and disease without harming the fruit crop. In some
Yellow Spots on Camelia Bush
Camellias are grown for their large, colorful flowers, so it's fortunate that camellia yellow mottle virus doesn't attack the plant's flowers. This virus is very common among camellias but is relatively harmless to any plant part but the foliage. There is no way to treat or cure this virus -- keep p
Growing Passiflora
Passiflora includes hundreds of species of flowering vines, more commonly known as passion flowers and passion fruit. The plant earned the name passion flower due to its central "crown of thorns" and other features in which early Christians saw symbolism. This tropical plant is native to North Ameri
Corn Plant Care Tips
Native to tropical and subtropical Africa, the corn plant (Dracaena fragrans) gets its name from the Greek word "drakaina," which means female dragon. Corn plants adapt readily to the conditions in most homes.
The Proper Lighting of a Cubicle Workspace
One of the most important elements of a proper cubicle workspace is effective lighting. It affects every aspect of productivity and can enhance or detract from workplace mood. When outfitting a cubicle, place the same emphasis on lighting as on ergonomically equipping the space.
How to Grow a Pink Grapefruit Tree
Pink grapefruit comes from certain cultivars of the grapefruit tree. The tree can only survive in areas where the temperature does not often drop below 30 degrees F. The best grapefruits are produced with hot days and warm nights, and a more acidic fruit will be produced with cooler nights. When ful
List of Flowers That Attract Specific Kinds of Butterflies
The butterfly week attracts the monarch butterfly.monarch butterfly on flower image by David Sexton from Fotolia.comButterfly gardens possess a romantic charm enjoyed by homeowners. Creating a butterfly garden is not difficult. Some species of butterflies are attracted to various types of...