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How Tall Do Sweet 100 Tomato Plants Grow?
Sweet 100 and the Super Sweet 100 hybrid are indeterminate varieties of cherry tomatoes. The characteristics of the vine make it potentially a very tall or, at least, a wide-spreading plant depending on the type of pruning you do, proper fertilization, watering, spacing and positioning. Like all tom
How to Amend Clay With Gypsum & Pea Gravel
Amending clay soil with gypsum and pea gravel adds essential properties otherwise absent in soil that is heavy in clay content. Gypsum can be mixed into the soil, or simply spread on top in a treatment regimen that can take up to three years. Pea gravel, on the other hand, must be mixed with the cl
Natural Potato Beetle Repellent
The potato beetle, also known as the Colorado potato beetle and the potato bug, is a common garden pest with a voracious appetite. The pests feed on leaves and stems, with small garden plantings being particularly vulnerable to damage. The potato beetle is known to quickly become resistant to insect
Organic Oil Spray for Fruit Trees
Organic oil spray can be an effective way to manage pests on fruit trees. Identify the insect or disease that afflicts the fruit trees before spraying. Random spraying is often ineffective. Organic oil sprays will not work for all pests and diseases in all years.
Different Flower Pigments
The same natural pigments found in flowers were used by ancient man to color cave paintings. Early dyes were also derived from natural plant pigments. The same pigment that turns bananas yellow also creates yellow roses and carnations. Different flower pigments combine within flowers, giving petals
Evergreen Trees in America
Evergreen trees provide vibrant color year around. Evergreen trees grow in temperate forests located between the polar and tropic regions of both the northern and southern hemispheres. Evergreen trees are found in every state in America. Stately evergreen trees and shrubs are cultivated in both rura
Why Does Light Affect Photolysis?
Plant organisms possess an amazing ability to convert sunlight energy into food. Plants then use the energy contained inside the food to fuel the physical processes that sustain health and growth. Photolysis is the first step in this process. The effects of light on photolysis rely on specialized ce
Ways to Kill Moths
Moths are insects which infest food and fabrics. They do not pose a health risk by themselves, but the food they infest becomes inedible, while moth larvae can ruin clothes, furs, leather and carpets. Cleaning all areas and clothes regularly, installing fly screens and using chemical or natural moth
How to Turn the Soil
Before planting a garden or flower bed, you should till the soil. Preparing the soil properly ensures the soil has the correct amount of nutrients to yield the crops or flowers, and removes all other vegetation from the soil that you don't want to grow in between your flowers or veggies, such as wee
Japanese Maple Leaves With Yellow Spots
Japanese maple, or Acer palmatum, is a deciduous tree frequently grown in landscapes as an ornamental. This small- to medium-sized tree is prized for its growth habit and large selection of cultivars that feature different brilliant foliage colors and patterns and a range of leaf shapes. Japanese ma
African Baobab Tree Information
The African baobab tree, Adansonia digitata, is a type of botanical species commonly found on the African continent. It is also a symbol of community survival and social connections. The tropical plant grows in frost-free areas of Africa, including Senegal, Botswana, Nimibia, South Africa, and Mozam
The Best Deciduous Trees for Zone 4
Crabapple flowers in April and May.crabapple flower red image by A74.FR Ben Fontaine from Fotolia.comDeciduous trees become dormant and lose their leaves in the winter, letting the sun's warmth in. Most require a stable water supply. The U.S. Department of Agriculture zone map defines...
How to Prepare Flowerbeds
If you want to grow flowers with big, lush, beautiful blooms, take a little time to prepare the flowerbeds before you plant anything. This will give your flowers a big advantage over those that are just popped into the ground with very little preparation.
How to Make Your House a Section 8
Low-income families receive Section 8 vouchers for rental assistance and support. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) administers the Section 8 program through its numerous local housing offices. Landlords find the Section 8 rental program attractive, as the housing vouchers a
How Fast Do Pear Trees Grow?
Pear trees are a popular choice when it comes to growing fruit trees, because they mature faster than other fruit trees available and they are also easy to maintain. Growing a pear tree means having fruit available to you in a short amount of time.
Ants in House Plants
Ants are some of the most prevalent house pests. They find their way from outside through small crevices, windows, under doors or by living in the pots of outdoor plants that have been taken inside for the winter. Identifying the ant species that have infested your houseplants is important for choos
How to Care for a Clivia Lily
Clivia is a genus, or a group of plants that share similar characteristics. In this case, this botanical collection refers to six species of flowering plants native to South African shady areas. Of these, Clivia miniata is the most extensively grown. "Lily" appears as part of the plants' common name
Walking Sticks in the Temperate Deciduous Forest
Walkingsticks (family Phasmidae) are among the world's most startling examples of how animals use camouflage. Although about 2,000 species occur worldwide, only 10 of those live in the temperate forests of North America.
How to Get Rid of Bees in Austin, Texas
Many bees are native to Austin, such as carpenter bees, bumblebees, honey bees and yellow jackets. Carpenter bees may nest in your rafters and porch railings, causing damage to the wood. Bumble bees and honey bees are very likely to sting. Yellow jackets will also sting, but only in defense. If you
How to Fold a Business Letter for AP Standard
As with the actual writing of the business letter itself, folding such a letter must be done very specifically to adhere to the proper guidelines. You don't want to fold a business letter randomly as it gives off an unprofessional vibe, which could be disastrous depending on where the letter will en