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Weather for Gardeners - Greenhouse gases and the Greenhouse Effect
Starting with no alterations to the basic equation, an image is iterated with a fractal generation program. This is where the unpredictable outcome aspect of changing fractalic parameters comes in.
California
El Segundo
Time to Eat Broccoli!
It tastes more like cauliflower, but mealier. Photo by Rick Gush We don't enjoy the tast of broccoli Romana as much as the green variety. The really fresh stuff looked pretty good, but after being steamed for a few minutes it turned a ridiculously bright...
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Effects of Ultraviolet Light on Plant Growth
Although the sun radiates ultraviolet light, most of it is screened by the stratospheric ozone layer so it does not affect plant growth.Ultraviolet light is used to kill bacteria and other microscopic life forms.
California
Santa Monica
Chrysanthemum Varieties – What Are Some Different Types Of Mums
The tiniest pompom mums are called button mums. Examples include Starlet and Happy Face.– Quill mums display long, straight, tube-shaped petals. Examples include Chiffon, Valour and Ruby Mound.– Anemone mums display a raised center surrounded by shorter,...
Ohio
Willoughby
Space Violets
One was 'multiflorescence', which is the ability to bloom constantly and to have 20 or more flowers in bloom at once. The LDEF held 57 experiments and was one of the largest Shuttle-launched payloads ever.
California
El Segundo
Guide to Leaf Identification
For example, the leaf of a gray birch (Betula populifolia) will be triangular with toothed edges, an acutely pointed tip, a straight base and veins fanning out from its center.Leaf size and color also factor into the recognition equation.
California
Santa Monica
How Does Altitude Affect Vegetation?
However, recent climate change has dried up many streams and caused a lot of water to dissipate, instead of trickling down the mountainside. For example, in 2010, researchers at UC Davis found that plants at the base of the Siskiyou Mountains of Oregon...
California
Santa Monica
How Do Microwaves Affect Plants?
It's common for many seeds, when exposed to microwaves, to germinate at a much slower rate. While seeds don't cook as quickly as microwaved vegetables, they can lose viability from exposure to excess radiation.
California
Santa Monica
The Effect of Black Light on Plants
The main types of photosynthetic pigments are chlorophylls and carotenoids. Growing plants under black lights without white light may be harmful to the plants.Different plants have different combinations of photopigments.Plants predominantly use chlorophyll...
California
Santa Monica
The Significance of the Peace Lily Plant
It is also believed to be effective healing agent for people receiving radiation treatment for cancer. The peace lily is associated with calm, healing and expanding consciousness. It ameliorates the energy of discord and strife that have affected the...
California
Santa Monica
Save Time In Your Home Garden With Plasticulture
Unlike soil solarization , which also used plastic sheeting, plasticulture is a method of growing crops. The goals are to physically (as opposed to chemically or mechanically) inhibit weed growth, prevent the evaporation of surface water, and create a...
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Philadelphia
Tan and Apricots
It was once thought to have anti-cancer properties, but recent tests have disapproved the initial theory. However, it is commonly used in traditional Chinese medicine.[1]in our body, fiber, vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, iron and potassium,...
California
El Segundo
No Sludge Allowed in Organic Standards
The standards for labeling a product “organic” include that the “agricultural product cannot be produced using excluded methods, sewage sludge or ionizing radiation.” What is sludge?
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Are Geraniums Poisonous to Humans?
The lines, called veins, radiate from one central point on the leaf. They are utilized for teas, cakes, astrigents and compresses.Geranium oil is used in insect repellents, lice shampoos, lotions, soaps and creams.The scientific name for geranium is Pelargonium,...
California
Santa Monica
7 Daily Tractor Maintenance Tasks
If road travel is expected, add a few pounds of pressure to each tire. “Black smoke in the exhaust can also be a sign of insufficient air mixing with the fuel.” Most air filters today have a larger outside filter and a smaller (backup) inner filter.
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
How to Stop Production of Cotton in a Female Cottonwood Tree
Overspray from the herbicide will cause desirable shrubs, fruits and vegetables to drop blossoms.Monitor the cottonwood tree to ensure that the tree service sprays it with an ethephon herbicide such as Florel while it is in bloom.
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Santa Monica
Ankole-Watusi Cattle
The Ankole-Watusi is medium in size, with cows weighing 900-1200 pounds and bulls weighing 1000-1600 pounds. Newborn calves weigh 30-50 pounds. At night, the herd-members sleep together, with the calves in the center of the group for protection.
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
How to Care for Miniature Potted Christmas Trees
Many of these Christmas trees are rootbound and need fresh, new soil so transplant it into the next size pot and quality potting soil three to four weeks after bringing it home.Keep the miniature Christmas tree away from drafts and radiators or other...
California
Santa Monica
How to Grow Olive Trees at Home
Your new pot should be at least 1 to 2 inches wider than your current pot. Water the tree less in the fall.Fertilize your olive tree in the spring and summer every two weeks with a houseplant fertilizer.
California
Santa Monica
Lesser Swinecress Control: Tips For Controlling Swinecress Plants
As it matures, these stems grow out along the ground, sometimes reaching 20 inches (50 cm) in length, turning up slightly at the tips.freestar.queue.push(function() { googletag.display("div-gpt-ad-300x250-ATF-1"); });The deeply lobed leaves can reach...
Ohio
Willoughby
A Refreshing Walk on Upland Reunion Island
Creole folks enjoy spending Sundays up in the mountain, cooking cari and other flavorsome recipes on wood fires, starting early in the morning. On the other hand, this area is rather well preserved as there are very few invasive species of plants which...
California
El Segundo
How to Root a Schefflera Cutting
Shake the cutting to remove excess water.Dip the wet end into rooting hormone. Tap the stem to remove excess rooting hormone.Make a hole in the potting soil with a pencil and insert the end with the rooting hormone into the hole.Place a plastic bag over...
California
Santa Monica
What Is the Structure of Hibiscus Flowers?
The ovary of the hibiscus is called superior because it sits within the petals rather than below them. Looking at a hibiscus flower from the back you will see five sepals radiating from the stem at the base of the flower.
California
Santa Monica
Cold Hardiness and Palms- what does it mean and what can be done about it?
I am not talking about mountains versus deserts, but just hills versus valleys.Cold air flows off hillsides, so palms planted near the tops of hills will often have much less cold damage during a frost than those planted near the bottom, or in a valley,...
California
El Segundo
What Are the White Spots on Rose Bushes?
Integrated Pest Management at the University of California says aphids suck the sap from plants and are usually harmless. If too many aphids are present on the rose plants, they can cause the leaves to turn yellow and curl, so check plants often.Other...
California
Santa Monica
Preparing A Passion Flower Vine For Winter
The colder the area you live in, the more you will want to mulch the area.Winter is an excellent time to prune your passion flower vine. The part of the plant that is above ground will still die back, but the root structure will survive.In warmer climates,...
Ohio
Willoughby
Brown Leaves on a Money Tree Plant
Do not place it where there are obstructions to lighting, such as near a window with window treatments that obscure sunlight.Being a tropical plant, Pachira aquatica prefers humid conditions.
California
Santa Monica