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Three Aralias for your indoor gardens
They are sold sometimes in quite small pots, or as medium potted plants or even small indoor trees. The false aralia then looks almost like a Schefflera with serrated leaves. They have a fussy reputation, and many owners comment about unexplained leaf...
California
El Segundo
Yes, Joyce, there is a Money Tree (Pachira)
A minor point but one that some readers may find importantMoney Tree art at left by the incomparable "Inky" Used here with permission, Thank you! Inky Art not to be used elsewhere without express permission of the creator.
California
El Segundo
What Is Tree Sap Used For?
Sap from a tree in the Amazon, Sangre de Grado (dragon's blood), provides powerful relief from inflammation and pain, especially those caused by insect bites.According to the Virginia Tech sweetgum fact sheet, it is made into a salve that is traded under...
California
Santa Monica
Garden Crafts: How-to Instructions For A Macrame\' Hanging Planter
Drop down several inches and tie one knot just like we did on the spiral. Tiny, delicate cord will look out of place holding a heavy container, as will rough, thick cord and miniature containers.
California
El Segundo
Bad luck with houseplants? Try lucky bamboo
"City" water has chlorine. Remember, you usually "get what you pay for". The water should always look clear, not cloudy Remembering lucky bamboo's tropical origins, give it a warm and well lit (though not full sun) indoor location.
California
El Segundo
A Grapevine Christmas Tree
It made a perfect support for the grape vines. I had been making grapevine wreaths for years, so making a grapevine tree shouldn't be an insurmountable task.At any rate, one of the most challenging activities that creative folks encounter is figuring...
California
El Segundo
What Is Palm Tree Wood Used For?
Some particle board is made with palm wood and palm wood oils are used to make resins, dyes and finishes. Some bio-fuels are made from decaying palm tree wood, and the soft stemmed tree's fibrous wood is processed into paper pulp.
California
Santa Monica
Warm and Cozy Buckwheat Seeds?
It's like June said in the card that came with the cozies: “Enjoy the warmth of the cozies and of the friendship that comes with them.” While the cozies warm me outside, the friendship warms me inside.
California
El Segundo
Using Sand For Lawns: Is Sand Good For Lawns
This is actually the worst thing you can do, as adding sand to clay soil does not loosen up the soil; instead, it creates a cement-like soil.The best description I've ever read about clay soil particles is that they are like a deck of cards, spread out...
Ohio
Willoughby
My favorite, versatile, new gardening tool is my \
If I had this capability a few years earlier, I would have bought more of those 50-centartemisia (what a thug!) It can link me to Dave's Garden at almost any time. Lt's taking my gardening proficiency to the next level.
California
El Segundo
Hummers at your window - a great gift idea!
I bought a large hanging pot of Fuschia 'Blue Eyes' to further entice the little flying jewels and hung that on the same pole. They should be cleaned and refilled frequently, especially in hot weather, to keep the nectar from spoiling and mold from forming.
California
El Segundo
What Is Gypsum: Using Gypsum For Garden Tilth
The effects are short lived but serve to soften the soil enough for plowing and sowing. However, it doesn't work inand it can deposit an excess of calcium in regions where the mineral is already abundant.Additionally, in areas with poor salinity, it pulls...
Ohio
Willoughby
Party Favors From the Heart: African Violets and Handmade Containers
I would generally throw 10-15 pots per sitting. I had to think of something else.At the time I was studying to be an art teacher with an emphasis in Ceramics. I stamped the date of our wedding beneath with a date stamp.
California
El Segundo
Gardening Gifts A to Z
Well known and loved, red flowering "Christmas cactus" can be surpsisingly long-lived and thus passed down from generation to generation. Browse a selection of encyclopedia style books here inis a necessity for even the best gardener.
California
El Segundo
Diana\'s Anise Biscotti
A large batch can be made, which makes a welcomed gift for family and friends for any occasion, especially during holidays.y Mama's recollections of family, Italian foods, culture and traditions have lured me to bake Italian specialties.
California
El Segundo
What the Gardener Gets for Christmas
They rarely reveal cultivars, and will frequently leave out one plant name in that perfect combination of three plants, leaving the frustrated gardener to try and figure out what the third plant in that perfect combination is.Gardeners get cute country-style...
California
El Segundo
Using Yarrow In Compost – Is Yarrow Good For Composting
Yarrow, in particular, is thought to be an excellent addition because of its high concentration of certain nutrients and its ability to speed up the decomposition process. This is good – faster decomposition means less time to finished compost and,...
Ohio
Willoughby
What Is Aromatherapy: Learn About Using Plants For Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy has been around since the ancient times but it has only recently come back into fashion. Less common oils are also incorporated into aromatherapy treatments such as:Widely available in natural shops you might find oils from plants like:While...
Ohio
Willoughby
What Is Wild Celery: Uses For Wild Celery Plants
The name “wild celery” makes it sound as if this plant were the native version of the celery you eat in salad. After fertilization, the female stalk coils itself, dragging the developing seeds back to the bottom of the water.Wild celery plant information...
Ohio
Willoughby
Plant Profiles For New Gardeners: Sempervirens tectorum, Hens and Chicks
This little succulent is native to the dry slopes of southern European mountain ranges like the Alps and has been a familiar house-hold plant for over a thousand years. They make great plants for vacation homes and for gardeners with hectic work schedules.
California
El Segundo
Gifts from and for Gardeners: How to Make a Discharge Printed Vest
Now is the time of year that for many people, thoughts turn to gift giving. I then remove my flowers, pick up my garment, and carefully spray bleach on side seams and shoulders. You can then place your flowers and leaves on the fabric in a pleasing pattern.
California
El Segundo
Handmade decorative paper with added flowers, seeds, leaves
You can do this step of filling and lifting the deckle over and over until you get the hang of raising it to get the thickness you want for your paper. One sheet goes a long way. If you added some long fibers (cotton linters) to the paper pulp in your...
California
El Segundo
Plant Profiles for New Gardeners: Zinnias
Sprinkle the zinnia seeds between three and six inches apart and lightly cover them with soil. The flowers are irresistible to our winged friends and it isn't unusual to see many species dancing among zinnia blooms on a sunny day.
California
El Segundo
Clay Critters for Plant Pots: A great kid craft for inside days
But to get started, I'm going to show you how to make a ladybug on a leaf that will hang over the edge of a plant pot. Sculpey IIItm and FIMOtm are popular brands. Depending on how big her body turned out, you'll probably need a ball about half an inch...
California
El Segundo
Just add water, Paperwhites bring a hint of spring
Consider also that the paperwhites scent can be too bold for some people. Add water as needed to just keep the bottom of the bulbs touching the water.Paperwhites, being much more sensitive to frost than typical daffodils, are rated for the warmer garden...
California
El Segundo
How to grow: Valerian (Growing Guide)
After two years, valerian will grow into a 18" (45 cm) wide clump. Spacing Single Plants: 2' 11" (90cm) each way (minimum) Rows: 2' 11" (90cm) with 2' 11" (90cm) row gap (minimum) Sow and Plant Start with a purchased plant, or start seeds indoors and...
England
Liverpool
Plant Profiles for New Gardeners: Daylilies
The foliage is generally attractive when the plants aren't in bloom and they require very little care. If your cross is successful, a pod will start to grow when the flower falls off.
California
El Segundo