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The Evolution of New Plants From Seeds or Cuttings

Saturday, September 20th, 2008

The purchase of a houseplant and the care and maintenance of it requires time and effort. It will reward you through its ability to bring life to the home and as a decorative feature. You can gain additional benefits through growing your own new plants from seeds or cuttings.

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Foliage Plants for People Without the Green Thumb

Wednesday, September 17th, 2008

If you are plan to grow more than just one or two plants at a time, the odds are, most of them will fall under the heading of foliage plants. Although this type of plant is less showy and ornate than other varieties, it is easy to grow and will acclimate itself to most any surrounding with ease.

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Get Rid of the Insects and Protect Your Garden

Wednesday, September 17th, 2008
by Kent Higgins

When it comes to vile predators interfering with the natural growth of your peaceful plants, these insects and other beasties do their dirty work in two main ways.... Read more


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Caring For Bamboo Plants

Sunday, September 7th, 2008

Eastern culture is extremely popular, and so are the decorations and accessories associated with it. In particular, bamboo plants are becoming much more popular, especially as indoor greenery. There are several things you need to do in order to keep indoor bamboo healthy. Remember, bamboo is an outdoor plant. It grows in the wild. One could argue that all plants could grow in the wild. There are still things you need to do to mimic the specific conditions of a primarily outdoor plant, especially when it comes to bamboo.

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Drip Irrigation - Watering The Roots of Plants At A Slow Rate

Wednesday, July 30th, 2008

Drip irrigation is a system used for watering plants or crops at a low rate. This supplies drips of water at the very root of the plant. And therefore, the level of watering of this system is deeper in comparison with surface watering.

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