Environmental Problems
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Flowers Toxic To Bees: What Plants Are Poisonous To Bees
Bees are vital for plant pollination. Bee friendly gardens are a great way to support the population of these pollinators. However, did you know some plants are actually toxic to bees? To find out more about flowers harmful to bees click here.
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What Is Winter Burn: How To Care For Winter Burn In Evergreens
Spring gardeners may notice that some of their needled and evergreen plants have brown to rust areas. This problem is called winter burn. What is winter burn and what causes it? Learn more in this article.
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Wind And Overwintering – Tips For Overwintering Plants In The Wind
As winter approaches, some gardeners wonder how to best protect perennial plants from swings in temperature. While frigid winter temperatures are obviously an issue, considering wind and overwintering of plants will also be of great importance. Learn more here.
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Erosion And Native Plants – Why Are Native Plants Good For Erosion
There are many native plants good for erosion and, once established, they will need little maintenance and are tolerant of the conditions in the site. Building an erosion proof plan starts with a list of some of the best native plants for erosion control. This article will help.
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Dealing With Ice On Plants: What To Do For Ice Covered Trees And Shrubs
Following a near miss from a fallen iced-over tree branch, we had gotten very lucky. Ice damage on large trees can cause severe damage to homes, cars, power lines, and plants. Click here to learn more about caring for plants after an ice storm.
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Hurricane Damaged Plants And Gardens: Saving Plants Damaged By Hurricane
When hurricane season is upon us again, one part of your preparation should be preparing the landscape to withstand hurricane plant damage. This article explains how to prevent damage and what you can do to help damaged plants recover.
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How Light Affects The Growth Of A Plant & Problems With Too Little Light
Why do plants grow with light? What kind of light do plants need? Do all plants need the same amount of light? How can I tell if my plant is having problems with too little light? Read here for more info.
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Salt Damage In Winter: Tips For Repairing Winter Salt Damage On Plants
When living close to a major road or even de-icing your own driveway, it?s inevitable that some of your border plants will suffer from salt injury. Luckily, there are several ways to protect your valuable plants this winter. Click here for more information.
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Leaf Chlorosis And Iron For Plants: What Does Iron Do For Plants
Iron chlorosis affects many kinds of plants and can be frustrating for a gardener. An iron deficiency in plants causes unsightly yellow leaves and eventually death. Get more info from this article.
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Misshapen Crops: How To Fix Plant Buttoning Of Stone Fruits And Cole Crop Buttons
If you've noticed unusual looking fruit or vegetable crops, then it is highly likely you are experiencing cole crop buttons or buttoning of stone fruits. What is buttoning and what causes it? Find out here.
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Ozone Plant Damage: How To Fix Ozone Damage In Garden Plants
Ozone damage to plants occurs when plant foliage absorbs ozone during transpiration, which is the plant's normal breathing process. Learn more about treating plants with ozone damage in this article.
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What Is Monocropping: Disadvantages Of Monoculture In Gardening
You've likely heard the term monoculture at one time or another. For those who haven't, you may wonder "What is monocropping?". Learn more about monoculture in the following article.
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Causes Of Faded Flower Color: How To Fix Color Fading In Flowers
Sometimes we experience fading flower color. Something happens that causes the once vibrant color of a flower to dampen. Find out what that is and how to fix it in this article. Click here to learn more.
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Plant Deficiencies: Why Are Leaves Turning Reddish Purple In Color
Nutrient deficiencies in plants are hard to spot and are often misdiagnosed. When nutrients are lacking, plants respond in a variety of ways—oftentimes in the leaves. This article will help with purple leaf color.
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Yellow Plant Leaves: Find Out Why Plant Leaves Turn Yellow
A common sign of stress in plants is yellowing leaves. When this happens, it's time to do some sleuthing. Click here to get started.
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Learn How To Avoid And Repair Transplant Shock In Plants
Transplant shock in plants is almost unavoidable. But there are a few things to know about how to avoid transplant shock and cure plant transplant shock after it has occurred. This article will help.
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What Is Fasciation - Information About Fasciation In Flowers
If you've ever found a flower stem that looks wide and flattened, splayed or fused, you've probably discovered an odd disorder called fasciation. Find out more about the fasciation deformation of flowers in this article.
