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The Growth Rate of Pea Plants
The pea plant thrives throughout most areas of the United States and grows fast. A pea plant takes 57 to 70 days from when it is planted until it is ready to harvest. It isn't difficult to grow pea plants right in your own backyard.
Garlic Based Insect Repellents
Organic gardeners and those who wish to reduce their use of chemical pesticides often turn to botanicals to ward off insect pests. Among the most popular home remedies are garlic sprays to repel everything from rabbits to aphids. Rodale's "Ultimate Encyclopedia of Organic Gardening" notes that homem
How to Stake Blackberries
Planting blackberries is an investment in rich, ripe berries--enough for pies, shortcakes, jams, ice cream toppings and eating fresh right off the vines. Blackberry roots live for 15 to 20 years, which means a berry patch is permanent and needs to be established in the right place. Canes are biennia
How Are Plants Resources of Fresh Air?
Plants Plants add greenery and splashes of color wherever you put them. They have been known to reduce stress by helping you relax and increasing your concentration. In addition to beautifying your home and office or garden, they act as nature's air purifiers. Plants make the air we breathe purer
How to Propagate Rose Bush Cuttings
Roses are among some of the oldest plants in the world. There are fossils of these cousins of the apple tree that extend back 30 million years. Some of the most popular commercially sold rose bushes are hybrids carefully created for robust, attractive blooms and resistance to diseases such as powere
How Does a Tomato Plant Grow?
Types of Tomato Plants and Cycles of GrowthTomato plants are one of the most popular vegetable plants in the garden. Although the tomato is thought of as a fruit, it is used primarily as a vegetable. The tomato plant grows from seeds. Some people buy plants from garden centers and growers...
What Are Bubble Rocks?
Bubble rocks, or bubbling rocks, are garden water features designed to produce gurgling water sounds. A specially prepared boulder or river rock is placed into the garden and fitted with a pump. Water bubbles out of the boulder's top and flows down its sides producing a tranquil, burbling sound that
How to Grow Banana Trees in Zone 7 in the United States
Most people would not think about trying to grow banana trees in USDA growing zone 7 where the average minimum temperature falls to about 0 degrees Fahrenheit, but it is a fun hobby enjoyed by many backyard gardeners. Since the plant is a tropical to subtropical plant and not hardy to cold temperatu
Insects That Live in Wilderville, Oregon That Are Harmful
Four common insects that are potentially harmful to humans are found throughout Oregon, including Wilderville. These insects host on humans and food, causing a range of problems from infections to the West Nile Virus and respiratory issues. Most bites from any of these insects are avoidable with pro
How to Prepare Soil for Blueberry Plants
Delicate foliage and moderate growth habits make blueberries good neighbors to other plants. Just two blueberry bushes (choose two different varieties) will provide handfuls and eventually cupfuls of delicious berries. Successful cultivation begins with good soil preparation. Like rhododendron
Natural Agents for Weed Control
Weeds can be a serious problem in flower and vegetable gardens. They hurt crops by competing for nutrients, light and space. They may also release chemicals that inhibit the growth of desirable plants. Many gardeners use artificial chemical agents for weed control. However, many natural options are
Begonia History
Begonias belong to the plant family Begoniaceae. The Begonia species is one of the largest plant species in the world. Begonias are perennial plants that thrive in tropical and subtropical environments.
White Spots on Roses
Rosebushes are outdoor plants that may produce blooms for many years. They are, however, susceptible to a variety of diseases. Symptoms that include small white spots should be treated immediately, as the spots are indicative of a fungus.
How to Measure the Soluble Salts in Fertilizer Using a Meter
Knowing the levels of soluble salts in your plants is the best way to gauge the efficacy of fertilizer. Soluble salts are tested by using an electrical current and passing it through a solution that has come into contact with the fertilized soil media. The measurement is known as the EC (electrical
What Is a Hardy Tall Outdoor Tree?
Tree hardiness is a measure of how well-adapted a tree is to survive in a particular climate due to variations in temperature, soil, rainfall, and a myriad of other factors. Generally, an outdoor tree will attain greater heights than one grown indoors.
How to Use Bottom Heat to Propagate Your Cuttings
Bottom heat during plant propagation helps keep the soil warm to stimulate root growth. Propagation or germination mats with a temperature control keep the cuttings in a suitable temperature range for producing roots. The length of time it takes to see roots on the cuttings will vary depending if th
The Best Way to Pick Rocks Out of Top Soil
You will most likely to come across rocky topsoil when building a new garden plot in an area you did not previously use for gardening. You may face rocky topsoil if the previous homeowner or tenant had covered your flowerbed with decorative rocks. Removing rocks from topsoil can be a difficult and t
Short Perennial Flowers That Bloom All Summer
Low-growing perennials add diversity to the garden.Dana Hoff/Brand X Pictures/Getty ImagesComing back year after year, perennials are the backbone of many gardens. In general, perennial plants are divided into two categories. Herbaceous perennials are those flowers that die back after...
Peace Lily Plant Problems
A peace lily's dark green foliage and large, exotic-looking white flowers add a touch of the tropics to a room. Peace lilies remove pollutants such as formaldehyde, benzene and carbon monoxide from the air. These low-maintenance plants seldom experience problems, and when difficulties arise, they ar
How to Plant Fennel Companions
Fennel is a seed, herb and vegetable and though it is a versatile plant that grows well in the garden, it is not a good neighbor for most plants. Fennel attracts helpful insects such as ladybugs, tachinid flies and wasps, but its roots produce compounds that inhibit the growth of most vegetables and