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Philodendron Bipennifolium Information Fiddleleaf philodendron is scientifically known as Philodendron bipennifolium. The philodendron is an Aroid and produces the characteristic inflorescence with a spathe and spadix. As a houseplant, its glorious cut foliage is a showstopper and its easy growth and low maintenance assign it ideal houseplant status. Fiddleleaf philodendron care is simple and uncomplicated. This is a truly lovely indoor plant with volumes of appeal. One of the more important items of Philodendron bipennifolium information is that it is not a true epiphyte....

What is Pine Needle Scale? Pine needle scale is a common issue on pine trees. It primarily infects Scotch, Mugo, and Ponderosa, but it is also found in some firs and other species of pine. Scale starts out slowly and can gradually infest all the parts of the plant, but it takes several seasons with perfect weather conditions and often starts in stressed plants. Park managers know how to treat pine needle scale and prevent it from spreading to other plants....

The pineapple flowering houseplant is a bromeliad and requires similar care. Care for the variegated pineapple is the same as an edible pineapple, but don’t expect fruiting overnight. Both types can take up to five years to produce fruit. Pineapple Bromeliad Varieties Bromeliads are a family of sometimes stemless, sometimes epiphytic plants. They may also be grown in an almost soil-free environment made up of other materials such as sand, peat, and bark....

How to Plant Celery Bottoms Most plants grow from seeds, but some grow tubers, stem cuttings, or bulbs. In the case of celery, the plant will actually regenerate from the base and regrow new stalks. This process is called vegetative propagation and it doesn’t only apply to rooting celery from the base. Although the process is a little different, beets, romaine, sweet potatoes, and even herbs like garlic, mint, and basil can all be vegetatively propagated....

Can You Grow Garlic Bulbils? First off, you may be wondering what a “bulbil” is. Bulbils are tiny, undivided bulbs produced in the scape of hardneck garlic. The scape looks like a garlic flower; however, the reproductive parts are for show only. There is no cross-pollination. Essentially, the bulbils are clones of the mother plant that can be planted to produce a replica of this parent. There may be less than 10 garlic plant bulbils or 150, depending upon the variety....

What is Prairie Dropseed? Prairie dropseed grass (Sporobolus heterolepis) is a North American native perennial bunch grass known for its bright green fine textured blades. Prairie dropseed plants sport airy pink and brown flowers in late August through October. Their leaves turn an attractive orangey rust mid-fall. Prairie dropseed plants love the sun. Their flowers have a distinct scent which is often described as smelling like cilantro, coriander, or popcorn. Other prairie dropseed facts include:...

Preventing Woody Lavender Prevention is always easier than cure. If you have young, healthy lavender plants, you can work at preventing woody lavender with appropriate planting and cultural care. The keys to lavender care are good drainage and minimal fertilizer. Plant your lavender in well-drained, rocky soil, on a slope (if possible) to ensure drainage. Fertilize them lightly the very first year after planting. After that, do not fertilize regularly. Prune lavender lightly to maintain the rounded shape....

Propagating Different Types of Plantlets on Houseplants Spider plant (Chlorophytum comosum) and strawberry begonia (Saxifraga stolonifera) are two of the easiest plants to grow offsets, as both produce smaller versions of themselves along the end of arching stems. The best way to grow them is to set little pots around the larger mother pot. Take the stolons and place them so the plantlets are resting on the surface of the compost in the little pots....

Fact or Fallacy: Do Tomatoes Like Coffee Grounds? The short answer is yes and no. Like any garden additive, too much of a good thing can be detrimental. Consider what happens when too much fertilizer is applied to the lawn. Instead of a lush green carpet of grass, the turf turns brown. So yes, tomatoes can benefit from coffee grounds, but only in moderation. Here are some positive ways coffee grounds improve soil quality and growing conditions for tomatoes:...

The Incas held quinoa sacred, calling it chisaya mama, or mother of grains. It was one of the few nutritionally complete crops that could survive the harsh mountain latitudes. This Peruvian native became a staple in the Incan diet, and it has been grown in the Andes Mountains for over 5,000 years. In Bolivia, where people depend on quinoa to meet their nutritional needs, exporting the crop to North America has led to malnutrition....

Learn About Different Types Of Ranunculus Flowers Though learning to grow ranunculus is relatively simple, there are some plant traits you will need to consider. Most importantly of those is the selection of the right ranunculus variety. Learning more about the various types of ranunculus available is essential to ensure the best results. Outlined below is a list of common ranunculus varieties used in the production of cut flowers. Ranunculus asiaticus More commonly known as buttercups, there are actually over 2000 different species of ranunculus....

What Causes Warts on Pumpkins? While many people desire a smooth, unblemished pumpkin to carve for Halloween, others love the look of the recently introduced warty pumpkin varieties. No, these aren’t afflicted with some heinous disease; they are actually genetically engineered to create bumpy pumpkin fruit. It is actually natural and not unusual for pumpkins to have bumps, but years of selective breeding have weeded out this natural tendency until what we view as the norm are unblemished pumpkins....

The Benefits of Starting Seeds Indoors Whether you’re starting flower seeds indoors or working on this year’s vegetable garden, there are several good reasons to begin inside rather than outside: Start gardening sooner. Seed starting provides a task you can do to start gardening before the last of the snow melts. While your yard lies dormant, you can scratch the gardening itch by starting seeds inside. Try more varieties. Transplants are easier in many ways....

We should also keep an eye out for pests this time of year, both insect pests and wildlife pests. Those newly born wildlife babies are starting to get around and learn what’s good to munch on. They’ll be particularly interested in ground crops of leafy greens that are still growing. Plant garlic and onions on the outside of the bed to deter them and use a hot pepper spray to discourage their taste tests....

Southeast Regional To-Do List While this likely didn’t hold us back too much, some of us may have put off planting some of our warm season crops. If so, June is a perfect time for planting seeds and young plants for the upcoming harvest. Plant cucumbers, okra, melons, and any other vegetables and fruits that thrive in summer. Speaking of summer, we understand that those 90 and 100 degree F. (32-38 C....

Sure, you can recycle your Christmas tree by placing the tree outside to provide winter shelter for songbirds or chipping it into mulch for your flower beds. Unfortunately, there is one thing you definitely cannot do – you can’t replant a cut Christmas tree. Replanting Cut Trees Isn’t Possible By the time you purchase a tree, it has already been cut for weeks, or maybe even months. However, even a freshly cut tree has been separated from its roots and replanting a Christmas tree without roots simply isn’t possible....

Should Moon Cactus be Repotted? Most moon cactus plants are the result of grafting Gymnocalycium mihanovichii to a base of Hylocereus. The Hylocereus is a chlorophyll producing plant while the Gymnocalycium does not produce its own chlorophyll and requires the assistance of the Hylocereus to produce food. These tiny cacti do not require repotting very frequently, but you should know when and how to repot moon cactus at least every three to four years....

Plane Tree Cutting Propagation Rooting plane tree cuttings is simple, as long as growers follow a few basic guidelines. First and foremost, gardeners will need to locate a tree from which they will obtain cuttings. Ideally, the tree should be healthy and should not show any sign of disease or stress. Since cuttings will be taken while the tree is dormant, it is important to identify the tree before the leaves have been dropped....

About Ruby Cherry Plum Tree Is it a plum or is it a cherry? If you can’t tell, it is likely a cherry plum. Ruby cherry plum trees are an example of early season fruits that are partially self-fruitful. Better yields will come with a pollinating partner, but you can grow the tree without another plum variety nearby and still get small crops. The cherry plum ‘Ruby’ is an outstanding variety that needs little maintenance or special care if situated correctly....

How to Grow Russian Sage Russian sage is hardy in USDA plant hardiness Zones 5 through 10. Choose a location with very well-drained soil of average fertility in full sun. Growing Russian sage in partly shaded locations may cause the plants to sprawl. Set out new plants in early spring, spacing them 2 to 3 feet (0.5-1 m.) apart. Water the plants occasionally during dry spells until they are established and growing....