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Pecan Downy Spot Symptoms Downy spot of pecan symptoms usually manifest in late June to early July. Primary infection of new spring leaves stems from spores that have overwintered in old, dead leaves. The actual sign of a pecan tree with downy spot occurs near bud break in the spring. Downy spots appear in the late summer on the underside of new leaves. This downiness is caused by innumerable spores on the surface of the lesion....

How to Grow Lettuce in the Home Choose containers for your indoor lettuce plants that hold at least ½ gallon of soil per plant. Select only high quality, loamy potting soil; organic is best and will offer the most nutrients. Place two to three seeds just under the surface of the soil in each container. Allow a little space between each seed. Water each container thoroughly and keep the soil warm....

What is a Colletia Plant? Gardeners are often searching for that unusual, second look plant for their landscape. Crucifixion thorn plants could provide just the right amount of drama and distinctive form. However, they are very rare plants and usually only found in botanical gardens where special cultural steps for successfully growing anchor plants can be taken to mimic their native range. The plants are found from Uruguay, west to western Argentina and into southern Brazil....

What Does Landrace Mean? Landraces of crops are most closely aligned with heirlooms, being that they are naturally occurring. They are indigenous to a certain region and developed their characteristics in response to the growing conditions of that area. Landrace plant species are relatively rare because many have been supplanted with bred crops and have died out due to changing climate and human intervention. Plant varieties aren’t the only species that exist in this category....

Feeding plants with fish waste has been used for quite some time and is the major benefit of aquaponics, but how does fish waste help plants grow? Keep reading to learn why fish poop is good for plants. Is Fish Poop Good for Plants? Well, one of the most popular organic fertilizers is a fish emulsion made from plant waste, so yes, it only makes sense that fish poop is good for plants too....

Whether English ivy is grown indoors or out, this fast-growing plant benefits from an occasional trim to stimulate new growth, improve air circulation, and keep the vine within boundaries and looking its best. Trimming also creates a full, healthy-looking plant. Read on to learn more about pruning English ivy. When to Trim Ivy Plants Outdoors If you’re growing English ivy as a ground cover, ivy plant trimming is best done before new growth appears in spring....

About Ixora Shrubs If you don’t live in Florida or any other warm weather state, you may not know about Ixora shrubs. The plant can be used in other zones as an annual or as a container plant that gets moved indoors when cold temperatures threaten. The plant has glossy leathery leaves that are oval shaped and stiff. The plant is similar in appearance to and related to the gardenia. Blooms are clusters of four petaled florets which can last four to six weeks on the stem....

Materials to Grow a Kid’s Beanstalk The beauty of growing a beanstalk with kids is twofold. Of course, they get to live inside Jack’s world as the story unfolds and they also get to grow their own magic beanstalk. Beans are a perfect choice for an elementary growing project with kids. They are simple to grow and, while they don’t grow overnight, they grow at a rapid pace – perfect for a child’s wandering attention span....

How to Grow Jalapeno Peppers Peppers, including jalapenos, do best in loamy, well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. Full sun and warm temperatures are also important when growing jalapeno peppers. Jalapenos thrive in warm conditions and need temperatures between 65 and 80 F. (18-27 C.) to germinate. Temperature is critical, and unless it’s warm enough, pepper seeds won’t sprout and transplants won’t survive. It’s best to wait until at least two weeks after planting tomatoes to plant jalapeno peppers in the garden....

Getting Rid of Dollar Weed Naturally Since this weed thrives in overly moist areas, the best way to treat dollar weed is by reducing moisture in the affected area with proper mowing and irrigation. You should also improve any drainage issues that may be present. In addition, dollar weed can be easily pulled up by hand, though this can be tedious and in larger areas, it may not be feasible. Organic control involves methods that may work for some while not others, but it’s always worth a try to see if one will work for you before resorting to chemicals....

Elephant ears are excellent houseplants and can also grow nicely outdoors in warm regions and as summer annuals in cooler zones. They are part of a group of tubers that produce taro, a popular food in tropical locations. While they perform well in full shade, the best exposure is where there is some protection from the hottest rays of the sun. They are heavy feeders and require consistently moist soil to present their most attractive aspect....

Splitting Leaves in Plants What causes leaves to split in houseplants can vary between species, but there is almost always some kind of unfavorable growing condition to blame. Large-leafed plants, like bird of paradise and bananas, have leaves that are designed to split in response to high winds. If your plant is a large-leafed variety, leaf splitting may be normal, especially in rooms with fans or a lot of natural airflow....

What is Xylella? Xylella is thought to be one of the most dangerous and harmful bacterial diseases in the world. Although it is native to America, it has spread to a number of countries in Europe, including Italy and France. The bacterium is of special concern in the U.K., where authorities are taking steps to prevent an outbreak, including controls on imported plants, a ban on purchase of plants from countries where Xylella is known to exist, and stringent requirements for inspections....

There are two propagation methods available for dwarf mondo grass. One is planting dwarf mondo grass seeds and the other is division of your plant. Dwarf Mondo Grass Seeds If you decide to grow dwarf mondo grass seeds, be aware that they are finicky and you may have trouble getting them to grow. They may also not grow true to the parent plant. This is the more difficult of dwarf mondo grass propagation....

What is Mrs. Burns Basil? You may ask, “what is Mrs. Burns basil?” It’s a sweet basil cultivar with more intense flavor, larger leaves, and a prolific growth habit. Mrs. Burns lemon basil info says the plant does well in dry soil and may self-seed to produce more plants during the season. It was found growing in Carlsbad, New Mexico in Mrs. Clifton’s garden since the 1920’s. Janet Burns received seeds of this plant from her in the 1950’s and eventually passed them along to her son....

Number One Rule to Make your Garden Look Big Gardeners tend to want more and more space to put all those plants in. The number one rule to follow when faced with a small yard is to pare down. Remember less is more. A cramped and crowded garden will definitely not look big; in fact it’ll look quite the opposite. Instead, decide what you absolutely must have and make that your priority....

About Mandrake Toxicity The oftentimes forked root of mandrake is said to resemble the human form and, as such, brought to rise many supposed effects of the plant. People who live where the plant grows wild have often mistakenly eaten its round fruits with surprising results. Although fantasy writers and others have given the plant a colorful back story, mandrake is a potentially dangerous vegetative selection that can get the diner into serious trouble....

Manure Fertilizer Tea The nutrients found in manure tea make it an ideal fertilizer for garden plants. The nutrients from manure dissolve easily in water where it can be added to a sprayer or watering can. The leftover manure can be thrown in the garden or reused in the compost pile. Manure tea can be used each time you water plants or periodically. It can also be used to water lawns....

Mayhaw Propagation Growing new mayhaws can be achieved by seed or cuttings. •Growing New Mayhaws by Seed Some people have good luck planting mayhaw seeds directly outdoors, but experts provide the following information: Gather mayhaw fruit in fall, when they’re mature but not fully ripe. Soak the mayhaws in warm water for a few days to loosen the pulp, then place the clean seeds in a container filled with damp sand....

Nellie Stevens Holly Plant Info Hollies are timeless classics that make a large impact on the landscape with very little special care required. These easy-to-grow plants provide cover and food for birds and natural holiday décor for the home. Nellie Stevens is a happy accident between a Chinese holly and an English holly. It was grown from berries filched by Nellie Stevens in the early 1900’s. The resulting plant was almost removed in a home remodel in 1952 but was subsequently saved....