Leaves add humus to soil which increases its capacity to hold minerals for plants
Leaves can transform poor soil as they decompose into humus. Humus increases the soil's CEC allowing it to retain fertilizer ...
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It's normal for gardenias to drop leaves now: Dan Gill explains why
This is normal, although the amount of leaf drop varies from plant to plant and year to year. Help! We’ve been spraying every ...
The Pros and Cons of Mulching Your Fall Leaves
Everyone has a POV on the matter, but surprisingly, choosing to mulch or not mulch your leaves isn’t all about the ...
Hot weather has leaves turning later
Unseasonably warm weather with day highs of around 20 degrees Celsius has delayed the autumn foliage peak, leaving large ...
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4 plants with natural holes in their leaves – and how to make them thrive
With endless plant choices, it can be hard to know which of the best indoor plants to pick. But if you're looking for ...
5 colorful houseplants to warm up your home this winter
The Prayer plant ( Maranta leuconeura) is a stunning example of a houseplant that can enrich your home with color. “Its oval ...
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Top Performers and Consumer Favorites From the University of Tennessee Jackson Gardens
The University of Tennessee Gardens in Jackson trialed more than 225 varieties of annuals, perennials, vegetables, and herbs ...
Plants and animals with bigger genomes grow less efficiently – new research helps explain why they never died out
Cold temperatures significantly slow down cell division, meaning new cells are produced more slowly. However, cell expansion is less affected by low temperatures. This means that even when it’s cold, ...
EDITORIAL: Red tape leaves red wine growers queasy
For decades, tourists have come to Napa Valley to tour and drink at its world-famous wineries. This has been a lucrative ...
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Giant Leopard Plant: The Unexpected Beauty Your Garden Needs
Add bold flair to your garden with the Giant Leopard Plant. Glossy, oversized leaves and vibrant yellow blooms create ...
S&P 500 leaves huge gap on daily chart as stocks surge at opening bell
Sharp gains at the opening bell saw the S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average, Nasdaq Composite and other major indexes leave large gaps on the daily price charts. A gap is seen when an asset opens ...