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  • The Effect of Cadmium on Water Hyacinth

    Water hyacinth is a type of aquatic plant that thrives in areas of shallow water,…

    Last Updated: Oct 13, 2011 | Views: 3214

  • Commercial Value of Birch Trees

    Most birch trees have limited economic value for their wood because their numerous branches cause…

    Last Updated: Nov 6, 2010 | Views: 6038

  • Plant Growth With Light-Blocking Windows

    The benefits of light-blocking windows generally outweigh any potential damage to houseplants. The coatings on…

    Last Updated: Sep 26, 2010 | Views: 5450

  • Gentian Violet & Ringworm

    Ringworm is a common fungal infection of the skin, scalp and nails. Gentian violet is…

    Last Updated: Sep 23, 2010 | Views: 8394

  • Wind Swept Type of Juniper Tree

    A windswept juniper (Juniperus) is a type of bonsai tree that is trained and trimmed…

    Last Updated: Sep 28, 2010 | Views: 4997

  • How Fast Does Rattan Grow in a Day?

    The rattan D. margaritae has a slow-growing stage and a fast-growing stage. Stem length samples…

    Last Updated: Sep 28, 2010 | Views: 3894

  • About Coconut Fiber Pith

    The shell of the coconut (Cocos nucifera) are surrounded by a husk called coir that…

    Last Updated: Sep 28, 2010 | Views: 3575

  • The Effect of Eucalyptus Detritus Leaves on Soil Fertility

    Eucalyptus are tall trees native to Tasmania and Australia. They are grown commercially for their…

    Last Updated: Sep 12, 2010 | Views: 4703

  • How to Make a Hat of Palm Tree Leaves

    The art of using palm leaves to make clothing, accessories and crafts is a worldwide…

    Last Updated: Sep 2, 2010 | Views: 6881

  • Nitrogen Fixation of Legumes

    Legumes are popular cover crops between seasons as well as active inter-plantings in the garden.…

    Last Updated: Aug 17, 2010 | Views: 3118

  • Hawaiian Leis That Are Made From Leaves

    Lei are a beautiful souvenir and symbol of Hawaiian hospitality. Other cultures also weave floral…

    Last Updated: Aug 9, 2010 | Views: 4892

  • How to Arrange Centerpieces

    Whether you are planning an elegant dinner party, or just decorating your casual eat-in-kitchen, a…

    Last Updated: Aug 8, 2010 | Views: 3751

  • How to Bend Ash Wood

    Ash is a hard wood that has been frequently used for curved elements because it…

    Last Updated: Aug 8, 2010 | Views: 4837

  • Density of Agathis Wood

    Agathis wood with a moisture content of 15 percent has a density of 29.4 lbs.…

    Last Updated: Aug 7, 2010 | Views: 2591

  • What Is Pine Bark?

    Pine bark is the tough material covering the stems of the pine tree that protects…

    Last Updated: Aug 2, 2010 | Views: 3255

  • Can You Create a Bonsai Tree From a Lemon Cypress?

    More commonly used as topiary plants, lemon cypress can make suitable bonsai trees because they…

    Last Updated: Aug 2, 2010 | Views: 3997

  • Can Spanish Moss Be Used Safely Indoors?

    Spanish moss can be used safely indoors. It's been used for thousands of years by…

    Last Updated: Aug 1, 2010 | Views: 2061

  • Good Ground Cover to Attract Deer

    Most gardeners seek to deter deer from their garden, but you can support the deer…

    Last Updated: Jul 31, 2010 | Views: 3729

  • Centerpiece Plants

    Most plants can be used as a centerpiece for a dining room or coffee table.…

    Last Updated: Jul 29, 2010 | Views: 4870

  • Fragrant & Nocturnal Flowering Plants

    Evening primrose and buddleia, honeysuckle and jasmine: The nocturnal flowers whose scent grows headier as…

    Last Updated: Jul 29, 2010 | Views: 4950

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