Carol Knepp
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Stories By Carol Knepp
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Is Variegated Ribbon Grass Poisonous To Dogs?
Is Variegated Ribbon Grass Poisonous to Dogs?. Dogs seem drawn to the taste or texture of variegated ribbon grass (Phalaris arundinacea var. picta "Picta") although dogs haven’t been forthcoming about the exact attraction. While attractive, this ornamental perennial is frequently listed as invasive. Variegated ribbon grass misbehaves in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 4 to 9 much to the dismay of gardeners and delight of dogs. There are no known references of toxicity for dogs.
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How To Transplant Dumb Canes
How to Transplant Dumb Canes. Transplanting the houseplant dumb cane, also known as dieffenbachia, is relatively simple and can be completed in five steps. Dumb cane plants grow too large for their pots every two or three years, depending on the size of the pot. When this happens it's necessary to repot or transplant into a larger container to provide room for the roots to grow.
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How Soon Can You Replant After Using Roundup?
How Soon Can You Replant After Using Roundup?. When you need a simple and fast-acting solution for weeds in your yard, the herbicide Roundup is up to the task. Replant times after treatments vary from three to seven days, depending on the product you use and the type of plants you're planting. Roundup's active ingredient, glyphosate, is a nonselective herbicide that kills all living, leafy plants and roots that it touches.
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The Causes Of A Palo Verde Tree's Leaves Turning Brown
The Causes of a Palo Verde Tree's Leaves Turning Brown. Sonoran Desert plant adaptations aid plants in surviving the desert’s hot environment -- trees with green trunks that carry on photosynthesis in the absence of leaves excel in this Arizona desert. Trees are rare in the harsh desert habitat and those few that have evolved to thrive in summers when temperatures routinely reach 115 degrees Fahrenheit are treasured by most homeowners. It’s hard to not respect a tree that shades the desert floor as well as home landscapes while nursing young cacti. Being concerned about potential health issues of these desert-dwelling plants is not unusual and being anxious when the leaves of the palo verde turn brown is natural.
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When To Prune Vitex?
When to Prune Vitex?. Vitex presents vibrant lilac-colored blossoms every summer against a backdrop of gray-green foliage, making it a desirable substitute for the mild-climate loving lilac (Syringa vulgaris). This fast-growing, low-maintenance large shrub or small flowering tree prefers hot, arid climates, and when happy it produces a profusion of purple flowers. Prune in the late winter before new growth begins and deadhead through the summer, and your efforts will encourage new wood and more flowers while rewarding you with a colorful, well-managed tree.
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