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Curling Leaves on a Ficus Benjamina. Ficus benjamina, or weeping fig, is a small, evergreen green with glossy leaves and drooping branches. It is often grown indoors as a houseplant. Indoor growers often find ficus benjamina a temperamental plant with a tendency to drop its leaves with any temperature change. This is the plants way of making adjustments to its environment. Curling leaves indicate a number of conditions in the plant.
Read MoreLawn Fertilizer Schedule for Georgia. Georgia’s climate in winter varies from the 30s in the northern section to the 50s in the southern area, and summer is generally hot throughout the state. These conditions allow the use of a number of different grasses in the state. Some of these turf grasses are cold sensitive, while others will brown during the winter months and then green up when temperatures warm. Turf grasses benefit from a regular schedule of fertilizer application to withstand the varying temperature patterns.
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Read MoreFacts on Reflecting Pools. A reflecting pool is water feature composed of a shallow, concrete container that holds water, without jets or any other mechanism that disturbs the surface. Reflecting pools are landscape features that evoke a sense of serenity and peace. They get their name from their calm surface, which mirrors attractive features of the property itself, its landscaping or other items located near the edge of the pool.
Read MoreWhen to Fertilize Evergreens?. Often, homeowners give little thought to the evergreens on their property. These reliable trees carry on without much maintenance, providing shade for homes and yards, giving shelter to wildlife and growing consistently year after year. Though a number of different theories exist on when and whether to fertilize evergreens, rely on a few basic strategies to keep your evergreen trees healthy and looking their best.
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Read MoreWinter Fruit or Vegetable Gardens in Florida. Florida's climate allows gardeners to grow fruits and vegetables year-round. The trick to gardening in Florida is to determine when to grow what. Some fruits and vegetables need cooler temperatures to thrive and will shrivel up in Florida's summer heat. The University of Florida's Extension service is a good resource for gardeners who need information about Florida's growing seasons.
Read MoreHow to Care for Bougainvillea Plants. Bougainvillea is one of the most popular plants both in the South, where it blooms all year long, and in the northern half of the United States, where it is a prolific bloomer in spring and summer. A native of the Brazilian coast, bougainvillea was introduced to the rest of the world by a French botanist who named that plant after his friend, Captain Louis de Bougainville. The plant produces bracts of orange, red, purple and magenta flowers on woody vines that can be trained to follow walls or pruned into topiary designs. Its low maintenance makes it a favorite with gardeners everywhere.
Read MoreWhen to Transplant Clematis Flowers. Clematis is a beautiful, climbing woody vine that produces abundant blossoms in a variety of colors. Once established, clematis needs only a minimum of care to continue blooming year after year. Most popular varieties are the Jackman clematis, which produces large, deep purple flowers, and the Japanese clematis which produces profuse small white flowers. Transplanting clematis from one area to another is not a difficult process but needs some consideration.
Read MoreThe Best Roses to Grow in Texas. Growing roses in Texas requires careful attention to the watering and shading needs of the plants. Texas summers are scorchers and the ever-present sun can increase the water requirements of these moisture-hungry plants. Frosty Texas winters are another problem for roses, and plants need adequate protection to withstand the cold temperatures common during December and January of each year. Choose from hardy, disease-resistant varieties for the best types to grow in Texas conditions.
Read MoreWhat Causes a Palm Tree to Fall?. Palms trees have adapted to their hot climate conditions in remarkable ways. They are drought-tolerant and can withstand exposure to salt air and soil. They thrive in sandy soils and often withstand hurricane winds. They are not immune to damage, however, and a number of environmental and disease conditions can cause palm trees to fall, creating risks to people and property.
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