Lynn Rademacher

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Stories By Lynn Rademacher

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    Flowers
    Flowers By Lynn Rademacher November 4th, 2022

    Effects Of Black Pepper On Plants

    Effects of Black Pepper on Plants. Black pepper has been valued through the centuries for its many uses and medicinal applications. However, black pepper also has beneficial qualities for plants as well. Plants that need protection from insects and ants can benefit from the spicy nature of black pepper. Easily damaged plants, such as herbs, can be ant free with a little black pepper sprinkled around the base of the plant. Black pepper is able to do much more than just flavor food.

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    Trees
    Trees By Lynn Rademacher November 4th, 2022

    Chinese Elm Allergy

    Chinese Elm Allergy. Elm trees are popular choices for landscaping because of the ornamental value of the leaves and the shade they provide. In addition to being used for landscaping, the hard wood of the elm tree is valued for commercial purposes. The Chinese elm is one of 45 species of elm trees and the pollen it produces can cause severe allergies.

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    Lawn Care
    Lawn Care By Lynn Rademacher September 6th, 2022

    Hoya Plant Toxicity

    Hoya Plant Toxicity. The hoya plant is native to China and easy to find at most gardening centers. It is a popular choice for a house plant as it is easy to care for and produces blooms annually. Hoya plants can be propagated easily from seeds or cuttings, which allows homeowners to have multiple potted hoya plants from a single purchased plant.

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  • Trees
    Trees By Lynn Rademacher September 6th, 2022

    Facts About The Bay Tree

    Facts About the Bay Tree. Bay trees are evergreen trees that originated in the southern Mediterranean region. The bay tree is a slow growing tree that is easily trained as topiary. The leaves of the bay tree are also a common seasoning used in French, Spanish and Italian cooking. If allowed to grow naturally the tree can reach heights between 10 to 15 feet. Bay trees grow well in USDA Zones 8 through 10.

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