Articles, tagged with "root systems", page 2

The Southern Live Oak

According to a 1998 University of Florida study, landscaping plays a large role in the resale of property. The report states that homes with mature trees and added landscaping color are sold more quickly. Another report by The Associated Landscaping Contr... Read >
Author: vgates81

Nursery Trees Or Spaded Trees: Which Transplants Better?

Similar to most things in life, there are positives and negatives associated with the landscaping options of spaded trees and nursery trees. Generally speaking, trees grown in nurseries are simpler to move because they have been affected by maintenance pr... Read >
Author: abrahamciwolski

3 Organic Secrets to Strong and Healthy Root Zones

The first step to a healthy root zone is optimal soil. Humic Blast and Soil Blast are the secrets to optimizing your soil! Packed with Humic and Fulvic Acids, these products optimize your soil medium by increasing soil aeration, its ability to hold moistu... Read >
Author: Scottfreedman

Understanding and using mycorrhizae, an army of little helpers

: Mycorrhizae are fungi in the genus Amanita. This fungus has a symbiotic relationship with plant root systems in which both it and the plant that hosts it benefit from. In addition to root systems, mycorrhizae are a vital component to soils bio-organic l... Read >
Author: Scottfreedman

Gardening Tips For Your Utah Landscape Design

1. Fertilizer Feel free to fertilize during the summer time, but in moderation. Use Miracle Grow for Acid-Loving Plants (available at Home Depot, Lowe's, etc.) 2-3 times a week between April 1 thru May 30. To apply, broadcast in moderation on top of root ... Read >
Author: RyanC

Want Large Home-Grown Grapes? Know What to Feed Them!

One of the keys of being successful when you are growing grapes at home is to understand that grapes need proper nutrition. That nutrition comes from the soil that they are planted in. As you begin your grape venture it is highly recommended that you ha... Read >
Author: Bill Bloom

Solution To Soil Compaction

Lawn Aerators are a solution for lawn that suffer from excessive thatch build up and soil compaction which prevents or at least makes it difficult for air and water to reach down to the lawns root systems. Through the process of lawn aeration you are sim... Read >
Author: victropzs

Free Landscape Design Tips for Fall Planting and Mulching!

Fall has always been known as the time to seed or re-seed your yard grass for a better established lawn the following spring, but did you know this applies to many other types of plants? This is especially true for wildflowers. All year long flowering pla... Read >
Author: Durand Demlow

How to Repot Orchids without Killing Them

Every flower enthusiast must learn to repot orchids properly to ensure a vibrant flowers and a healthy plant for years. Repotting is not hard but takes some practice and independent study to know when and how to do it right. To even consider repotting... Read >
Author: Janet Shapan

The Two Types of Orchids

Here is one fact that you should know about orchids……There are only two Types of Orchids! Although we see several different hybrids and species of this flower, this is 100% true. Orchids are categorically defined in places where they grow. Orchids that gr... Read >
Author: David Maguire

Spruce Up You Garden With Blueberry Plants

From their trademark blue berries in the summer to their rich glossy green leaves in the late fall and early spring, blueberry plants are marvelous additions to any garden. Often overlooked by gardeners, blueberry bushes can add a splash of color and a fr... Read >
Author: Sandy Winslow

Important Knowledge about Orchid Types and Species

Orchids are wonderful plants to grow because of the numerous species and hybrid flowers to choose from. But in reality, there are only two core types of orchids. Terrestrial orchids are the first type that is usually found on the ground while the seco... Read >
Author: Janet Shapan

Boyce Powder Activated Carbon for safe environment and agriculture

DECONTAMINATE TOXIC SOILS Boyce Powder Activated Carbon effectively decontaminates toxic soils to provide a safe environment for new or existing root systems. Whether from over spraying herbicides/pesticides, over applications of fertilizers, chemic... Read >
Author: Boyce Carbon

Let A Tree Service Save Your Beloved Old Tree

Trees are a very important addition to many landscapes including businesses, residential neighborhoods, homes, and of course in their natural habitats. However, trees eventually get old and can also suffer from pest and insect infestation, rot, or disease... Read >
Author: Nick Messe

Drip Irrigation – Making the Garden Grow One Drop at a Time

When a person waters a garden, they're trying to mimic rainfall. Plants have evolved over thousands of millions of years to collect rainwater in one way or another, channelling it towards a thirsty root system where the nutrients in it can be sucked up i... Read >
Author: Amelia Hudson

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