Planting Basil Seeds Basil seeds need sunlight to grow well. The soil needs to be neutral pH so that they can grow properly. When planted, they should be covered by 1/4 inch (6.5mm) of soil. After they grow to a few inches tall, they should be thinned out to 6 to 12 feet (1.8 to … Read more
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Garlic and Rosemary Brussels sprouts are healthy vegetables packed with nutrients. They belong to the crucifer family of vegetables, along with cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, kale, and collard greens. They’re also very tasty. This recipe is great because it uses Brussels sprouts as an ingredient. You also get lots of other vegetables … Read more
Bonsai are not a species of tree. They are a style of gardening that involves growing trees in containers. Bonsai trees are genetically similar to their full size counterparts, and thus require the same care. As bonsai trees mature, they naturally become smaller. To keep them from getting out of proportion, the gardener trains them … Read more
What Are Bananas? Bananas are an important fruit crop in many tropical countries. They are also grown commercially in subtropical regions around the world. Banana trees produce edible fruits called bananas, which are harvested for consumption. Bananas are often eaten raw, cooked, or baked. They can be mashed or sliced and added to smoothies, salads, … Read more
What Are Cedar Trees? Cedars are an important tree species in many parts of North America. They are not fruit bearing trees, but they do produce wood that is useful for construction. Cedar trees are also used for landscaping because of their beauty. They can be found in parks, gardens, and yards all around the … Read more
How To Preserve A Tree Stump You may come across a tree trunk while hiking through the woods or even when visiting your local lumberyard. If you want to keep the stump around, you should first clean it thoroughly and then apply wood stabilizer. Wood stabilizers will help prevent the stump from splitting or warping, … Read more
Why Do Coconuts Have Holes in Them? A coconut flower consists of three parts: the stamen, the carpel, and the ovary. The stamen is the male organ, the carpel is the female organ, and the ovary is the place where fertilization occurs. There are three carpels in each flower, and the three carpels are typical … Read more
Coconuts are a tropical fruit, belonging to the palm family. They are widely cultivated throughout the tropics and subtropics. Coconuts are the only living member of the Cocos genus, which includes two extinct genera. The coconut is botanically a fruit, not a nut. The coconut is also referred to as a drupe, though technically it … Read more
Advantages • Spikes dissolve slowly. You don’t need to worry about fertilizing trees every week. • Spike fertilizer is easy to handle and store. • Fertilizer sticks are an effective method of delivering nutrients to plants. They are also less expensive than other forms of fertilizer. However, they aren’t as efficient at spreading nutrients across … Read more
Forest Floor The forest floor is the lowest level of the tropical rainforest. It is covered in shrubs and herbs. These plants are not very abundant, and they decompose at a slower rate than other plants. Only about 1% of the light that hits the top of the canopy gets down to the forest floor. … Read more
