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Hydroponic systems are gardening mechanisms designed to bring a regular or continuous flow of water and nutrients to the roots of a plant without the use of soil. Normally, soil is the source for both water and nutrients, but the soil itself is not required by any plant. Hydroponic systems basically work without use of the ‘middleman’.Although there are hundreds of different hydroponic systems

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Hydroponic systems are gardening mechanisms designed to bring a regular or continuous flow of water and nutrients to the roots of a plant without the use of soil. Normally, soil is the source for both water and nutrients, but the soil itself is not required by any plant. Although there are hundreds of different hydroponic systems used today, they all fall under seven basic categories; passive,

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by Julia ZanieskiIt is a common misconception that orchids are difficult to grow. While some are trickier than others, the moth orchid (Phalaenopsis), is an ideal choice for the beginning orchid grower. Moth orchid flowers come in various shades and combinations of white, yellow, pink and purple. Given the proper growing conditions, these long-lasting flowers will brighten up a dreary winter room

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by Mary HannaHere are some tips for herb gardening indoors that will simulate the conditions in an outside garden. For Herb gardening indoors the growing climates need to be pretty much the same as the conditions outside. Get your herb plants from a good garden center nursery who will have plenty of garden advice to help you with your inside garden. You will need some garden equipment like a

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by Jan MoneyHydroponics gardening is a great idea for anyone who wants a garden but doesn't have enough land or soil. Hydroponics gardening is, essentially, a way to cultivate plants using a nutrient solution instead of soil. With hydroponics gardening, it's easy to grow lovely flowers and succulent vegetables virtually anywhere you want! It's true that hydroponics gardening needs much less time

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by Cristina Diaz GarciaThe art of growing bonsais is an ancient oriental tradition, in which bonsai means "tray gardening". There are traces of bonsais (miniature trees or bushes) in Egypt, Japan and China, and it was considered that the miniature tree would have concentrated the powers of the actual-size tree. Bonsai trees require a lot of care. The branches, leaves and roots need regular

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Everyone hopes to have a picture-perfect wedding day. Getting to that point takes untold amounts of time, money, energy and patience. Even the tiniest detail cannot be left unchecked, if we have any hope of eluding Murphy's Law. These days, brides-to-be must even consider potential allergic reactions to their flowers, in addition to the more traditional details. It's enough to crush the faint

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Bromeliads need minimal care to grow well indoorsQuestion: How can I grow bromeliads in an air-conditioned apartment? I have a large pot of them, but little by little, they are dying.Answer: Move the container of bromeliads away from the air-conditioned breezes and to a bright location but out of direct sun. If the plants have central cups of foliage, keep them full of water. Also, try to raise

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Terraniums are an easy, no maintenance container garden that you can plant and enjoy for many years.Today, plants can be grown in the same manner using any suitable glass container such as a fish tank or small-faceted glass case to create a terrarium garden. Terraniums are an easy, no-maintenance container garden that you can plant and enjoy for many years. Plastic containers generally do not

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Cutting flowersCarry a bucket into the garden with several inches of water in the bottom; as soon as you cut the flowers, put them in the bucket. If it is going to be several hours between when you cut the flowers until you arrange them, the flowers should be stored in water and kept in a cool, dark room.Light and temperatureCut flowers should not be placed in direct sunlight. Diffused light is

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Expert says you can recreate the magic of your garden within your own home by planning which flowers you would like to grow for cutting.Here are master gardeners top five summer cut flowers.~ Cornflowers ~ "These are such simple flowers but they are extremely eye-catching in a vase," he believes. "They produce the main flush of blooms in summer with a second flush in autumn."Planting: The

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Container gardening is quite popular with urban citizens who enjoy the relaxing and creative aspects of gardening but don't have any land to till. It is perfect for people with small patios, decks and balconies. Container gardening can also be a very creative past time as it allows gardeners to experiment with innovative ideas for soil containers as well as their arrangement to give their garden

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There are two types of Azaleas available as flowering pot plants. The Indian Azalea (Rhododendron simsii) is the most popular one. The second type is the Japanese Azalea (Rhododendron obtusum).Both are dwarf shrubs which grow about 1' - 1 1/2' tall. The Indian Azalea blooms in pink, white, red or purple, and some are white-edged. The flowers of the Japanese Azalea are smaller, but the plant has

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Healthy ficus withstand pruning very well, so if it is truly out of control you could cut it back fairly hard and then regular pruning can be used to keep in in the size range you need from then on. If you make a few tentative trims and watch the resulting growth pattern afterwards you will see how best to trim it in terms of individual cuts.Overall it is better to do any extensive major pruning

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Oncidium orchids are great orchids for beginners, but they do need some special care to keep them happy. The following care instructions are specific to Oncidium orchids. • Placement Your orchid will do best with several hours of sunlight per day. In the home, east, south or west-facing windows are best. Oncidium orchids prefer intermediate to warm temperatures 75 to 85 degrees F during the day

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Bromeliads, or “urn plants,”are members of the pineapple family and are native to the tropical rainforests of Central America, Ecuador and Bolivia. Bromeliads form a stemless rosette and in nature it is an epiphyte growing on trees. Rainwater collects in the central cup formed by the plant’s upper leaves and in the cupped leaf bases. The colorful "blossom"(inflorescence) will provide beauty for

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Everyone should find a way to beat the blahs. For me, the best medicine to cure the post-holiday blues is to hit the post-holiday sales - in the plant department! And not for the red and green, the twinkling little white lights and candles. I’m on the prowl for pinks and yellows, purples and oranges. You can’t have the blahs when surrounded by the scent and colors of spring. Anticipating the

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Nature Hills Nursery Question: When you live in an apartment without any backyard and you would like to grow flowers indoors. What types of flowering plants will thrive indoors? Answer: African violets have long been a favorite houseplant. Also, several relatives of the African violet make excellent flowering houseplants. For example, Episcia are fibrous-rooted trailers grown for

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Herbs can also be grown indoors for year-round enjoyment. Growing herbs indoors is no more difficult than growing them in the garden. Indoor plants will need essentially the same conditions as herbs grown outdoors -- sunlight and a well-drained soil mix that is not too rich. Select a south or west window. Different herbs have different light requirements, but most need a sunny location; in

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Native to South America, Bougainvillea are vigorous-growing subtropical plants that may be grown outdoors in frost-free climates (hardiness zones 9 to 11); elsewhere, they can be grown as house plants. The colorful bracts are borne from March through October and beyond. Individual bracts may last on the plant for three or more weeks. In colder climates, bougainvillea can be grown outdoors in

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Christmas cactuses are easy to grow but are sometimes difficult to get to bloom. A medium light intensity and a soil high in organic matter are recommended. Do not allow the plant to dry out, water when the soil surface begins to feel dry. Your plant may be kept drier in fall. Any fertilizer may be used according to label directions. Cool temperatures or long nights are required to induce

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A bottle garden is fun to make because your imagination holds the key as to how your miniature “jungle” will turn out. When planning your creation, pick plants with different colors and textures but most importantly, pick plants that you really like! Also take into consideration how big the plants will get. It is better to choose smaller plants so you don’t have to replace them very often.

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Anthurium is the most popular and long lasting of all tropical flowers. This premium red Anthurium, from anthos, meaning flower, and oura, meaning tail, refers to the many tiny-like spadix. These bright red colored beauties (currently in bloom) are the most well known the world over. Real Hawaiian lava rock is hand selected to provide a happy home for your Anthurium. These 3 years old

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There are more than 250 commonly grown tropical house plants in the foliage industry. Most times homes and offices are environments that are poorly suited to the needs of tropical plants. But there are many varieties of tropical house plants that can withstand indoor conditions. You need to choose tropical house plants with a healthy foliage and those that have a young growth. For success with

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Tropical fruits such as pineapple and passionfruit make excellent house plants. Pineapples are especially easy to cultivate. The growth comes from the top leafy part of the fruit. To remove the top growth from a ripe pineapple, give it a quick twist-and-pull motion. Allow the top to air-dry for a day or two, then place it in a glass of water until roots form. Once the foliage begins to grow and

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