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February 2009
There are three major nutrients plants require for basic good growth: nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium. Nitrogen is associated with producing lush, healthy foliage, a key in photosynthesis (the plant version of digestion and respiration). Phosphoru... Read More
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Much like us, plants require a well-balanced diet for good health. And just like us, not all plants need the same amounts of nutrients as others. A balanced fertilizer is one that contains relatively equal amounts of Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassiu... Read More
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Hi All! This is a recipe to make your own lip gloss. If you like all natural things as I do, this is a great recipe. Enjoy!!!! Read More
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I saved all my loo rolls and kitchen rolls and used these to plant my peas in. There just growing at the moment, but when I plant them out, they can just be planted straight out. This should reduce any potential root damamge caused by transplant... Read More
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With the decline of the bee population it might be a good idea to have, Read More
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Fall and early spring are the best times to apply limestone. Lime is available in powder, granular and pelletized form. Here is the rule of thumb to raise your soil pH by a value of 1 point. Loamy or Clay Soils: 6-8 pounds of lime per 100 sq. ft.(10&... Read More
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Every spring at the state park i work at we have a bunch of baby ducks. They are us to humans so we can walk right up to them and feed them by hand. That is my daughter Anna thatyou can just barely see to the right. She loves to feed them. Read More
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