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| Scientific name
: Acrostephanus dependens (Engl.) Tiegh. |
Botanical Family : Loranthaceae |
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Description :
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Bulbs & Corms -
Under a general heading - BULBS - we usually include a number of plants which do not strictly fit into this category. A true bulb is made up of thic...
Spring Flowering Plants -
Due to modern plant growing techniques, it is often possible to buy pot plants in bloom outside their normal season (Chrysanthemums, African Violets, ...
Soil Type -
Different types of soil consist of such things as clay, pebbles, gravel, sand, and other minerals. However, not all types of soil are permeable. Many ...
Propagating by Cuttings -
In propagating cuttings it is advisable to select a sheltered spot in the garden, free from cold winds and from many hours of direct sunlight. Woody c...
House Plants and Water Evaporation -
Evaporation from the exposed surface of the soil can be reduced if this is covered with gravel, stone chippings (from an aquarium shop), peat or moss....
Spring Bulbs -
Bulbs to plant for spring blooming include: Muscari (Grape Hyacinths), Puschkinia scilloides (Squills) and Scillas. All of these are small and blue....
Testing your soil -
Soil-testing kits available and by and large they do a very good job of accurately testing your soil. However, if you are only interested in knowing i...
Propagating by Layering -
Layering is often preferred to the use of cuttings because the number of good strikes is greater; many cuttings die off before any roots are formed. I...
Repotting Bonsai -
Since a bonsai remains in a container for life, soil becomes a very important matter; the potted tree cannot extend its roots and find moisture or foo...
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