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| Scientific name
: Astragalus iodopetalus (Rydb.) Barneby |
Botanical Family : Fabaceae |
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English
name : violet milkvetch |
Description :
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How to Use a Dibble -
Push the dibble down into the prepared soil. If the point of the dibble is sharp and the wood is smooth it will make a cylindrical hole. Make a hole l...
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...
Caring for Newly Sown Lawn -
Don't make the mistake of sprinkling it daily; but if the upper inch or so of soil becomes obviously dry, then water it freely with a fine sprinkler a...
The Home Garden in Winter -
Frequent misting with a plant atomizer provides some relief. But, in many cases, It serves only as a temporarydelay - the mist is soon removed by the ...
Feeding House Plants -
Food should be given only when light intensity and temperatures are high enough for growth. Applying plant food that cannot be used can damage soil an...
Growing Cacti and Succulents -
Cacti and Succulents thrive on neglect and are almost the only plants that need no watering when you go on holiday. In addition, they are untroubled b...
Vine Moth -
Caterpillars of the vine moth (Phalaenoides glycine) are one of the most common pests of the grape vine, and if allowed to remain unchecked may seriou...
Astrological Gardening -
Astrological gardening. For centuries men have been planting and harvesting using the signs of the zodiac which have allowed him to be in tune with th...
Ferns -
Ferns can be used to create a cooling, restful section of landscape, often where it is difficult to grow a range of general plants. Nurseries are off...
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