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Carnivorous Plants – Venus Flytrap Care
Of the many carnivorous plants available the Venus Flytrap is amongst the best loved and most well known. A guide to Venus Flytrap Care.
Sep 14, 2010
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Frank Smith
Difference Between East Indian and West Indian Sandalwood Trees
The East and West Indian sandalwood trees are often confused; however, each tree belongs to a different botanical family and has different characteristics.
Aug 25, 2010
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Sharon Falsetto
Ancient Bristlecone Pines, the Oldest Trees on Earth
Found only in the harsh high desert environment of the southwestern United States, ancient Bristlecone pines are the oldest living trees on Earth.
Aug 16, 2010
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Terrie Schultz
Different Types of Lavender
There are many different types and species of lavender; in addition, to the "true" lavender species, there are also various lavender hybrids and cultivars.
Aug 9, 2010
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Sharon Falsetto
Queen Anne's Lace: Common White Wildflowers Brighten Roadsides
This lacy flat-topped flower grows amid wild summer grasses and is a favorite to press for decorating greeting cards and creating nature art.
Aug 6, 2010
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Linda McDonnell
Yarrow: Wide-ranging White Wildflower with a History of Human Use
The white flower clusters and feathery leaves of yarrow are a common sight in open fields and the edges of woods throughout much of the Northern Hemisphere.
Jul 29, 2010
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Linda McDonnell
Fireweed: Summer's Pink Wildflower of Open Woods and Fields
This tall, showy Pacific Northwest native flower grows abundantly in burned areas and was the first to appear after the eruption of Mt. St. Helens in 1980.
Jul 25, 2010
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Linda McDonnell
Ocean Spray: Plumes of White Wildflowers in the Pacific Northwest
Also called cream bush, California spiraea, meadowsweet or ironwood, flowers of this wild shrub resemble the ocean spray that gives it its best-known name.
Jul 23, 2010
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Linda McDonnell
Popular Fragrant Climbing Plants for Summer Gardens
Fragrant climbers give both color and scent to a summer garden; popular climbers and vines include honeysuckle, jasmine, nasturtium and roses.
Jul 13, 2010
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Sharon Falsetto
Summer-blooming Native Wildflowers of the Pacific Northwest
Monkey flower, Indian pipe, mock orange, tiger lily and Oregon checkermallow bloom during June, July, August and September in Northwest forests and meadows.
Jul 12, 2010
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Linda McDonnell
Snowy Woodrush, an Ornamental Grass
This tufted, clumping ornamental grass features clusters of tiny white flowers that look like falling snow.
Jul 9, 2010
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Kathryn Hatashita-Lee
What are Living Fossils?
A summary detailing the merits of growing and owning a living fossil with a focus upon plant species such as the Japanese Umbrella Pine and Ginkgo Biloba
Jul 9, 2010
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Ben Groves
A Guide to Oak Tree Identification in Britain
Leaves, bark, acorns and location can be used to differentiate between types of Quercus or oak tree that grow in the British isles
Jun 16, 2010
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Natasha Sheldon
Carnivorous Plants: Sundew, Venus Flytrap and Pitcher Plant
Many indoor gardeners grow carnivorous plants at home for the curiosity of their insect-eating habits and for the beauty of their foliage and blooms.
May 28, 2010
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Linda McDonnell
Different Varieties of Modern Garden Roses
Today, modern garden roses are the most common variety of roses; choose from many different colors and types of modern roses for a summer garden display.
May 18, 2010
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Sharon Falsetto
Plants of the Everglades
This article contains a list of native and non-native plants that grow in the Everglades.
May 13, 2010
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Jocelyn Wyatt
The Tea Plant, a Tree Species Native to Asia
Tea is the world's most popular beverage. The plant from which it is harvested has its own fascinating story to tell.
May 11, 2010
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Brian Cross
Welwitschia Mirabilis: African Tree Lives 2,000 Years
Typically, it lives 500 to 600 years. Carbon dating has determined that the lifespan of the Welwitschia is from about 400 to 2,000 years.
May 9, 2010
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Linda N. Riggins
Poison Ivy Treatment Options
Poison ivy is a three-leaved bush or vine. The plant's urushiol oil sticks to skin causing an itchy rash. There are several treatment options for relief.
Apr 25, 2010
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Angie Schnetzer
Richard Fischer's 'Floral Sculptures'
Work by this German photo-artist is being shown from April 23 at the United Nations in Geneva in conjunction with the International Year of Biodiversity.
Apr 21, 2010
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Gail Mangold-Vine