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Getting Buggy in Your Garden Patch? - See Herb Garden Plants That Double As Natural Bug Repellents

One of the major concerns for the herb gardener is how to protect plants from insects, plant diseases, and even animals such as deer from nibbling away at their prize herbs.

Companion plants are the natural bug repellents for the home herb garden. They not only aid other plants to grow better, but they deter insects, disease, and animals from eating anything in close proximity. In so doing, they protect your plants without you having to use expensive insecticides which enable you to stay organic. This is particularly important since much of what you grow you probably intend to eat.

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There are many herbs and flowers that act as companion plants. While you can certainly experiment, start with plants that are native to your area that insects already recognize.

Some of the more popular companion plants used as natural bug repellents are:

Anise - attracts wasps that will devour aphids that attack nearby plants.

Basil - repels flies and mosquitoes.

Borage -- repels tomato hornworms, Japanese beetles, squash bugs, and cabbageworms, but attracts bees and wasps.

Catnip - repels mice, ants, aphids, flea beetles, and weevils.

Chives - drives away Japanese beetles and carrot rust fly.

Chyrsanthemums - kills root nematodes, and when flowering, repels Japanese beetles.

Coriander - repels aphids, spider mites, and potato beetle.

Dill - repels aphids and spider mites.

Elderberry - when made into a spray from the leaves, will kill aphids, carrot root fly, cucumber beetles, and peach tree borers.

Garlic - repels aphids.

Geranium - repels cabbage worms and Japanese beetles.

Hyssop - deters garden pests from cabbage and grapes.

Lavender - repels fleas and moths.

Mint - deters white cabbage moths, ants, rodents, flea beetles, fleas, and aphids.

Mole Plant - repels moles and mice.

Nasturtium - chases away the squash bug and whitefly.

Peppermint - repels white cabbage moths, aphids, and flea beetles.

Petunias - repels the asparagus beetle, leafhoppers, tomato worms, and Mexican bean beetles.

Radishes - deters cucumber beetles and rust flies.

Rue - will repel aphids, flies, slugs, snails, flea beetles, and Japanese beetles.

Soybeans - repels chinch bugs and Japanese beetles.

Thyme - deters cabbage worms.

Some of the herbs listed here can be made into teas and powders that can be applied directly on herb plants or soaked into the soil. However, we suggest that you consult a garden guide on this approach as some herbs can be toxic in this form and could hurt pets and children.

And finally, companion plants are compatible with some herb and vegetable plants, but not friendly with others. Research companion plants first before you plant and you will have a healthy and bug-free garden every season.

Getting Buggy in Your Garden Patch? - See Herb Garden Plants That Double As Natural Bug Repellents

Plants That Repel Mosquitoes

Like mosquitoes? Well, like it or not in just a few months the pests will be returning fresh and ready to bite away at every human being they can reach.

That's why if you're in the process of early preparations for the upcoming season's garden consider planting a few selections that are known to repel the annoying insect. Not only will they ward off mosquitoes but doing so will prevent the use of chemicals which are terrible not only for the environment but harmful to people.

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Now, it's interesting how the warding off works.

It seems to be that like people, insects stay away from things with scents they despise. When this occurs they tend to go the other way. Therefore, if you have certain plants growing close to the house near windows and doors there's a good chance it will put up an invisible screen in the path of your local mosquitoes.

Another way to use the plants is to make oils from them spreading it on your skin. Just remember some people have allergic reactions to various types of herbs and fruits so if you've never been exposed to some varieties, it's a good idea to try the oil in an isolated spot and see how it reacts.

Furthermore, unlike chemical repellents, natural repellents ware off much faster and need to be reapplied frequently, sometimes every half an hour to an hour.

A trick is to apply the oils to clothing or maybe even wear some of the branches or flowers from some species. If you try this, be cautious as some oils may stain so if you are worried about a particular layer, just like applying to skin try it out on an isolated section.

With regards to growing the plants realize some, like citronella, the top plant used for fighting off mosquitoes, grow in more tropical areas.

Other examples include the following:

• Catnip
• Rosemary
• Marigolds
• Eucalyptus
• Cedar
• Peppermint

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Deadly Indoor And Outdoor Plants Harmful To Dogs

Many dog owners don't consider that harmless little house and garden plants may be a potential source of danger to your dog or puppy. Usually poisonous plants are more deadly to small puppies, but some plants, even in small amounts, can be toxic to dogs of any size. By taking the time to understand the various plants and their levels of toxicity for dogs you can avoid costly vet bills and even more serious conditions.

Depending on the type of plant either the leaves, stems, bark, roots or fruit can be toxic. Some plants are only toxic at various times in their growth stage whereas others are always poisonous. For information on each type of plant the internet, your vet, or even a plant and gardening book is great resource.

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Believe it or not some of the most common garden plants are also the most deadly. Tomato plants, both the leaves and the stems, can be toxic to dogs. St. John's Wort, an herbal plant, is very toxic leading to vomiting and seizures. Other garden plants that can be problematic include:

· Apricot

· Avocado

· Black Cherry

· Black Walnuts

· Castor Beans

· Catnip

· Chokecherry

· Eggplant

· Garlic

· Mushrooms

· Mustard plants/greens

· Onion

· Peach

· Plum

· Potato

· Pokeweed

· Spinach

Fencing the garden area or monitoring if the dog is actually eating the plants within the garden is important. When in doubt completely isolating the garden from the area the dog is kept is a great idea.

Ornamental Outdoor Plants

Everyone loves to have their yard area looking great, but not at the expense of his or her animals becoming ill. Some of the showiest of the flowering plants are also the most deadly, including Oleander and many of the flowering shrubs. The list of the most common flowering and ornamental plants that are frequently found in gardens are:

· Amaryllis

· Baby's Breath

· Bird of Paradise

· Black Eyed Susan

· Bleeding Heart

· Bluebonnet

· Boston Ivy

· Calla Lilly

· Chrysanthemums

· Cyclamen

· Daffodil

· Daisy

· Elephant Ear

· Easter Lilly

· Ferns

· Flamingo plant

· Geranium

· Honeysuckle

· Hyacinth

· Hydrangea

· Ivy

· Jade plant

· Lantana

· Larkspur

· Marigolds

· Morning Glory

· Peony

· Primrose

· Rhododendron

· Tiger Lily

· Yucca

There are many other beautiful garden flower that can also be deadly, so be sure to check with the nursery or garden shop before planting them in the same area that you are planning on keeping your dog.

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Many of the houseplants including ferns, dieffenbachia, pothos, ivy, philodendron, and even poinsettias are very toxic to dogs. Corn plant, peace lilies and any of the ornamental tobacco plants can be very dangerous for both full-grown dogs and puppies.

If you think that your dog may have consumed a poisonous or potentially poisonous plant immediately get them to the vet. Bring a small amount of the plant with you, including the leaf and the flower, to help with identification.

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Cottage Garden Plants and Companion Herbs, What Are They?

When we think of romantic country gardens, a garden full of Cottage Garden Plants comes to mind. Many do not realize that many of these plants are also herbs and help each other grow and thrive. Cottage Garden Plants and companion herbs are synonymous.

The different properties of companion herbs turns the garden into an organic garden; one that doesn't require toxic pesticides.

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What is a Cottage Garden?

These were the gardens of the commoners or poor in England and contained everything the family needed for food and medicinal use. Informal garden of a rambling nature that is interplanted with flowers, herbs, vegetables, berries, etc. All space is used and plants are crowed in together to form a living mulch and conserve moisture and cut down on weeding The beds are wide and paths are narrow

What are Cottage Garden Plants? (The flowers are also herbs)

Flowers: Asters, Baby's Breath, Bachelor's Buttons, Clematis, Cosmos, Dame's Rocket, Delphinium,Cranesbill Geranium, Hydrangea, Hollyhocks, Iris, Lady's Mantle, Lavateria, Marigolds, Nasturtiums, Pansies, Peony, Petunias, Phlox, Poppies, Roses, Sweet William, Violet, Wisteria, Zinnias Herbs: Artemisia, Artichokes, Basil, Bee Balm, Calendula, Catnip, Chamomile, Chives, Coral Bells, Cornflowers, Costmary, Daisy, Dandelions, Dianthus, Dill, Echinacea, Evening Primrose, Feverfew, Foxglove, Garlic, Lavender, Lemon Balm, Lovage, Oregano, Onions, Parsley, Peppers, Plantain, Rosemary, Sage, Sedum, Sunflowers,Thyme Fruit: Blueberries, Strawberries, Apple Trees, Peach Trees Cherry Trees Vegetables: Beans, Beets, Carrots, Eggplant, Loose leaf lettuce, Peas

What is a companion herb or plant?

Plants which release chemicals and help other plants grow and increase their productivity. Plants which help enrich the soil by providing nutrients and organic matter or pulling up nutrients from deep within the soil. Plants which provide shade or mulch for shorter plants and protect bare soil. Plants which prevent pest problems by repelling unwanted bugs Plants and herbs with the ability to attract beneficial insects, repel pest insects, and can even ward off weeds. Companion plantings combine more than one crop in a given area, so garden space is used efficiently.

How to create a Cottage Garden?

Create a bed that is wider than regular beds. No need for a designer. Create the bed to your liking. Plant Cottage Garden Plants and Companion Herbs closer together using all available space to help conserve moisture and cut down on weeding. Any paths should be narrow. Mix annuals in with perennials. Use lots of color. It should be brimming full of flowers, herbs, and vegetables. Add a bird bath and bird feeders. Place a bench where you can sit and enjoy its beauty. It should be inviting and bring pleasure and memories to everyone that looks at it.

Planting companion herbs takes a little know how, but it really isn't that hard to do if you plan out your garden, and know which herbs to use for what. You'll want to plant these in the spring, at the same time you would plant your vegetables and flowers. Knowing which ones to plant can eliminate the need to use toxic pesticides.

Please visit Cottage Garden Plants for a list of Companion Herbs and the pests they repel.

The main thing is be creative, do some experimenting and most of all have fun in creating your Cottage Garden. Enjoy!

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Keeping Cats Out of the Garden - Cat Repellent Plants

Cats always use bare earth in which to do their toilet duties in the absence of cat litter. A cat wouldn't even notice a few sprouting seedlings you so carefully planted, but which they ruin with their claws as they dig them up as well as the dirt they use to cover over their crap.

If you having a problem with cats in your home vegetable garden consider buying some plants that are known cat repellents.

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1. Curry Plant - This plant grows wild in the Mediterranean area (nothing more than a nuisance). This plant has a strong smell, but has no culinary uses at all. It is a frost tender perennial that is known to deter cats, who dislike the smell.

The curry plant is a member of the daisy family.

However, I would highly advise against planting this plant unless you have a severe problem with cats as it will just become another difficult weed to remove from your home vegetable garden long after the cats have left well alone.

On the other hand, this plant has some medicinal uses, one of them being soothing sunburn, and/or reducing inflammation and healing infections.

2. Scaredy-cat plant - coleus canina - unfortunately, this plant's name makes a mockery of the word scaredy. Truthfully, the plant does smell a bit of dog pee, which is just what every gardener wants in their garden isn't it?

It is supposed to deter both cats and dogs but this only works on those animals with a sense of smell.

Use this test to determine if this plant and the curry plant work: If catnip works on the cats that are visiting your vegetable garden, then both the curry plant and the scaredy-cat plant will work too.

A note to keep in mind: cats will just walk round these plants and go to another part of the garden, so if you want to protect young seedlings from being scratched up by cats, then you will want to plant a ring of cat deterrent plants around your growing area. Cats can jump over them (simple, right?).

3. Lavender - due to the fact that lavender can grow quite shrubby, plant them in a line as a deterrent to stop the cat wandering further into your vegetable garden.

Look for a tall growing variety to be the most effective against cats. Because cats are inquisitive creatures, but like the assurance of seeing what it is they are getting into, if you grow your lavender plants taller than a cat to block their line of sight you are on your way to success!

4. Rosemary - grows wild in the Mediterranean area and is useful in cooking.

This is a woody perennial, so it will re-grow each year after planting, and has a sweet fragrance.

The only problem with rosemary is that it really needs a warm and dry climate in which to thrive, and really dislikes cold, wet ground.

Based on this simple fact, you may be wiser to plant rosemary in containers so that this plant can be moved indoors when the weather changes.

5. Prickly bushes - cats will never attempt to squeeze through a prickly hedge, so if you plant perimeter hedging that has prickly leaves or thorns on their stems, you will succeed in keeping cats out of your home vegetable garden.

Some suggestions:

· Hawthorn - may be pruned into a dense hedge that will keep out cats and burglars.

· Wild Rose - forms a dense thicket when pruned into shape.

· Bramble - make sure it is not one of the new thorn less varieties. Brambles are almost impossible for either human or animal to pass with their thorny stems.

· Holly - forms an impenetrable hedge when planted close together.

· Prickly Currant - spreads easily, has thorny stems, and edible fruit.

· Pyracantha - likes sun or partial shade and can grow to form a dense barrier around your garden.

· Berberis - check for height and spread to find the perfect berberis for hedging or space-filling at the edge of your garden.

· Pampas grass - the leaf edges of the pampas grass are razor-sharp and act as a perfect cat deterrent.

· Blackthorn -- the vicious spines are one advantage and are a perfect cat deterrent.

If you don't feel like protecting your home vegetable garden with some of the suggestions mentioned here, plant plenty of catnip - cats are extremely attracted to catmint (catnip) which acts on their central nervous system like a feel-good drug, and then may become so mesmerized by this plant that they forget to go and dig up your seedlings.

Cat repellent plants work best as barriers to not allow cats in, but unfortunately the most determined cat will get past all barriers no matter what!

If you would like to deter cats away from a tree that may have a bird's nest in it, use citrus peel on the ground around the base of the tree - this works as my own cats have proven!

It may sound strange, but no matter how much you love your cats, you really don't want them in your home gardening plot. Are you willing to take action to keep cats out of your home vegetable garden?

Keeping Cats Out of the Garden - Cat Repellent Plants

Plant Growth Stages - How Plants Grow

Plant growth stages mirror other living things with a beginning, reproductive, and ending stage, except some plants have an additional dormant stage. The terms for these stages are: Vegetative, Reproductive, Senescence, and Dormancy.

Starting with the seed, a plant seed is similar to a fertilized egg. It contains a food store for the new plant life, and a protective outer shell. In the first stage of plant growth, the Vegetative stage, the seedling absorbs moisture and nutrients from the inner food store inside the seed. When the plant has absorbed the seed foods and starts growing the root stem, and shoot that becomes leaves, it penetrates the seed's protective wall and begins growth. The root grows down into the warm moist earth, while the shoot rises upwards towards the sunlight and warm air. Upon emergence, leaves unfold and the roots continue to grow and spread. This continues until the plant seedling is fully developed with extensive roots, root hairs and leaves. The roots and leaves absorb moisture and nutrients from soil, water, and air.

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The next of the plant growth stages would be a Reproductive stage. At this point, when the seedling has matured, it will produce a flower that has either male or female parts, or both. The flower contains pollen, which is then transferred to the egg part of the flower and a transformation into new seeds, or pods containing seeds, begins to grow to maturity. The pollination can occur with the help of wind, vibrations, insects like bees, and animals. Or, humans can artificially breed and cross breed plants through pollination efforts or splicing branches to other plants. The benefit to pollination of seeds is that gene diversity can occur, which may help survival.

A third growth stage occurs after new seeds or pods have been produced and spread to make new plant life. This would be Senescence, or old age in plants. This can be seen in the fall as the leaves on certain deciduous trees change color before dropping off. Plants show deterioration similar to other organisms in old age, such as damage from free radicals and telomere shortening.

Another growth stage that is different than Senescence is the Dormancy stage. In Dormancy, the plant goes into a state of hibernation, allowing it to survive intense winter weather and revive in the springtime with new growth, without going through a seed stage. This is easily seen in trees, that drop leaves in the fall, and the sap runs up, then the tree remains in a dormant stage until new buds come out in the warmer spring weather, to run the entire cycle year after year until the tree eventually dies. Dormancy can give plants an edge because they can build on prior year's growth instead of starting over from seed. This gives them a competitive edge in competition for sunlight and soil, as they are bigger.

Plant growth stages are similar to growth and deterioration of other organisms, all part of the chain of life.

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Natural Mosquito Repellents - Mosquito Repellent Plants

Natural Mosquito Repellents

No one likes getting bitten by mosquitoes. It is a problem that many people face, especially in the summer months. Mosquito bites are itchy, annoying and can even carry diseases. Many gardeners and outdoor enthusiasts are often overrun by mosquitoes and look for solutions to this growing problem. While people do use commercial products and other mosquito repellents, many are looking for alternative solutions to their mosquito problems.

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The problem with commercial mosquito repellents is that they may be harmful to children or to the environment. Spray on mosquito repellents can be uncomfortable and leave your skin feeling nasty. Mosquito torches don't really seem to work that well and other products can be really expensive to keep buying over time. These are common reasons as to why many people are turning to a more natural solution to keep mosquitoes at bay.

The first step to reducing the amount of mosquitoes that you have to deal with is to figure out why the mosquitoes are attracted in the first place. The number one thing that can attract mosquitoes is stagnant water. It is vital that there is no stagnant or sitting water around for mosquitoes to breed in. Once you have verified that there is no stagnant water you can move on to the next step, keeping the mosquitoes away.

How to Keep Mosquitoes Away

What a lot of people may not know is that there are certain plants that can't actually help keep mosquitoes away. This means you can keep them in your garden and have a natural and effective way to combat mosquitoes when needed. The way these plants work is through the compounds that can be found in them. These compounds need to be released for the plants to work and they can be released in a few ways. These include crushing, drying and infusing. After releasing the compounds in the plants you can then start utilizing them for mosquito repellent in the house, on the skin or on clothing.

What are the Best Mosquito Repellent Plants?

Although many plants have the ability to repel mosquitoes I am going to list the best and easiest ones to grow for yourself at home.

Citronella is the most popular mosquito repellent plant and is in many commercial products. It works very much like a candle repellent would. After applying citronella it will mask the scent of other attractants to mosquitoes and effectively "hide" you from them.

Horsement is a great option if you live in Texas or surrounding areas. It works much like citronella because it has a strong scent that will cover attractants of mosquitoes. The reason that it is great for Texas is because it is fast growing and extremely resistant to drought. It can easily grow in dry and sandy areas.

Catnip is universally known as a plant for cats. However, the plant also doubles as a very handy mosquito repellent. It is easily grown and does not take much work to get it growing. Studies have been conducted that show that catnip is up to 10 times more effective at repelling mosquitoes than store bought products.

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Poisonous Plants And Dogs

It is always a shock when pet owners come home to find their dog sick and their favorite houseplants chewed to pieces. There are many safe plants that can be kept with dogs but there are some vary common houseplants and even outdoor plants that are extremely poisonous and potentially be lethal to dogs.

Understanding which houseplants should not be kept in the house or within reach of your dog is important. The following is a list of the most common houseplants that are toxic. Remember to check any plant with the nursery or with your vet to make sure that they are not poisonous:

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· Most Philodendrons

· Chinese Evergreens

· Cordatum

· Corn Plant

· Devil's Ivy

· Golden Pothos

· Marble Queen

· Peace Lily

· Nephthytis

· Most Dracaena

· Taro vine

There are also many bulbs that are stored over the winter in houses that are poisonous if consumed by a dog or even used as a fun toy. These include most the garden bulbs such as lily varieties, tulips, elephant ears, gladiolas, hyacinth, iris, crocus and amaryllis bulbs. Lily of the Valley is very toxic both as a bulb and as a plant.

Common garden plants that are found both inside and outside that are potentially deadly to dogs include Dieffenbachia, Foxglove, Morning glory, Nightshade, Onions, Tomato plants and most of the varieties of ivy.

Shrubs in the garden or the yard can also be problematic. Trees and shrubs such as:

· Avocado

· Yew

· Macadamia Nut

· Schefflera

· Bamboo

· Oleander

· Mistletoe

· Yucca

· Sago Palm

Many pet owners don't realize that Aloe Vera can potentially be poisonous to dogs if consumed in large quantities. There are many other species of plants that can cause allergic reactions, rashes and skin and mouth lesions in dogs if the animal is exposed to the plants at certain times in the plants growth. Often the either the leaves, flower or bark is poisonous but perhaps not all three. For example, grape vines themselves are not poisonous to dogs but the grapes can be extremely toxic.

Safety Tips

Take some time to research the various houseplants and garden plants that your dogs may potentially be exposed to. It is not always necessary to completely remove the plants; rather they may just need to be placed above the dog's reach. Puppies are more prone to chewing and mouthing items than are most mature dogs, so by monitoring how your dog behaves around your house and garden plants you can predict if you will have to remove the plants or if the dog will not bother them. Remember, however, that even dogs that don't chew or play with plants may decide to do so at some time, so it is usually best to try to keep these plants out of the areas of the yard or house that the dog has access too when unsupervised.

If you believe that your dog has ingested a poisonous plant, or any type of plant, and is exhibiting signs of pain, nervous problems, salivating, drooling, vomiting or diarrhea immediately contact your vet and have the dog examined. Be sure to bring the plant in with you to help the vet identify the poison that was consumed.

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The 7 Worst Plants If You Have Kids Or Pets

There are certain plants you just don't want to mess with. It is not worth the risk if you have pets or kids in your yard or home. Here is a list of poisonous plants that I would not feel safe with my kids and pets being around.

1. Rosary Pea is arguably the most poisonous plant known to man. It's scientific name is abrus precatorius. The seed is where the poison is located in the plant. This plant is a vine and can look woody at the base of the plant. This plant is naturally found in tropical locations, but like most plants can thrive in a kitchen window garden.

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2. Azalea. All parts of the azalea plant are poisonous, although rarely fatal. Symptoms can be nausea, vomiting, and breathing problems. This is a very popular plant throughout the U.S. and I would guess that most people do not know how dangerous it can be to pets and children. My neighbor planted an azalea and was shocked when I told him how toxic they are to those who are in the habit of stuffing their mouths with plant material.

3. Angel's Trumpet. This is also called brugmansia. All parts of this shrub or small tree contain enough poison to be lethal if ingested. Kids and pets have been known to chew on parts of this plant. Contact with the eyes can cause issues as well. Some counties have outlawed the plant altogether.

4. Daffodil. The bulbs of a daffodil are poisonous, to the point of being fatal. Ingesting the stems or leaves can cause nausea and a host of other problems including headache and blurred vision. Handling daffodils can cause extreme dryness and scaling of the hands.

5. Foxglove. Every part of this plant is poisonous causing heart and digestive trouble to the point of death. This popular herbaceous shrub, also called digitalis, is native to Europe, Asia, and Northwest Africa. It made its way to the U.S. where it continues to reek havoc.

6. Holly. This holiday favorite can add diarrhea and vomiting to your wintertime fun. Holly is a tree or shrub that can grow up to 25 feet tall. Some species are deciduous and others evergreen. It is the berry of the plant that is toxic to people, although some species of birds thrive on them. So in summary, if you like birds more than people, grow a lot of holly.

7. Lilies. Most lilies are poisonous, with cats feeling the most pain, although human ingestion can cause serious renal failure. I don't understand the hypnotic draw of cats and kids, but keep the lilies out of your yard if you have either. Some owners of annoying cats have reported their neighbors lining the perimeter of their properties with lilies soaked in catnip.

The 7 Worst Plants If You Have Kids Or Pets

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Indoor seed starting update: 2 weeks later So we are 2 weeks out from planting our seeds and will soon transfer these seedlings into the larger raised garden beds outside. For now all the plants are doing great and have all germinated and grown into very healthy looking herbs and vegetables. I plan on transplanting the tomatoes into cardboard toilet paper rolls as to let the stem of the tomato plants grow more roots - (the stem of a tomato will grow roots if you bury it, which make them stronger plants.) I plan on starting more seeds indoors about 2 weeks after planting these for successive crops. I will do this three times, which should let us eat well over a longer period of time.

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Time Lapse Plants

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This is a jiffy seed starter, and one week compressed to 4 minutes. 7 different plants (lupines, snapdragons, catnip, red onions and some I've forgotten). Toward the middle rows I had issues keeping the seed count down - as you can see with the smaller plants. I'm curious how many will live to see next year. blog is here: www.babyspittle.com

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How do I stop my cats eat my plants?

It's never fun to wake up the plants home with huge bites taken from them. Your cat is doing it because he hates, but does not understand what you want!

The easiest way to solve this problem is to put the cat with an investment of their own. I do not think the cat goes to water and care for them, but if it takes a little 'more to chew on as lilac, is certainly still do that instead.

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Cats are very specialabout their diet, as we all know. Ever wonder why cats go out and eat some 'grass, only to throw back at all? They're not stupid, it's his way of giving the necessary vitamins. It so happens that they can not handle the rest, so it goes ... well, on the carpet.

The best thing you can do, both for your carpets and your plants to purchase up to a certain Dactylis glomerata, or catnip. It offers a variety of important vitamins and minerals, areRequirement for the health of your cats, and to prevent the destruction of your plants. Cats do not need a massive uptake of plants, but if they are not always there, will certainly try your attack or going out for their nutrients.

It 'important to see your cat when he eats the grass. For some cats, can cause vomiting. This does not mean that a bad thing for the cat, because a lot of what they throw her hair down in the stomach, can reduce hairballsProblems.

How do I stop my cats eat my plants?

Thousand Strawberry plants

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First garden update: strawberry patch, 21x17.5 feet, planning to build a walk-in cover for it for bird netting. Last year's patch produced about 20 pounds of strawberries, and a thousand strawberry plants, and the resulting new patch could yield 100 pounds next year, and several thousand runners! This year it felt like I was holding back on eating the strawberries, and they are sooooo gooooood!, so it will be interesting to see what happens with several times the strawberries! TIP: if you want a thousand strawberry runners, don't clip them, set them when you see them, and leave them attached to the mother plants, also, don't accidentally uproot them by the runners. Catnip plants will protect strawberry plants and their runners through the summer heat and the winter cold. Unfortunately, catnip will also tend to take over the strawberry patch, unless you have an army of cats to keep them in check. If you have no strawberry plants, growing strawberries from seed works, just collect the extra pieces you get from trimming and culling the fruits, mix them with the top inch of soil in a planter or in the garden. Collect the pieces with a paper towel, and soak off the seeds in a bucket of water, and pour into plant potters. It is possible to get different varieties doing this, if you have a hybrid. (I only did this with strawberries grown in my garden, but it may work with store strawberries) It will take a year for the plants to develop, and even the young plants can survive out ...

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