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Jerry Sullivan (2109) wrote the following about Acalypha wilkesiana on Nov 20 2010
Jerry Sullivan (2109) wrote the following about Anthurium crystallinum on Nov 20 2010
cherylad (2487) wrote the following about Hibiscus acetosella 'Red Shield' on Nov 15 2010 (Last edit was on Nov 15 2010)
Jewell (5504) wrote the following about Helianthus tuberosus on Oct 17 2010
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cherylad (2487) wrote the following about Myriophyllum aquaticum on Sep 29 2010
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cherylad (2487) wrote the following about Nymphaea 'Lemon Mist' on Sep 28 2010 (Last edit was on Sep 28 2010)
Masket (59) wrote the following about Hoya archboldiana on Sep 25 2010
Masket (59) wrote the following about Cicuta douglasii on Sep 25 2010
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Masket (59) wrote the following about Capsicum chinense on Sep 25 2010 (Last edit was on Sep 25 2010)
jb19012 (126) wrote the following about Pieris japonica on Sep 13 2010
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A native of South Pacific islands this plant has now established itself in Southern Florida And is encroaching on zone 9a in Central Florida
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Jerry Sullivan (2109) wrote the following about Anthurium crystallinum on Nov 20 2010
Dark green heart-shaped leaves accented by silver veins. Leaves are smooth as velvet to the touch. Planting medium should be kept moist at all times but not saturated.
cherylad (2487) wrote the following about Hibiscus acetosella 'Red Shield' on Nov 15 2010 (Last edit was on Nov 15 2010)
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Grown for it's foliage. Will get tall and stalks with get heavy enough to split. It's a good idea to "stake" them up.
Can be kept trimmed back if wanting to keep it in a container. |
Jewell (5504) wrote the following about Helianthus tuberosus on Oct 17 2010
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The tubers of the sunchoke are somewhat potatolike, but sweeter. The carbohydrate present is inulin rather than starch. Some people think the flavor resembles that of artichokes, but I find the flavor of the tuber is its own. Once planted you will have a supply that self propagates. Sunchokes are a native of the Great Plains of the central part of North America.
The crisp sweet crunch of the raw cleaned and chopped tuber can be added to a mixed musclun salad with cranberries and goat cheese and a fruity vinegarette dressing. Yum. |
cherylad (2487) wrote the following about Myriophyllum aquaticum on Sep 29 2010
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This is a great aquatic plant for goldfish fry to hide in and feed off of. The parrot feather is also a great oxygenator. Many aquatic plants for goldfish are consider noxious weeds in many regions and this is one of them. Never allow this plant to get into local waterways.
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cherylad (2487) wrote the following about Nymphaea 'Lemon Mist' on Sep 28 2010 (Last edit was on Sep 28 2010)
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This double-flowering lily has soft-yellow flowers and the leaves are mottled with purple splotches. It produces lots of blooms throughout its long growing season and is very fragrant. The bright green leaves get up to 10 inches across, the flowers, 6 inches.
It's winter hardy. Water depth: 12-24 inches. |
Masket (59) wrote the following about Hoya archboldiana on Sep 25 2010
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Very similar to other Hoyas, tends to grow more slowly. Recognizable by white edges on the leaves.
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Masket (59) wrote the following about Cicuta douglasii on Sep 25 2010
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Highly poisonous, usually lethal plant that grows in wet swampy areas. Contains a yellow, foul smelling sap. Ingesting causes cigarette like stimulation, followed by death.
First symptoms of poisoning usually include seizures. Recovering victims may also suffer amnesia of the event.
First symptoms of poisoning usually include seizures. Recovering victims may also suffer amnesia of the event.
Masket (59) wrote the following about Capsicum chinense on Sep 25 2010 (Last edit was on Sep 25 2010)
One of the hottest peppers in the world. Sought after for both heat and its unique flavor.
The peppers can also be blended and simply mixed in water to make insecticide.
Also, the hotter the temperature while growing, the spicier the peppers will be. This is true of most varieties of chili peppers.
The peppers can also be blended and simply mixed in water to make insecticide.
Also, the hotter the temperature while growing, the spicier the peppers will be. This is true of most varieties of chili peppers.
jb19012 (126) wrote the following about Pieris japonica on Sep 13 2010
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Slow grower with early spring blooms, nice greenery, and an upright, but flowing habit make it an attractive specimen in a shady area.
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