Houseplants

Pheromones are chemical signals that insects, and other animals, release to communicate with each other. Insect-eating plants, like the Venus flytrap, use pheromones to attract prey. These plants release specific scents that mimic those of insects, attracting them to their traps for capture and digestion.

It is a physical change because it is still grass. Nothing new has been made.

It depends on whether you have allergies to molds, pollens, etc., and/or whether the best condition for the plant's health is not the best condition for your own - i.e. cool and damp is the best condition for many tropical plants, but personally I can't stand being cold, and I definitely do not like dampness in my living environment.

Cockleshells dont grow and dont need water. But in a maths question they do grow, therefore someone else needs to answer the question 1. Fill the 7 liter jug 2. Pour 7 litres into 10 liter jug 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2. This leaves 4 liters in the 7 liter jug 4. Pour the 4 liters on the cockleshells 5. Repeat steps 1 through 4

No, because the lamp does not produce the type of light and heat energy like the sun produces and the plant can not perform its photosynthesis which is the process of which the plant grows, and it also depends on what type of plant you have.

yes it does. the less light the seed has will either make the seed take longer to germinate or not germinate at all. Answer it really depends on the type of seed. some seeds like watermelon and tomato coulnd care less about how much light they get while others like lettuce would not germinate in the dark at all. but as a rule of thumb, most seeds prefer to germinate in the dark.

It's not a good idea to use a pot with no holes in it for bonsai. It's easier to drown the plant (or almost any potted plant with no holes in the pot) if it can't drain. The pots for bonsai are traditionally small. That means they have little ability to retain moisture because there isn't as much material to hold it. And this is a critical issue for growers in arid climates. Do a lot of reading on this one before running out and buying a bunch of stuff. The cultivation of bonsai (the "o" is not a short sound but more like the "o" in bone, and the "s" is not a "z" sound) is an ancient practice with a ton of information available to the beginner or novice. Hit the web. Go to a local bookstore (new or used) and skim some stuff. Do yourself and the shop a favor and actually buy something to give you a leg up. Remember that the little guys are not something that can be forgotten for a week at a time. They need tending. Not unlike a lot of pets. Check any local nursery for help. Find out if there is a club or even a single practitioner of the art and craft nearby. Oh, and hook up with a large Oriental (Chinese, Japanese or Viet Namese) variety or food store in your area. They have these wonderful forged snips that are killer effective and modestly priced and come in a couple or three different sizes. Keep them clean and lightly lubricated and use them only for your plant craft. (They're cheap. Buy two so you can have one to cut paper or ribbon.) Good luck.

Coleus cannot tolerate the cold weather, and so unfortunately if its too cold it will die, however if you want the plant to come back next spring, you can take 2 inch cuttings of the plant, making sure to take from the centre of the plant, not offshoots, then prune the bottom couple of leaves so you have at least 1 inch in the soil without leaves, you could also try putting in a glass of water as coleus will root in this also. Answer Sounds as if your coleus might have mildew.

There are a lot of different types of fertilizer, because different plants need different types of nutrients.

Most but not all fertilizers contain nitrogen. Nitrogen-rich fertilizer comes mainly from animal urine and feces. Fish-based fertilizers also contain a lot of nitrogen and other valuable nutrients for plants. Nitrogen helps to keep a plant green.

Some fertilizers have phosphorous. Phosphorous type fertilizer comes from ground-up animal bones from slaughterhouses.

Iron-rich fertilizer may have dried animal blood that came from slaughterhouses. Iron is used for plants when there is an abnormal yellowing in the foliage (a sure sign of iron deficiency in plants).

Fertilizers help plants because they replace the nutrients in the soil that the plant has already taken out and used.

Somtimes they use animal poo.

Oh my God. I am taking biology and the lab has these post lab questions and in page 129 has the very same question you are asking. What a coincidence that we are both trying to answer this specific question. You must have the same book. At first i tought you might be from my college but that would be too much coincidence. (UPR Carolina por si acaso :) Anyway, I think the plant would not absorb the red and blue colors it needs ,because they don't absorb green, so is useless, i think they would die. That's what I'm going to write. I don't really know if it's ok but at least is something. Hope it helps classmate.

Try filling a spray bottle with water mixed with washing up liquid and spraying on the plant. Should shift the little blighters without harming the plant. You will maybe need to do this 2 or 3 times if it is a heavy infestation.

To restart a Massangeana or corn plant with few leaves at the top and a tall stem, you can prune the stem back to encourage new growth from the base. Make a clean cut just above a node (where the leaves emerge) using sharp, clean scissors. Place the plant in a bright room away from direct sunlight and keep the soil moist but not waterlogged to promote new growth.

A typical dogwood blossom has four large petals that are usually white or pink in color.

It is a grass like plant with long slender leaves, sometimes all green sometimes green with white stripes. It will shoot out a long strong "stem" that flowers and will have a tiny little replica of itself hanging like a lantern. You can pluck this off and set it in water where it will root, and then when it does, you can plant it and another spider plant will grow. Sometimes these plants are called airplane plants. These plants grow well for anyone and can take a lot of abuse. They do need repotted occasionally. They let you know when they need rewatered, because they appear droopy.

A good plant to experiment with to try to grow faster under direct light is a sun-loving plant like a succulent or cactus. These plants are adapted to thrive in bright sunlight and can show visible growth when given the right conditions. Just be careful not to expose them to too much direct light, as it can lead to sunburn.

I was chatting with an Egyptian relative of mine yesterday. He told me a new phenomenon has been sweeping Egypt for the last 6 years. It is called "breeding money" using magic. Now, understand that a lot of people in "those" countries believe in magic, voodoo, sorcelery and other underground forces and influences. Magic was cited in the holy book Qoran and it is widely respected and practiced. Well... having been raised in a Western society that doesn't believe in super-natural phenomenon, I mocked my relative and laughed at his ideas and at his mere suggetsion that you can make money breed using magic. I said: "let's put a 20-Dollar bill with a 5-Dollar bill on the bed, under the bed sheets and let them spend the night". "Will the 5-Dllar bill become pregnant" or "do they need more than one night", I said jokingly. Not to be out-witted, he replied: "you also need to put a Viagra bill with them under the blanket" :) :) Truth be told, I found the subject to be greatly amusing and I could not believe my relative - an otherwise smart and educated person - would take the idea of "money breeding" seriously. Yet... he seemed to be offended I was making fun of the whole idea. Morale of the story.... money trees do exist... at least in Egyptian minds.

Most plants will not grow well when watered with soda, as the sugar and acidity in the drink can harm the plant's roots and disrupt its ability to absorb nutrients from the soil. Water is the best option for healthy plant growth as it provides essential hydration without any negative effects.

Plants do not actively seek out light by navigating through a maze. However, they will exhibit phototropism by growing towards a light source. This is a growth response where plants grow towards or away from light to optimize photosynthesis.

Yes, human hair can affect the growth of plants. It can be used in compositing. When it is placed in the soil of the plant, it can also decay and release nitrogen to help the plant grow healthy.

Bean seeds may grow faster in a larger pot with more space as it allows for better root development and more access to nutrients and water. In a small pot with limited space, the roots may become crowded and inhibit growth.

You can use plant feed spikes or slow-release fertilizers that can provide nutrients to your indoor plants over an extended period while you are away. Alternatively, you can ask a friend or neighbor to water your plants and feed them according to the instructions while you are out of town. Another option is to invest in self-watering systems that can help keep your plants hydrated and nourished in your absence.

Tap water typically contains minerals and nutrients that are good for plants. Bottled water has these filtered out before it is sold and city water contains chlorine (for example) to help kill bacteria which is harmful for plants.

The "tap water" differs in different parts of the world. Countries in tropical areas have chlorine (and sometimes fluorine) added to it to kill and control bacterial (and fungal) growth. These elements in high concentrations can have detrimental results to plant growth and seed germination

Think practically. About 99.9% of all indoor plants IN THE WORLD are watered with tap water; about 90% of all domestic gardens and landscapes are watered with water that originates basically from a tap.

Holly bush leaves and stems covered with a black velvety substance has sooty mold. You can get rid of it by pruning your bush to ensure that it gets enough sunlight. You then have to wash away the sooty mold. You can do this with a gallon of water that has a spoonful of dish soap added to it. Once you have cleaned the leaves, and stems, rinse the plant with the garden hose.

Yes, you can leave plants in pots while gardening. This can be beneficial for plants that thrive in containers or for temporary arrangements. However, make sure to periodically check the health of the plants, ensure they have sufficient nutrients and water, and consider repotting as needed.

One of the arum plants most commonly referred to is the Calla lily, but there are many different types. See the web link to the left.