Tree Care

It is a fast-growing source of wood, its oil can be used for cleaning and functions as a natural insecticide, and it is sometimes used to drain swamps and thereby reduce malaria risk (Good tree for draining as they use/need a lot of water)

Bay laurel trees can live for several decades, typically around 40-50 years, depending on growing conditions and care. Under optimal conditions, they have been known to live even longer, up to 100 years or more.

Softwoods are typically produced by coniferous trees, such as pine, fir, spruce, and cedar. These trees have needle-like or scale-like leaves and bear cones that contain their seeds. Softwood is often used for construction, furniture, and paper production due to its straight grain and ability to grow quickly.

Yes, tree sap is soluble in water to some extent. When dissolved in water, tree sap creates a sticky solution that can be used for various purposes like making maple syrup or other natural products.

To get rid of drooping palm fronds, you should prune the affected fronds by cutting them off with clean and sharp pruning shears. Make sure to only remove the dead or damaged fronds, as cutting healthy fronds can harm the palm tree. Additionally, ensure the palm tree is receiving proper care including adequate water, sunlight, and nutrients to prevent future drooping.

How long does a flowering crabapple tree live?

The stem connects the leaves to the rest of the plant by providing support and transporting water, nutrients, and sugars between the roots and leaves through the vascular system. This allows for the exchange of gases, such as carbon dioxide and oxygen, that are essential for photosynthesis and respiration to occur.

A botanist who focuses on the natural history of trees is called a dendrologist. This field of study involves identifying, classifying, and studying the behavior and ecology of trees.

Some common trees that grow in China include bamboo, pine, cypress, maple, and oak. China's diverse climate and geography create ideal conditions for a wide variety of tree species to thrive. Bamboo, in particular, is a significant plant in China, known for its versatility and extensive use in everyday life.

Canopy architecture refers to the overall structure of a tree's crown, including its shape, size, density, and arrangement of branches and leaves. It plays a key role in determining how effectively a tree can capture sunlight, exchange gases with the atmosphere, and regulate its internal environment for growth and survival. Different tree species exhibit a wide range of canopy architectures that are adapted to their specific ecological requirements and environmental conditions.

To germinate piñon or pinyon seeds, you can scarify the seed coat by soaking the seeds in hot water for 24 hours, followed by cold stratification in the refrigerator for a few weeks. Plant the seeds in well-draining soil and keep them moist in a warm, sunny location. Germination usually occurs within 2-3 weeks.

English ivy (Hedera helix) is a popular choice for shaded areas as it grows well in low light conditions. It is a vigorous vine that can thrive in shade and can be easily found at garden centers.

chop it down, spray it with weed killer, strip its bark, uproot it and leave it in the sun to wither and die. why do you want to kill an olive tree though. olives are delicious and oh-so-good for you.

Perhaps you are talking about Russian Olive trees. They are on the noxious weed list in several states including Wyoming. A 4" diameter tree will use 150 gallons of water per day. In dry States where Russian Olive trees line the irrigation ditches, it is a major problem. Cut it down! Spray the stump with a specialty herbicide such as tordon or picloram. Check with your local County extension agent to find recommended herbicides. Pile and burn the slash, (The seeds will not be destroyed by the fire). haul the ashes to a landfill.

The genus of the birch tree is Betula.

The best time to transplant cedars in the mid-south region is typically in late fall or early spring when the weather is mild, and the trees are dormant. This allows the cedars to establish their roots before facing the stresses of summer heat or winter cold. Avoid transplanting during the peak of summer or winter to give the cedars the best chance of success.

Chlorophyll makes leaves green and is located in the cellof the leaf.As light bounces off it it projects the green shades into our eyes and that is what we see

That's a very good question, but I think that trees don't die after a deer rubs on it because it doesn't do anything but rub it. No the tree will not die. The deer rubs its antlers to get the furry stuff off and does very little damage to the tree.

Crude sap originates in the roots of a plant as a water-based solution containing various minerals from the soil. Many organic compounds, including sugars, are added to the solution through photosynthesis. Photosynthesis is a natural chemical process caused by sunlight and the absorption of carbon dioxide through the leaves. Depending on the specific minerals and compounds in the sap, it may or may not stain other materials. Sugar maple sap, for example, is mostly water and can be rinsed out of most materials.

Brown leaves on wax myrtle trees can be caused by overwatering, drought stress, nutrient deficiencies, or disease. It's important to closely inspect the leaves for signs of pests or disease, and adjust watering and nutrient levels accordingly. Pruning any dead or damaged leaves can help the tree recover.

Under the bark of a tree is a layer called the cambium, which is the only living part of the trunk. This layer grows, adding new wood to the tree. A different kind of wood grows during the summer than in the fall. In the summer, the wood grows fast. It tends to be soft and light in color. In the fall, a denser kind of wood grows. This wood is more watertight and prevents the tree from drying out in the winter.

So in many kinds of trees, especially in areas that have harsh winters, each year can be counted with a light area and dark area that go all the way around the tree, forming a ring.

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.

Plants provide the following basic:

Food, fuel (coal, oil as well as wood), drink, shelter, textiles, building materials, heat, medicine etc.

Plants are also essential in extablishing and maintaining adequate oxygen levels for human and animal survival

You could try speaking with your neighbor in a friendly manner and ask if you can prune your side of that tree. Our neighbor behind us had no light coming in her window because of one of are large cedar trees. She paid for a tree pruner to come in and we supervised to be sure the tree wasn't ruined. We were happy and she got her light. You could ask your neighbor to join you in pruning the tree. If your neighbor is giving you problems then go to City Hall and ask for their help and also get to know your property laws in your State.

Prune Gaillardia plants in early spring or late fall by cutting back spent flower stalks and dead foliage to promote new growth. Use clean, sharp shears to cut the stems down to a few inches above the base of the plant. This will help maintain plant health and appearance.

Rhodendrons are evergreen so this means that they carry leaves all the year round. As all leaves have a natural lifespan the shrub will continue to lose leaves 12 months of the year but as long as the amount of new leaves equates or exceeds to the number falling off there is no problem. If the leaf fall is excessive you need to look at things like disease,insect infestation or drought.