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Growing juicy, crisp cucumbers is a satisfying experience for any gardener. However, that enjoyment can quickly turn to dismay once powdery mildew sets in. This common fungal disease appears as white powdery spots on leaves and stems that eventually engulf the entire plant. While powdery mildew rarely kills cucumber plants outright, it can significantly reduce … Read more
With its clusters of showy pink and white flowers, mountain laurel (Kalmia latifolia) is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful flowering shrubs in North America. However behind its visual appeal lies a dark secret – all parts of this plant are highly poisonous. Even just touching the mountain laurel may cause harmful effects in humans. … Read more
With their gracefully arching branches, dense evergreen foliage, and attractive red berries, English yew trees make a striking addition to any landscape Their versatility and hardy nature also make them quite easy to incorporate into a variety of garden designs If you’re thinking of purchasing an English yew for your yard, here is a comprehensive … Read more
Tall grasses can make stunning additions to landscaping, providing unique texture, graceful movement, and autumn interest With the right choices, they are also low maintenance, drought tolerant, and stand up well to both summer heat and winter cold Read on for 15 creative ways to incorporate eye-catching tall grasses into your yard. Provide Privacy with … Read more
These fun facts about spring are the perfect way to learn about the season of new beginnings. There are a lot of changes in the spring. Plants grow, the weather gets warmer, and pollen starts to act up. Have you learned anything else about this bright and beautiful season? Fun spring facts for kids are … Read more
Begonias are a huge group of plants that include houseplants and garden flowers. I’m a gardener, and while I like the weird and wonderful leaves that begonias grow on collectors’ and plant lovers’ homes, I love begonias in the garden. The flowers, the foliage, the drama, they rule the shade. Begonias are also surprisingly easy … Read more
This is a real conversation between an iCliniq user and a doctor that was looked over and made public as a Premium Q I am 24 years old, weigh 123 lbs, and am 5 foot, 3 inches tall. I have been having a strange menthol-minty taste at the back of my throat and chest. I … Read more
The Best Vases for Displaying Your Lucky Bamboo PlantAs a proud owner of a lucky bamboo plant, finding the perfect vase to display it in is an important decision. The vase not only holds the plant, but it becomes part of the overall design aesthetic. With so many options to choose from, it can be … Read more
A lot of my time spent in maintaining my summer garden is spent in deadheading. I’m always looking for plants that don’t need their dead flowers removed to put in my garden beds. Some plants, like daylilies, are very easy to deadhead. Their blooms are soft and come away from the plant stem easily. Others … Read more
I studied agricultural sciences and have always preferred spending my free time outdoors. Besides being interested in farming and gardening, I love taking pictures and almost never leave the house without my camera. I can usually find a great picture that shows the beauty of nature, whether it’s a landscape, a flower, or a wild … Read more