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Micky
2017年05月22日
Micky
Care and growing castor beans is simple and easy. Learn how to grow castor oil plant in this article. Castor, botanically known as Ricinus communis, is a herbaceous perennial plant. It can be grown as an annual or perennial, depending on the weather.
USDA Zones — 9 – 11 Propagation Method — Seeds, cuttings Difficulty — Easy Soil Type — Neutral Other names — Castor oil plant, wonder tree, arandi, kege, amanakku, chittamankku, ricin, castorbean, erand, eranda, gandharva hasta, graine de ricin, tangantangan Oil Plant Native to Eastern Africa and India, the castor plant is world’s most poisonous plant. Still it is grown for various medicinal purposes and as an ornamental plant. It has large attractive foliage, star-shaped thorns and red seed capsules. Planting a castor plant is a great way to add some low-cost tropical touch to your home landscape but you should be aware if you’ve children or pets. You can grow this plant as an annual in the Department of Agriculture (USDA) hardiness zones plant 2 – 9 and as perennial in USDA Zone 9b and above. The plant grows rapidly, achieving height of six feet or more in just three months and reaches a maximum height of up to 12 m and is a very invasive plant in places where it is native of Conditions for Growing Castor Beans Castor plant grows quickly and as it is native to tropics, it needs heat and warm temperature to grow, the optimal cultivation temperature is 77 – 86 F (25 – 30 ° C) with a good amount of light. It is also possible to grow castor oil plant in coastal areas. Propagation Growing castor beans plant is possible by seeds. Soak castor seeds in a glass of water for 24 hours before planting. Use filtered or purified water instead of tap water. Planting Castor Beans Sow castor seeds 1 inches deep and space the seeds at least 3 feet away. Keep the soil moist and transplant them to bigger pot or in the garden when the two real leaves emerge. In the garden, space castor plants 3 feet apart. Add some well-rotted compost in the planting hole. For growing castor beans in a pot, choose a large container and use potting mix or make it yourself by mixing equal parts of soil, perlite, peat and compost. Requirements for Growing Castor BeansSoil The soil has to be rich in organic substance and must be well drained much as it does not tolerate water logging. Castor plant is quite adaptable to many types of soil. Sun Castor loves the sun but needs to be sheltered from the prevailing winds because of its height. Watering Castor plant prefers the soil to be always slightly moist. In winter, reduce watering and let the soil to dry out between watering spells. Castor Oil Plant CareFertilizer Fertilize the castor plant once a month with an all-purpose fertilizer. Spread a layer of an inch of aged manure or compost around the base of plant when the buds begin to emerge. Pruning Pruning is not necessary for castor plant. Harvesting Select the bean pods as they begin to dry on the plant. Either remove the castor plants from the garden with pods or leave them if growing as perennial. Wear garden gloves, long-sleeved shirt and long pants during harvesting castor beans and disposal of plants. Pests and Diseases
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2017年05月22日
Micky
Whether you’re growing sassafras tree or not, read these sassafras tree facts. Sassafras tree grows in the United States and in south of Mexico. In the northern US, the tree grows up to only 7 to 9 m. high, but can grow as tall as 30 m. (100 feet) high in the south. Its shredded leaves and bark exude lemony scent. Fuzzy, yellow-green leaves, flowers, bark and roots have many medicinal and culinary uses. Read more sassafras tree facts below.
Polymorphic leave Polymorphic is a botanical term used to describe the leaves of trees such as sassafras. This means that on a tree, even on a branch, leaves of different shapes exist. Sassafras tree leaves often grow in three shapes: three-lobed, mitten-shaped and elliptical or egg-shaped. Most of the time there are just three lobes on the leaves, but up to seven are possible. Size and color Sassafras tree leaves are not particularly large, measuring between 3 and 7 inches long and up to 4 inches wide. The upper surface of the sassafras leaves is of bright green color, but the lower part of the leaves is considerably less bright, with an almost white appearance. Fall colors of sassafras leaves are a major asset for the tree as a landscaping tool. Often spectacular, the leaves turn purple, orange, yellow and red. When sassafras leaves are crushed or rubbed, they emit a pungent aroma. The petiole from where leaf attaches to the branch on a sassafras tree is long and thin. Attractive to wildlife Sassafras tree is also attractive for many wild creatures. Butterfly caterpillars and deer likes to eat its leaves. In winter rabbits considers sassafras bark a delicious treat. Fruits are eaten by many birds, including: Great Crested Flycatchers, Wild Turkey, Pileated Woodpeckers, Flickers, and Northern Mockingbirds. Small mammals also eat the fruit. More Sassafras Tree Facts Sassafras trees are known to repel mosquitoes and other insects. The tree is designated as an ornamental tree because of its strange shaped leaves. The rich flavor from sassafras roots have also been put in soups and stews for an unusual extra flavor. The roots and bark of the sassafras tree was used to make oil. Some soaps, lotions and flavors of medicine have been adding this tree oil for an unusual, perhaps somewhat exotic, smell or taste. Also Read: How to grow sassafras
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Micky
2017年05月22日
Micky
Learn how to grow datura. Growing datura is easy and this medicinal herb doesn’t require any special care or attention.
Flowering: Summer to late fall Flower color: White, pink, yellow, purple Exposure: Full Sun Soil pH: Neutral Height: 30 cm to 1.5 m Plant type: Flower, Medicinal Herb Type of foliage: deciduous USDA Hardiness Zones: 9 – 11 Propagation Method: Seed sowing, cuttings Toxicity: All parts of the plant are toxic, its ingestion leads to a delirium or hallucinatory feeling for several hours Species and Varieties: The genus includes about twenty species. Datura stramonium, the Jimsonweed is often considered a weed and is one of the most poisonous plants in Solanaceae family. Other Names— Jimson weed, Devil’s snare, thornapple, moon flower, hell’s bells, devil’s trumpet, devil’s weed, tolguacha, Jamestown weed, stinkweed, locoweed, pricklyburr, and devil’s cucumber The plant is recognizable by its large leaves of 20 cm, dark green with jagged edges. It has a bushier growth and the plant usually grow 60 cm high but it can grow up to nearly 1.5 m. The flowers are bright colored and appear in late summer. Followed by fruits that come in the size of a small apricot, covered with long needle like thorns. Growing Datura
Growing datura is extremely easy. Just plant it in full sun in well-drained soil. Soil Humus-rich, well drained and calcareous soil is required for growing datura. However, it tolerates a variety of soil types. Watering Water your datura up regularly when it is establishing. Once matured, it doesn’t require watering as it seeks water deeply into the soil with the help of its long taproot. Invasiveness This plant is considered a weed. It can easily become invasive if grown in favorable conditions. Pests and Diseases The plant doesn’t bother by pests and diseases much. Still, spider mites, whiteflies, and mealybugs may attack it. Uses and Effects Datura stramonium contains powerful alkaloids. The plant if ingested can cause hallucinations, tachycardia, muscle weakness, and amnesia.
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2017年05月22日
Micky
Learn how to grow timothy hay, growing timothy hay is easy but requires a few basic conditions which you can read below. USDA Zones — 3-9 Difficulty — Easy Other names — Herd grass, Herd’s grass, Meadow cat’s-tail, Phleum pratense, Timothy, Timothy grass, Meadow cat’s-tail and common cat’s tail.
Timothy (Phleum pratense) is a perennial grass that grows of itself in some places, especially in the north, in the east and on the mountains. The leaves of timothy grass are quite pale green. Young leaves are rolled into the sleeve and then they grow in spirals. The base of the plant is often bulged and bulbous. Timothy grass is generally used as hay to feed horses and that’s why is it also called Timothy hay. Apart from being used as hay it also produces a durable and attractive lawn. Growing timothy hay is relatively an easier task. How to Grow Timothy HayPropagation and Planting Timothy GrassPrepare a place to sow seeds. Remove all weeds from the planting site with a hoe.Sprinkle the seeds on the planting site. The seeds must cover about one half of the total surface area of ​​the soil.Rake to incorporate the planting site of the seeds in the soil. Sow the seeds no more than 1/2 inches deep.Slowly moisten the soil and keep it moist until the seeds germinate.For growing timothy hay, sow seeds in spring or late summer, you can also plant seeds in early fall.Requirements for Growing Timothy HayLocation Timothy hay growing should be done on a flat area that receives partial shade. This cool season grass is undemanding and doesn’t require any special care. Soil Timothy grass grows well in both sandy or clay rich soil. It tolerates the wet conditions and thrives in slightly dry state for a short time too. Watering Keep the soil moist all the time. For growing timothy hay, regular watering is required as the plant has shallow roots that are not able to provide water under the surface of the soil, so even a short drought period can be detrimental for plant. Timothy Hay Care The timothy hay field should not be trampled on during drought periods because the grass has very shallow and fine roots that are sensitive at these times. Fertilizer Feed it with fertilizer rich in nitrogen in spring and again after harvesting. If you’re growing timothy hay with legumes, skip the nitrogen fertilizer. For accuracy in fertilization soil testing is recommended. Harvesting
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Micky
2017年05月22日
Micky
Planting blue spruce tree is rewarding, it is an attractive native American conifer, read below to know more about blue spruce care and growing.
Colorado Blue Spruce (Picea pungens) is an attractive native American conifer. This extremely rustic silvery blue tree reaches height of 9 – 21 m (30-70 ft) in its region of origin. Beautiful bluish green color, accentuated by the sharply pointed foliage makes it a perfect conifer for open landscapes and large backyards. Dwarf forms of blue spruce are also available that reaches only between 1.5 to 4.5 m (5-15 ft) tall and are suitable for small gardens, patios and terrace. Colorado blue spruce is a pyramidal conifer that grows slowly. Its persistent and fragrant needle like bluish green foliage are densely distributed around the reddish gray twigs. These needles are stiff and sharp. USDA Hardiness Zones — 3 – 8 Difficulty — Easy Other Names — Blue spruce, Green spruce, White spruce, Colorado spruce or Colorado blue spruce and Picea pungens. Propagation and Planting Blue Spruce Blue spruce is propagated usually from cuttings, grafting and seeds. Blue spruce cuttings are collected, preferably in the morning from vigorous branches. These cuttings should be dipped in rooting hormone before planting in containers in a mixture of peat and sand. After planting keep the cuttings on a bright spot and keep the substrate moist. Blue cuttings take a long time to show signs of growth and you must wait several months and the success rate is also poor. once the cuttings shows growth, plant them in right place. Air layering of blue spruce tree is also possible. Only mature blue spruce trees produce the crop of corns, after the plant reaches the age of 20. These cones drop their seeds in spring. Blue spruce seeds requires a large period of light to germinate: 14 to 16 hours per day. If the length of light falls below 12 hours a day, they become dormant.Seedling Growth of blue spruce is also very slow and you need to be patient. If you are planting blue spruce tree, our recommendation is to buy a plant from nursery so that you’ll not have to wait that much long. Position Planting blue spruce tree on a location in moist soil with full sun to light shade is optimal. However, blue spruce trees can tolerate less than perfect conditions but growing them in a heavily polluted area can affect the blue color coating of the needles. Blue Spruce Care
Blue spruce tree care involves a few requirements and slight maintenance to keep it healthy and vigorous. Soil Soil should be well drained and rich in organic matter. You can add compost while planting. It is also required to keep the soil slightly moist when plant is young as mature trees can tolerate dry soil. Fertilizer Conifer fertilizer is expensive (like 30-15-15 with minor elements) but very effective especially if your soil is sandy. These fertilizers will give all the nutrients and help the tree growing vigorously with a nice look and much denser foliage. Water Regular watering is required for young plant. Once established watering must be abundant but infrequent only during the dry spells. All conifers require significant water supply in the fall before frost to accumulate reserves, this will allow them to withstand the sun’s rays in March when plants still have their feet in the gel, causing called spring burn. Weeds Planting area around the blue should be kept clean and weed free, especially when plant is not well established. A good thick cedar mulch or of other organic matter is sufficient to prevent annual weeds. Pruning Do not prune these trees. They do best when their branches are allowed to grow all the way to the ground. Pests and Diseases
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Micky
2017年05月22日
Micky
Learn how to plant thuja, it’s one of the fast growing privacy trees you’d like to plant in your garden. Thuja is a small genus belonging to the group of conifers and to the family of Cupressaceae. It is native to North America and Asia. It has a columnar habit and flattened branches. Some of its varieties can reach up to 200 feet tall in favorable climate.
USDA Zones — 3 – 11 Propagation Method — Seeds, vegetative propagation Difficulty — Easy Soil pH — 6 – 8 Varieties and How to Plant Thuja There are three species most widespread: Thuja green giant, which is a hybrid of thuja plicata and Thuja standishii– the most popular cultivar that reaches height of 18 to 25 m and has very rapid growth and ornamental use. The tops of its branches are solid to the touch and its foliage are mildly fragrant. Thuja occidentalis, also called as white cedar is famous for its amazing ornamental foliage. It’s a beautiful small tree that gives rustic appearance. It grows between to 10 to 20 meters high. Thuja plicata is also referred as giant or western arborvitae. It grows up to amazing height of 55 to 60 m (180 to 200 ft). Propagation It can be propagated from seeds, cuttings and air layering. Propagate in summer using fresh cuttings. Position for Growing Arborvitae Thuja grows easily in both full sun and partial shade. However, exposure to cold harsh winds can be damaging to young plants. RequirementsSoil Thuja grows in most soil types. But the best soil for it is fertile soil that has ability to retain moisture. It also tolerates very chalky soils. Watering Water thuja deeply. Soil around it should be kept moist and covered, constantly, from a mulch of organic material. Fertilizer It needs regular fertilization to grow fast. Feed it with balanced liquid fertilizer in the beginning of growing season to kick start the growth. Thuja CarePruning It doesn’t require pruning as it naturally grows in columnar shape. Although if you are growing this for hedge prune regularly to maintain shape. It can tolerate excessive pruning without any problem. Pests and Diseases
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Micky
2017年05月22日
Micky
Gigantic, exotic and gargantuan, baobab tree is special. Learn how to grow a baobab tree as growing baobab tree is not that difficult if you understand the basics. You can also make a baobab bonsai, it looks superb.What is a Baobab Tree? Baobab is a low maintenance tree and regarded as world’s largest succulent. It can also be grown in pot, baobab bonsai is famous and is particularly well suited for beginners and if you have a large backyard, you can grow it outside. The baobab tree flourishes on poor soils, tolerates heat and has the ability to store large amounts of water, to survive in drought.
USDA Zones: 10 – 12, can be grown in other zones in pots with care in winter Difficulty: Moderate Other Names: Adansonia (scientific name), boab, boaboa, tabaldi, bottle tree, upside-down tree, and monkey bread tree. Height: up to 30 meters Bloom Color: White Propagation Even gardeners without green fingers can make it with a little patience, to multiply the baobab tree. This is done in two ways: Growing Baobab from Seed Before sowing, the Baobab seeds needs soaking at room temperature. For this, soak the seeds for one day in warm water. After that, scarify the baobab seeds on sandpaper to expose their inner white layer. Dry seeds indoors for a day before planting. The germination rate of baobab seeds is low, so sow 3 times more seeds than required. Sow baobab seeds 1 to 2 inch deep and keep the soil temperature above at least 15 degrees Celsius. It is important to keep soil evenly moist, but not kept wet. Once the roots are formed, baobab can be planted into individual pots or on the grounds. The pot you use should have a minimum diameter of seven centimeters. The germination of baobab seeds is sporadic, their germination can take anywhere from a week to a month. The cultivation of baobab from seed requires some patience. Because in some cases, the germination can take several months. Propagation from cuttings Baobab tree can also be grown from cutting. For this, take cutting in spring from the tree. The cuttings should have at least three leaves. After taking a cutting, let it dry for a few days to reduce the chances of fungal attacks and stem rot. After that, plant the cutting in soil mixture of sand and peat. RequirementsLocation and Soil Growing baobab tree requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight, it appreciates as much sun as given. If baobab receives too little daylight, it grows slowly and spindly and leaves turns yellow. In order to create the optimum soil conditions for the baobab, soil must have good drainage and should be sandy. To make baobab soil at home, mix 3 parts of compost, 2 parts of sand in 1 part soil. However, best to buy premixed cactus soil. This allows better aeration of the soil and prevents the roots rot. Watering and fertilizing Watering requirement of baobab is moderate to low as it is native to arid areas of Africa and it should be done carefully. If you’re growing baobab in container, choose one with good drainage holes, so that the excess water can seep out from bottom. Overwatering should be avoided. Before watering the plant again, always check if the soil is dry. If it is moist, do not water. As baobab is very tolerant to droughts, do not water if unsure. Mature baobab tree on ground does not need any fertilizer. Fertilize young and potted plant with liquid succulent fertilizer that is high in potassium and low in nitrogen every month. Baobab Care Taking care of a baobab is simple. The sturdy exotic plant loves warm, sunny and bright location. Larger specimens survive longer drying sessions. Seedlings, on other hand need more water and should be kept moderately moist. Baobab tree if grown successfully, rewards you not only with its ornamental thick trunk and rich green leaves, but also with large white flowers and edible fruits. Overwintering Baobab Knowing how to grow a baobab tree is not as difficult as overwintering it especially if you’re living in extremely cold climate. You’ll need to do a lot of care to overwinter it. Place it indoors, in a bright and warm position near a windowsill. Try to keep temperature around 10 C, lower than this will stunt baobab. In winter, baobab tree drops its leaves and goes to dormancy. During this time water sparingly, watering in winter can cause root rot. Also stop to fertilize. In the spring, place it back at its usual location. Resume watering when buds begin to swell. Repotting
If you are growing baobab trees in pot, repotting is necessary. The growth of baobab roots is very strong. Therefore, the tree requires enough space to unfold. Repot baobab when plants seems root bound, roots starts to appear on upper surface. Pruning The baobab tree can be pruned throughout the year except winter. It’s easy, simply remove the shoots, which are located under the main crown. If possible, make a cut near bud. So a new bud of the branch will be ensured. In order to cut individual branches summer is the ideal time Diseases, pests and other problems Some common pests that attracts on baobab tree are mealybugs, spider mites and fungus gnats. Baobab Tree Facts and Adaptations It has strong branches, impressive trunk and fleshy leaves. Baobab tree forms large white flowers after a few years of growing, it also produces fruits that taste well and provide energy. Fruits are rich in calcium and slightly acidic. Baobab tree is drought tolerant and has the ability to store large amounts of water in its trunk and roots. It is forgiving, robust and low-maintenance plant.
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Micky
2017年05月22日
Micky
Learn how to grow carob tree. Growing carob tree is easy, it’s also grown as ornamental plant in the gardens. Growing Carob is durable evergreen tree native to the Mediterranean. It has bright, green beautiful foliage, cluster of small flowers and edible pods that are used as cocoa powder substitute. Carob pods contain about 8% protein, vitamins A and B and about one-third of calories than chocolate.
USDA Zones — 9-11 Propagation Method — Seeds Difficulty — Easy Soil pH — 6 – 8 Carob Tree Growing Conditions Carob tree grows about 10 meter tall (exceptionally 15 m). It is a dioecious tree, which means each tree bears male or female flowers. Carob tree can bear up to 20 F temperature. Carob tree has a thick and twisted trunk with a rough and brown bark. Its leaves are oval, dark green and shiny that are 12 to 30 centimeters long. Its foliage provides a welcome shade in hot countries. They form a very effective curtain against noise too. Growing Carob from Seeds The fresh carob tree seeds germinates quickly and easily. If you don’t find fresh seeds you can grow it from dry seeds which is scarified and soaked in water until they double in size. They can be planted in spring or fall. Requirements for Growing Carob TreeSoil The carob tree is a tree that grows in many soil types including hillsides with deep sandy soil or loam, even arid. It does not tolerate acidic or wet soils but requires good drainage. Sun Carob tree needs full sun and a position sheltered from wind. Watering It is resistant to drought. However, watering must be provided during dry seasons, especially if the tree is grown for its fruit. Carob Tree Care
Once fully developed carob tree can withstand temperatures up to -7 ° C, but frost during flowering period can reduce or sometimes prevent fruiting. The tree is ideally grown in regions with a Mediterranean climate. Fertilizer Fertilizer is often unnecessary for carob trees. However, a 8-3-9 fertilizer can be applied occasionally to give plant a boost. Pruning
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2017年05月22日
Micky
Want to grow a cashew tree in your garden? But for growing cashew nuts tree you’ll need to acquire some basic growing and planting information that is given below in this article. Cashew nuts growing is easy, but it requires a more specific environment and growing conditions. If you can provide that environment then you can grow your cashew tree and enjoy the nuts and fresh fruits that are called cashew apple, throughout the year.
USDA Zones — 10 – 11 Difficulty — Moderate Soil pH — Slightly acidic to neutral Other names — Maranon, Noix d’anacarde, Caju, Kaju, Mundiri, Kazu, Pajuil, anacardio, Paringi mavu, 槚如树 Cashew Nuts Growing Information Cashew or Anacardium occidentale originates from the Caribbean Island and the North East of Brazil. But today it is grown in several other tropical parts of the world. Mostly in Africa, India and Southeast Asia for cashew nuts. It is also called as cashew apple tree; it is part of the Anacardiaceae family, the same family that belongs to pistachio and mango. Cashew tree can grow up to 6 – 12 m (20 – 40 f) high. Its evergreen leaves are oval, leathery and dark green. They have a prominent midrib. The flowers, white and pink are gathered in inflorescence at the tips of young shoots. They are smaller in size but very fragrant. As for the fruits of this tree, do not be fooled by appearances. The cashew apple is oval-shaped, like bell pepper: yellow, orange or red in color is a false fruit (it is also edible). The real fruit, more discreet is a nut attached to the end of the fake fruit. It is that which contains the edible kernel, which we called cashew. How to Grow Cashew Tree from Seed Cashew tree can be grown from seeds, air layering, and grafting. To propagate it from seeds, you will need a matured unshelled nut (seed). These seeds are viable up to 4 months. If you have collected the fresh seed from the tree, dry it in the sun for 3 days and soak in water overnight before sowing. Sow the seeds in good quality seed starting mix; the seeds will germinate anywhere from 4 days to 3 weeks. Requirements for Growing Cashew Nuts TreeSun Cashew tree needs at least 6 hours of direct sun, it grows slowly and doesn’t fruit if grown in the shade. Soil Cashew prefers poor sandy and laterite soil with the pH level around 5 – 6.5. Never grow cashew tree in a clay-rich soil. It is heavy and encourages waterlogging, and in the case of growing cashew tree, the soil you use should be well drained in a way that water will flow smoothly. Water
Cashew trees are moderately drought tolerant once established, but they produce more fruits if watered regularly. During the summer, water weekly or twice and deeply. Reduce or withhold watering during winter. Overwatering can harm or even kill your cashew tree, so water only if soil is dry and let the soil to dry out between spells of watering. Fertilizer Cashew tree needs regular application of fertilizer to grow vigorously and produce fruits. Use slow release fertilizer with N-P-K 8 – 3 – 9 according to the product instructions given on the packet, around the base of the tree every two months during growing season. Also apply compost or farm manure once in a year, around 30 pounds (15 kg) on the surface of the soil to a mature tree. Cashew Nuts Growing CarePruning Prune cashew trees regularly to remove weak, dead and entangled branches and branches that are infested with diseases or pests. Also, cut overcrowded branches to promote vigorous growth. Mulching Do mulching around your cashew tree with organic matters to prevent weeds and to conserve moisture. Pests and Diseases The cashew tree is generally pest free if it is in good health. Major pests that attack it are tea mosquito, stem and root borer, leaf Miner and blossom Webber. Harvesting and Cashew Nut Processing Harvest when cashew apples turn pink or red and cashew nut shell are gray. After harvesting, separate the cashew apple from the nut. Cashew apple can be eaten raw or make juice of it. Unshelled cashew nut can be stored up to 2 years. Do not attempt to break the shell before roasting; cashew shell contains very caustic oil which can burn skin. When processing cashew nut at home must wear gloves and safety glasses and take special care. To learn more on how to process cashew– read this. Also Read: How to Grow Mango Tree Cashew Nuts Growing TipsSow fresh cashew seeds for germination, as they germinate easily.A tree grown from seeds take 3 to 5 years to produce its first fruits. Our recommendation is to buy a potted plant from a nursery, this way you’ll not have to wait that long.Choose a location that is well protected from the wind.Cashew grows better when the temperature remains around 80 degrees Fahrenheit (25 C) although it can withstand temperatures as low as 50 degrees Fahrenheit (10 C) and as high as 105 Fahrenheit (40.5 C) without any problem.Keep the area around the base of your cashew tree free from weeds, small shrubs, vines, and debris.Watch for sick or dead branches, prune them if necessary.Benefits of Cashew Nuts One of the most delicious and healthiest nuts cashews are an amazing source of nutrients, and not only the cashew nuts but its fruit cashew apple is nutritious too. It is a rich source of vitamin C, five times more than an orange. It also contains higher amounts of calcium, iron and vitamin B1, which is more than most of the fruits. To know more about the benefits of cashew nuts read this article. Also Read: How to Grow Mamoncillo 
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2017年05月22日
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  If you are looking for a pumpkin carving project that’s easy, a little different, and can double for great fall decor as well, pumpkin drilling is for you.  You can place these all around the garden and light them with candles (careful!) glow sticks, or even those dollar store led stick up lights. While I think this is safer than using knives to carve, still be very careful using power tools, and know how your drill works and how to keep yourself safe. And if your arm gets tired, give it a rest or take turns… We drilled the pumpkins first, then scooped them afterwards. It seemed to give more stability to the pumpkin while you drill. Yes, your drill bits will get goopy… Just un-goop, and move on. :) However, if you prefer to scoop first, more power to ya! Here’s your tutorial on how to drill pumpkins! Step One: Create a pattern and use painters tape to help you mark it onto your pumpkin. We used dry erase marker to make the initial marks, then punched with a skewer to make it easier to get the drill going in the right place.
  Step Two: Using various sized bits, we drilled straight into the pumpkin at the pre-marked spots. It helps to have someone hold the pumpkin while another person handles the drill.
  Step Three: Clean up the mess. Scoop if you haven’t already. We used a small knife as well to clean up any holes that didn’t have clean cuts.
We haven’t tried it ourselves, but we hear if you dip the drilled pumpkin in a bucket with a bleach water solution, it will last much longer. We hear a tablespoon of bleach to a gallon of water is the best bet, then let dry. Let us know if it works for you, or if you have any other ideas for helping your pumpkins to last! Happy Halloween!  
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