Monthly Archives: December 2012

Tip #39: How Are Plants Pollinated

Most plants are pollinated by insects and organisms such as bees, birds, moths, and beetles. Plants can also be self pollinated using wind or water.

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Tip #38: Selecting Healthy Transplants for Your Garden

Look for vegetable and herb transplants that look healthy, have a strong roots but are not rootbound, and do not have any flowers developing on them.

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Tip #37: How to Deter Rabbits

Rabbits, while cute and cuddly, can be a real nuisance for urban farmers. Proper prevention is the best approach when it comes to dealing with rabbits.

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Tip #36: What Is Ethylene

Ethylene is an organic compound and natural plant hormone that stimulates the ripening of fruit, the opening of flowers, or shedding of leaves.

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Tip #35: Straw or Hay

Learn the difference between straw and hay, and the many versatile uses of straw in your garden such as for a mulch and weed suppressant.

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