Articles related to "Succulent Plants"
Succulent Plants for Hot, Dry Climates
Succulents are water retaining plants which can survive in hot and arid conditions; most common succulents are cacti but succulent species include other plants too.
succulent plants for hot dry climates • water retaining plants for arid conditions • what are succulents • where do succulents grow • water retaining features of succulents
Succulents are water retaining plants which can survive in hot and arid conditions; most common succulents are cacti but succulent species include other plants too.
succulent plants for hot dry climates • water retaining plants for arid conditions • what are succulents • where do succulents grow • water retaining features of succulents
Two New Cactus and Succulent Books
Timber Press has recently released two new books on cactus and succulents. Published in 1999 and 2000, these books add to the growing number of publications about these fascinating plants.
cacti • cactus • book review • succulents
Timber Press has recently released two new books on cactus and succulents. Published in 1999 and 2000, these books add to the growing number of publications about these fascinating plants.
cacti • cactus • book review • succulents
Afflictions of Succulents, Part 1a (Nematodes)
Nematodes, or root knot, are often over-looked as a cause of stunted growth and wilting in plants. Knowing more about them may be the key to recognising their presence.
cactus • cacti • succulent • succulents • succulent plants
Nematodes, or root knot, are often over-looked as a cause of stunted growth and wilting in plants. Knowing more about them may be the key to recognising their presence.
cactus • cacti • succulent • succulents • succulent plants
Conophytums -- A Succulent Plant from South Africa
Conophytums are small, succulent plants from South Africa. They have great potential as houseplants due to their preference for shade and winter growing.
book review • book reviews • succulent books • conophytum • conophytums
Conophytums are small, succulent plants from South Africa. They have great potential as houseplants due to their preference for shade and winter growing.
book review • book reviews • succulent books • conophytum • conophytums
Crassula--Succulent Plants
Interview with Norma Lewis, a collector of Crassula succulent plants.
succulents • crassula
Interview with Norma Lewis, a collector of Crassula succulent plants.
succulents • crassula
Drought Gardening: Going Into Emergency Mode
Many areas have now moved into water rationing - and the whole garden looks threatened. What can we do to save at least our most treasured plants? Here are some drastic measures for drastic times.
drought • gardening • xeriscape • xeriscaping • water rationing
Many areas have now moved into water rationing - and the whole garden looks threatened. What can we do to save at least our most treasured plants? Here are some drastic measures for drastic times.
drought • gardening • xeriscape • xeriscaping • water rationing
Euphorbia milii
Euphorbia milli is a drought tolerant, versatile houseplant or potted plant for the patio.
euphorbia milii • crown of thorns • succulent plants
Euphorbia milli is a drought tolerant, versatile houseplant or potted plant for the patio.
euphorbia milii • crown of thorns • succulent plants
Fungi, Part II
In Part II, we look at the Fungi's Botrytis cinerea(botrytis blight or gray mould), Colletotrichum spp., Dichotomophthora indica, and Drechlslera cactivora.
fungi • cacti • cactus • succulent plants • plant diseases
In Part II, we look at the Fungi's Botrytis cinerea(botrytis blight or gray mould), Colletotrichum spp., Dichotomophthora indica, and Drechlslera cactivora.
fungi • cacti • cactus • succulent plants • plant diseases
Fungi, Part III
Continuing with Fungi, we examine Fusarium oxysporum, one of the most frequently encountered Fungi. Then, a brief look at Hendersonia opuntiae, Macrophomina phaseolina (charcoal rot), and Phyllosticta concave/Mycosphaerella spp. (dry rot).
fungi • cacus • succulent plants • plant diseases • rot
Continuing with Fungi, we examine Fusarium oxysporum, one of the most frequently encountered Fungi. Then, a brief look at Hendersonia opuntiae, Macrophomina phaseolina (charcoal rot), and Phyllosticta concave/Mycosphaerella spp. (dry rot).
fungi • cacus • succulent plants • plant diseases • rot
Fungi, Part IV
In Part IV we look at Phymatotrichum omnivorum (cotton root rot) and Phytophthora spp. (cinnamon fungus).
fungi • cactus • cacti • succulent plants • plant diseases
In Part IV we look at Phymatotrichum omnivorum (cotton root rot) and Phytophthora spp. (cinnamon fungus).
fungi • cactus • cacti • succulent plants • plant diseases
Haworthias
Haworthias are easy to care for succulent plants that flourish and flower under cool white shoplights.
haworthia • haworthias • succulent plants
Haworthias are easy to care for succulent plants that flourish and flower under cool white shoplights.
haworthia • haworthias • succulent plants
Introduction to Fungi
Fungi are responsible for many of the problems C&S growers encounter. In this series of articles, we will explore the subject in depth, beginning with some general background information.
fungi • cacti • succulent plants • plant diseases • plant parasites
Fungi are responsible for many of the problems C&S growers encounter. In this series of articles, we will explore the subject in depth, beginning with some general background information.
fungi • cacti • succulent plants • plant diseases • plant parasites
Succulent Plants
Succulent plants are interesting in appearance, fabulous in their ability to be easy growing and low maintenance, and can even be useful in other ways.
succulents • soap aloe • century plant • prickly pear • purple heart
Succulent plants are interesting in appearance, fabulous in their ability to be easy growing and low maintenance, and can even be useful in other ways.
succulents • soap aloe • century plant • prickly pear • purple heart
A Landmark Cactus Book
The Cactus Family is a long awaited book by a well-known scholar. This is a landmark book that will be valuable for decades in the future.
cactus • cacti • american cactus • american cacti
The Cactus Family is a long awaited book by a well-known scholar. This is a landmark book that will be valuable for decades in the future.
cactus • cacti • american cactus • american cacti
Fungi, the Final Installment
Although researchers suspect some Pythium may actually be beneficial, an infestation of this soil-borne fungus in a collection can cause Havoc! Winding up this topic, charcoal spot on Opuntia is briefly discussed, and Erwinia bacterium are also examined.
pythium • pythium • cacti • cacti • cactus
Although researchers suspect some Pythium may actually be beneficial, an infestation of this soil-borne fungus in a collection can cause Havoc! Winding up this topic, charcoal spot on Opuntia is briefly discussed, and Erwinia bacterium are also examined.
pythium • pythium • cacti • cacti • cactus
Five Tips for Cacti Growing Success
Enjoy the fantastic shapes and stunning blooms of cacti in your home by following these tips for growing cacti successfully.
growing cacti successfully • cactus care • cacti and succulent care • light requirements for cacti • watering cacti
Enjoy the fantastic shapes and stunning blooms of cacti in your home by following these tips for growing cacti successfully.
growing cacti successfully • cactus care • cacti and succulent care • light requirements for cacti • watering cacti
A Cactus by Any Other Name
The title "cactus" is often unwittingly bestowed upon plants that aren't Cacti at all. So why is it that all Cacti are succulents, but not all succulents are Cacti? It isn't as complicated as it sounds!
succulent • cacti • cactus • lithops • saguaro
The title "cactus" is often unwittingly bestowed upon plants that aren't Cacti at all. So why is it that all Cacti are succulents, but not all succulents are Cacti? It isn't as complicated as it sounds!
succulent • cacti • cactus • lithops • saguaro
Adenium for a Profusion of Pink and Red Flowers
The Desert Rose is a succulent plant that gives a profusion of pink and red flowers. A colorful garden plant, it is also ideal as a houseplant or potted patio plant.
adenium • profusion of pink and red flowers • desert rose • ideal colorful shrub • shrub for gardens patios and homes
The Desert Rose is a succulent plant that gives a profusion of pink and red flowers. A colorful garden plant, it is also ideal as a houseplant or potted patio plant.
adenium • profusion of pink and red flowers • desert rose • ideal colorful shrub • shrub for gardens patios and homes
Plant Dormancy
For sustained good health, plants must experience a period of partial or complete inactivity. This dormant state is necessary for the continued survival of the plant.
plant dormancy • dormant period • dormancy state • forced dormancy • houseplant care
For sustained good health, plants must experience a period of partial or complete inactivity. This dormant state is necessary for the continued survival of the plant.
plant dormancy • dormant period • dormancy state • forced dormancy • houseplant care
Beach and Sand Dune Plants of California
The beaches of California support many species of plants; amongst California's sand dunes many coastal plants thrive on limited resources and a unique, ecological system.
beach and sand dune plants of california • california coastal and beach plants • californian beach plants • future of california's sand dune plants • plant life and sand dunes
The beaches of California support many species of plants; amongst California's sand dunes many coastal plants thrive on limited resources and a unique, ecological system.
beach and sand dune plants of california • california coastal and beach plants • californian beach plants • future of california's sand dune plants • plant life and sand dunes
Cultivating the Versatile Aloe Vera Plant
The aloe vera plant is not only an elegant ornamental plant; its succulent green leaves are a source of Aloe Vera gel which has natural first aid and cosmetic properties.
cultivating the versatile aloe vera plant • the beautiful aloe plant • easy to grow and has medicinal benefits • the aloe vera plant • elegant ornamental plant
The aloe vera plant is not only an elegant ornamental plant; its succulent green leaves are a source of Aloe Vera gel which has natural first aid and cosmetic properties.
cultivating the versatile aloe vera plant • the beautiful aloe plant • easy to grow and has medicinal benefits • the aloe vera plant • elegant ornamental plant
Eyesores in the Home Landscape- Part 1 : The Ugly Fence
A gardener on a strict budget dresses up his side of a boundary fence. Creativity and commonsense help make this backyard a more pleasant place to spend time.
fences • landscape eyesores • garden creativity • garden commonsense • garden budgets
A gardener on a strict budget dresses up his side of a boundary fence. Creativity and commonsense help make this backyard a more pleasant place to spend time.
fences • landscape eyesores • garden creativity • garden commonsense • garden budgets
How to Create a Fire-Wise Landscape
Do you live in a wildfire-prone area of the country? How can you protect your home and property from damage? Become fire-wise.
wildfires • how to protect house against wildfire • landscaping tips to prevent wildfires from spreadi • fires in the landscape • fire wise landscapes
Do you live in a wildfire-prone area of the country? How can you protect your home and property from damage? Become fire-wise.
wildfires • how to protect house against wildfire • landscaping tips to prevent wildfires from spreadi • fires in the landscape • fire wise landscapes
Pleiospilos nelii
Pleiospilos nelii is the popular split rock plant, looking like a piece of greenish speckled rock, and with a perfectly straight cleft right down the middle.
pleiospilos nelii • split rock • mesemb • aizoaceae • pleiospilos
Pleiospilos nelii is the popular split rock plant, looking like a piece of greenish speckled rock, and with a perfectly straight cleft right down the middle.
pleiospilos nelii • split rock • mesemb • aizoaceae • pleiospilos
Southeast Arizona's Natural Beauty
Southeastern Arizona's remarkable natural habitats create a unique desert environment for visitors to explore.
southeastern arizona's natural beauty • arizona nature • saguaro national park • texas canyon • cochise county
Southeastern Arizona's remarkable natural habitats create a unique desert environment for visitors to explore.
southeastern arizona's natural beauty • arizona nature • saguaro national park • texas canyon • cochise county
The Appeal of Succulents
Succulents offer an exciting array of choices for Florida gardens.
succulents
Succulents offer an exciting array of choices for Florida gardens.
succulents
The Domes of Milwaukee
A trip to Milwaukee's Domes transports you to environments in the tropics, the desert, and beyond!
the domes • milwaukee mitchell park conservatory • flower show dome • arid dome • desert dome
A trip to Milwaukee's Domes transports you to environments in the tropics, the desert, and beyond!
the domes • milwaukee mitchell park conservatory • flower show dome • arid dome • desert dome
The Ringlings of Sarasota
Inspired by Venice's timeless allure - circus man John Ringling and his wife -created Cà d'Zan along Sarasota Bay. Beauty, whimsey and fun still greet visitors today.
cà d'zan • venice • ringling • circus • mable
Inspired by Venice's timeless allure - circus man John Ringling and his wife -created Cà d'Zan along Sarasota Bay. Beauty, whimsey and fun still greet visitors today.
cà d'zan • venice • ringling • circus • mable
Water Features in the Garden
Water features dress up every garden or yard. This article reviews two newly published books about water garden design.
water gardens • bog gardens • water features • water plants
Water features dress up every garden or yard. This article reviews two newly published books about water garden design.
water gardens • bog gardens • water features • water plants
Agave is a Gold of the Desert
Since the onset of modern industrial processes, many of the uses of agave have fallen into decline, but in the future interest as an important raw material is increasing.
agave • pita • maguey • agave as food • agave syrup
Since the onset of modern industrial processes, many of the uses of agave have fallen into decline, but in the future interest as an important raw material is increasing.
agave • pita • maguey • agave as food • agave syrup
Books on Cactus and Succulents
This article provides book reviews of two different books on growing cactus and succulents.
cacti • succulents • horticulture therapy • cactus • david e. wright
This article provides book reviews of two different books on growing cactus and succulents.
cacti • succulents • horticulture therapy • cactus • david e. wright
Colorado Cactus
Yes, we do have cacti in Colorado. From the lowest, dry places you can find and well up into the mountains, you need to watch your step or you might run into one. You might also see some exotic flowers crowning their thorns. And, do you know what is the most endangered cactus in the U.S.? Take a look here and I'll tell you.
cactus;cacti;succulent;colorado;desert;prickly pea
Yes, we do have cacti in Colorado. From the lowest, dry places you can find and well up into the mountains, you need to watch your step or you might run into one. You might also see some exotic flowers crowning their thorns. And, do you know what is the most endangered cactus in the U.S.? Take a look here and I'll tell you.
cactus;cacti;succulent;colorado;desert;prickly pea
Gardening In The Low Desert, January 2000
Things to do in the low desert garden with hints and sources for more information.
vegetables • flowers • planning • trees • sources
Things to do in the low desert garden with hints and sources for more information.
vegetables • flowers • planning • trees • sources
Revamping for Fall
Has your glorious flower display turned into a few dibs of colour here and there? Adding fall bloomers such as Mums, Susans, Coneflowers and Stonecrops can make sorry beds stupendous.
fall • autumn • chrysanthemum • mum • rudbeckia
Has your glorious flower display turned into a few dibs of colour here and there? Adding fall bloomers such as Mums, Susans, Coneflowers and Stonecrops can make sorry beds stupendous.
fall • autumn • chrysanthemum • mum • rudbeckia
Spiny Arid Land Bromeliads; Plants with Attitude!
In the greenhouse or in the garden, these plants will have your visitors full of fear and respect for the garden. The spiny Bromeliads are New World plants with almost no enemy.
bromeliad • bromeliaceae • tillandsia • hectia • abromeitiella
In the greenhouse or in the garden, these plants will have your visitors full of fear and respect for the garden. The spiny Bromeliads are New World plants with almost no enemy.
bromeliad • bromeliaceae • tillandsia • hectia • abromeitiella
Top Chef Las Vegas - Back In The Saddle Again
Far from the plenteous amenities of the Las Vegas Strip restaurant kitchens, the competitors are forced to duke it out under extreme conditions in the Nevada desert.
alton brown • ted allen • padma lakshmi • gail simmons • food and wine magazine
Far from the plenteous amenities of the Las Vegas Strip restaurant kitchens, the competitors are forced to duke it out under extreme conditions in the Nevada desert.
alton brown • ted allen • padma lakshmi • gail simmons • food and wine magazine
Xeriscaping -- What is This?
Xeriscaping is a form of gardening that reduces water needs by utilizing plants better suited for the climate and rainfall.
xeriscape • xeriscaping • xeeriscaped • dry landscaping
Xeriscaping is a form of gardening that reduces water needs by utilizing plants better suited for the climate and rainfall.
xeriscape • xeriscaping • xeeriscaped • dry landscaping
'chilly finger'd spring'
Spring is a busy time for all gardeners. Staking, weeding and much else besides. Make your bit of 'paradise' in the city and don't forget to sit down and enjoy it!
english gardening • english gardens • springtime
Spring is a busy time for all gardeners. Staking, weeding and much else besides. Make your bit of 'paradise' in the city and don't forget to sit down and enjoy it!
english gardening • english gardens • springtime
Boyce Thompson Southwestern Arboretum
boyce thompson southwestern arboretum • boojum • the hunting of the snark • desert arboretum
boyce thompson southwestern arboretum • boojum • the hunting of the snark • desert arboretum
Sansevierias
Sansevierias: their cultivation, propagation and species.
sansevierias • mother-in-law tongues • snake plants • devil's tongue
Sansevierias: their cultivation, propagation and species.
sansevierias • mother-in-law tongues • snake plants • devil's tongue
Son of Fall Perennial Tips
The conclusion of the two-part series on caring for your perennials in the fall. Includes a list of favourite fall-bloomers and a step-by-step on how to divide.
perennial • to-do list • chores • tasks • winter
The conclusion of the two-part series on caring for your perennials in the fall. Includes a list of favourite fall-bloomers and a step-by-step on how to divide.
perennial • to-do list • chores • tasks • winter
Summertime - and the Plants Are all Crispy
Tired of lugging the hose? Is drought "business as usual" in your area? Here are some tips for reducing the need to water.
drought • watering plants • sedum • lavender • silver foliage
Tired of lugging the hose? Is drought "business as usual" in your area? Here are some tips for reducing the need to water.
drought • watering plants • sedum • lavender • silver foliage
Afflictions of Succulents, Part I (Pests)
There is an impressive variety of pests anxiously awaiting the opportunity to pillage your succulents. Knowing how to defend your plants against these enemies is key to maintaining a healthy collection. Learn to Recognise Your Enemy, and mount an effective Counter-Attack.
cacti • cactus • succulent • pests • spider mites
There is an impressive variety of pests anxiously awaiting the opportunity to pillage your succulents. Knowing how to defend your plants against these enemies is key to maintaining a healthy collection. Learn to Recognise Your Enemy, and mount an effective Counter-Attack.
cacti • cactus • succulent • pests • spider mites
Planting the Walls
If you're running out of horizontal garden space, you can always go vertical - even if the only vertical space you have is an old stone wall with fairly tiny cracks that only hold a small amount of dirt. The right plants can transform it from a gray, gloomy ruin to a flowering feature.
aubrieta • rock cress • stone cress • sedum • orostachys
If you're running out of horizontal garden space, you can always go vertical - even if the only vertical space you have is an old stone wall with fairly tiny cracks that only hold a small amount of dirt. The right plants can transform it from a gray, gloomy ruin to a flowering feature.
aubrieta • rock cress • stone cress • sedum • orostachys
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