Wednesday, March 11, 2009

Wild Flowers Galore

Lupine
















lupine is a type of the faboideae sub family. the lupine leaves are dactylate, the leaf has long leafstalk. the flowers grow as inflorescence. the petal colors are purple,white,yellow or blue and they are found on the inflorescence pole.

The flowers have no nectar and insects attract to them via color. the pollination is done by insects,but mostly it is caused by the flower. the lupine has 10 stamen.

the seeds of the plant, contain toxic materials from the alcaloid family that give the plant its bitter taste. the lupine's fruit is a satchel. there are more then 300 species of lupine in the world.


Gagea

















Gagea is a type of plant from the liliaceae family, that counts within about 115 species of geophytes that are common in europe and asia, while many of them are common in the Mediterranean Sea.

the gagea has a samll annual onion. the onion is sedated during summer and in winter it is woken and it sends narrow pointy leaves into the air. from in between the leaves poles of inflorescence peek, at they're top is a lonesome flower or a small number of gentle flowers. in most species of gagea the flowers rise up to 10 centimeters tall and have a yellow color.

the petals of the flower are made up of 6 leaves and a green perianth. the flower has 6 stamen and one style. the gagea flowers generate nectar and draw insects to them. mainly bees and flies pollinate the gagea flowers. the gagea flower is a ball shaped capsule with many seeds.


Cistus




















Cistus is a perrenial bush that is very common and sometimes control the middle eastern sea.

cistus a short bush 40-60 centimeters. the cistus flower lives only one day and then petals fall, but the number of flowers in each plant is great and the flowers open one after the otherm so the bloom is spread over a number of months. the cistus flowers are rich with stamen and do not produce nectar. they are criticized by many insects, amongst those honey bees.

the cistus grows mainly on soft limestone grounds and limestone grounds that contain clay.


Goni Bari,
Growing Flowers

Sunday, January 11, 2009

Growing Flowers : Tips for Indoor Plants




A likely cause of an unhappy plant is simply too much water. Droopy leaves and change in color can say no more water please.

Many plants do better to be a dry out, then be watered. A simple rule is one to two weeks and water so the pot plate shows a slight wetness, not dripping or flooded.
A plate or tray under the plant protects flooring and furniture.

Some plants need direct light, some need indirect light and some need full light. Always check when upon purchasing the plant.

Do use clean pots with new soil for a new plant, or for transplanting.
Use a plant spray for plant bugs or fungus. This really works.

And remember, a large plant placed in a corner of a room gives beauty, and healthier air in unused space while providing greenery and beauty.

The variety of plants for the home is endless and with a little help from above give endless pleasure.

Goni

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Growing Flowers : Potting Plants




Even though one may not have tons of room, or even a yard, a garden is still possible. Plants do very well in pots. One can use large pots in a room to fill a corner, add greenery and have fresher air quality, or small pots on a table for added color and interest.

An entire variety of plants do well in pots, and ask only for light and water. One can have begonias, small roses, herbs, colorful cactus, ferns, African violets, geraniums, gardenias, baby roses, and large leafy plants with flowers. The list is endless for houseplants. Re-do your home with flowering plants and experience the beauty and color and fragrance.

Goni

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Growing Flowers: Annual Flowers

















Annuals do well with good soil and fertilization during planting. Follow directions for fertilizer as not to burn plant roots.

Always make sure the roots get water, so as a general rule, water well, and less often, but do not wet leaves, especially in the eve. If watered by sprinkler, then around noon is best so leaves can dry.

Always remove any weeds and mulch is great for keeping weeds out and can be used over the soil, or combined with the soil.

Goni

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Growing Flowers : Zinnia Flowers














Zinnia, a most beautiful flower, growing in an array of vibrant colors making an excellent addition for any garden lover. Zinnias are strong, and fairly hardy and make simply gorgeous cutting for vases.


Zinnias do best when seedlings are first planted in pots, then transplanted out to the garden. Please plant after the last frost has passed. Leave room for the roots to grow planting about six inches apart, in rich soil, but do not pack the roots, leave soil airy. Use fertilizer also to ensure health and growth but follow directions as not to burn the roots.


Goni B

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