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Can You Use Smelly Compost for Plants? (7 Factors Considered)

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When compost smells bad like garbage, rotten eggs, or even poop, it has turned anaerobic.  But can you still use it for plants? It is not recommended to use smelly compost, especially for edible plants, because it can carry pathogens, ammonia, and alcohol that can hurt plants. Also, it may contain weed seeds. Here are …

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Can Geraniums Repel Pests? (6 Effective Varieties Explored)

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Geraniums are popular ornamental plants grown for their attractive foliage and flowers. Apart from attracting pollinators, they have another valuable attribute that is often ignored.  Geraniums are an excellent natural insect repellant against pests, keeping them from laying eggs and even fumigating them. In this article, we will explain how this attractive plant can play …

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Moss, Mold, Alga, Lichen & Liverwort: Differences Explained  

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Mosses are often mistaken for fungi, molds, algae, lichens, or liverworts because they are often found in damp environments and are simple organisms that do not produce flowers to reproduce. However, they are actually very different. Mosses are small, green plants that do not have vascular tissues to transport water and nutrients.  They have a …

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Which Succulents Have Shallow and Deep Roots? (Explained)

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Understanding the root system of succulents is crucial for their optimal growth and survival. Contrary to many plants, succulents exhibit a unique, predominantly shallow root system. Stem succulents tend to have shallow but long fibrous roots that grow horizontally to quickly absorb water from intermittent rainfall in hot, dry climates. Those with tap roots are …

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8 Simple Ways to Water Seedlings While on Vacation

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Are you planning a vacation but worried about the fate of your thriving seedlings? You can keep your seedlings watered while you are away using hydrogel crystals, plant bath, automatic watering system, wick system, plastic bag greenhouses, topdressing/mulch, cluster setup, and help from friends and neighbors. In this article, we will navigate through these 8 …

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