Environmental Problems
Cultural plant problems and various types of environmental issues are inevitable, regardless of how well you care for your garden. So what is a gardener to do? The first step to solving gardening issues caused by environmental problems in gardens is to do your research. The pages that follow will help with that. With information for dealing with types of environmental issues like contaminated soil, floods, heat waves or cold spells, you’re sure to find something that relates to the particular needs of your garden. So keep reading to learn more.
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Holoparasitic Information – Learn About Holoparasitic Plants In GardensIf a plant is growing on or near another, it's generally assumed they're simply compatible, and not that one is drawing vital nutrients from the other. Learn more about holoparasitic plants in this article so you can better distinguish plant friend from foe.
By Kristi Waterworth
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What Is A Hemiparasitic Plant – Examples Of Hemiparasitic PlantsThere are lots of plants in the garden that we devote almost no thought to. For example, parasitic plants exist in a wide range of conditions and they're rarely discussed. This article is about hemiparasitic plants and the damage they can do to your landscape or garden.
By Kristi Waterworth
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What Is A Blind Plant: Learn Why Some Plants Fail To BloomNon-blooming of plants that should bloom is the actual definition of plant blindness. The reason some plants fail to bloom can be caused by many situations. Read here to discover the answers and causes of this disappointing bloom issue.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Excessive Rain On Plants: How To Garden In Wet GroundWet weather and plants are usually a match made in heaven. However, sometimes this can be too much of a good thing. Learn more about what happens when there is too much rain on plants in this article and what, if anything, can be done.
By Amy Grant
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Leaves Dry And Paper Like: Reasons Plant Leaves Are Papery LookingIf you see papery leaves on plants, or if you've noticed papery spots on leaves, you have a mystery on your hands. However, there are several possible causes when leaves are papery looking and brittle. Click here for tips to unravel this conundrum.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Effects Of Cold In Plants: Why And How Plants Are Affected By ColdEven plants in the correct zone may suffer from cold damage. Why does cold affect plants? The reasons for this vary and depend upon site, soil, duration of cold, and other factors. This article provides additional information.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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When Potted Plants Are Too Wet: How To Avoid Overwatering Container PlantsOverwatering in potted plants is of the most concern, as they are in a captive habitat. In this article, you will find a few tips and tricks can teach you how to avoid overwatering of container plants for healthy, no-fuss greenery and ways of treating overwatered plants.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Cool Weather Crops: How Freezing Temperatures Affect Cold Hardy PlantsAre there garden vegetables that can survive frost? The answer is yes. But how do freezing temperatures affect these cold-weather vegetables?
By Laura Miller
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How To Protect Plants From Frost DamageThe threat of frost is on its way. What do you do? First of all, do not panic. Anytime there is a threat of frost, you need to take precautionary measures to protect tender plants. This article will help.
By Nikki Tilley
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Plants Poisonous To Horses: Common Plants That Are Poisonous To HorsesHorse owners, especially those new to horses, often wonder what plants or trees are poisonous to horses. Take a look at some of the most common trees and plants poisonous to horses in this article.
By Susan Patterson
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What Is A Hard Frost: Information On Plants Affected By Hard FrostWeather forecasters may predict either a light frost or hard frost. So what is the difference and how are plants affected by hard frost versus light ones? Read this article to find out more.
By Jackie Carroll
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Saving Dried Plants: Information On Reviving Drought Stressed PlantsIf drought is a common problem where you live, it’s a good idea to learn about reviving drought-stressed plants. For more information, click here.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Tips For Saving Cold Damaged PlantsHow much cold will kill a plant? Not much, although this is usually dependent on the hardiness of the plant as and its climate. With prompt care, many of these cold damaged plants can be rescued. Get more info here.
By Nikki Tilley
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Landscaping For Storms: Yard Design For Natural DisastersLearn more about yard design for natural disasters here and find tips on what to plant that will help protect your property from nature’s worst.
By Teo Spengler
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Tornado Proof Gardening – How To Protect Your Garden From A TornadoBy choosing wind-resistant trees and taking proper care of those trees will go a long way toward garden tornado protection. Advance warning of an approaching tornado may also allow time to remove potential airborne items. Click here to view other tornado proofing ideas.
By Susan Albert
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How To Protect Outdoor Plants In WinterProtecting plants in winter can help prevent winter scald, frozen roots, foliar damage and even death. Cold weather plant protection takes a little pre-planning, and this article will help.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Why Plants Don’t Grow – What To Do When Plants Won’t EstablishAnytime you move a plant, it causes stress. Sometimes, though, a plant won’t establish and instead of thriving, it declines. For information on reasons why plants fail to establish, click on the following article.
By Teo Spengler

