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Hardy perennial

By Gardeners' World on 06/09/2007 16:56:31

An herbaceous perennial plant able to withstand exposure to sub-zero temperatures.


Hermaphrodite

By Gardeners' World on 06/09/2007 16:56:31

Plant species having both male and female organs in the same flower. Also see Monoecious.


Leguminous

By Gardeners' World on 06/09/2007 16:56:31

Related to, or resembling, a legume. Plant producing pods.


Manganese

By Gardeners' World on 06/09/2007 16:56:31

Metallic trace element that's an essential micro-nutrient for healthy plants.


Mutant

By Gardeners' World on 14/09/2007 16:57:22

The accidental variation of a plant as a result of genetic mutation. Not to be confused with specifically bred variations.


Necrosis

By Gardeners' World on 14/09/2007 16:57:22

The death of plant tissue. It often takes the form of necrotic spots on leaves.


Offset

By Gardeners' World on 14/09/2007 16:57:22

A shoot or plantlet produced at the base of a mature plant, which may be used for propagation.


Organic gardening

By Gardeners' World on 14/09/2007 16:57:22

The cultivation of plants without the use of chemicals of inorganic origin.


Oxygenator

By Gardeners' World on 06/09/2007 16:56:31

An aquatic plant, which, when submerged, releases oxygen into the water.


Photosynthesis

By Gardeners' World on 14/09/2007 16:57:23

The process by which plants convert energy from sunlight into food. See Chlorophyll.


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