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Pinna

On 14/09/2007 in Glossary

Of a fern frond, the primary division or leaflet of a pinnate leaf.


Scale

On 06/09/2007 in Glossary

1) The fleshy leaf of a bulb.2) A fern whose leaves have rust-coloured scales covering the whole of their undersides.


Spore

On 14/09/2007 in Glossary

A simple reproductive cell of non-flowering plants, eg, ferns and fungi. It's highly capable of surviving in unfavourable conditions.


drainage for tropical style garden

On 07/04/2013 in forum

Going to do raised beds for tropical style garden with plants like palms, ferns, caster oil plant,cordylines and bamboo, would i start with a layer of stones then soil for drainage. Advice please. Bamboo and fern do not really need drainage


Begonia and pelargonium pot display

On 22/07/2011 in Pots & containers: Shade loving

This combination of begonia, pelargonium and fern plants will brighten up a shady area. Although unlikely bedfellows, they all enjoy a lightly shaded spot and make an impressive display. The begonia and fern plants will provide interesting shape


Carrot Problem

On 29/08/2012 in forum

My carrots have grown well and are now nearly ready. I've noticed that the 'leaves' of some of the carrots are slightly frazzled ... has anybody any ideas why ? thanks Chris   Frazzled how? A bit more fern-like? If so, could be staring to go to seed.


Talkback: Impatiens downy mildew

On 17/05/2013 in forum

I had just submitted suggestions for an area of damp shade, when I spotted the advice on the GW newsletter to: Read Pippa Greenwood's bog. Good idea. Ferns are my favourite plant for any shady spot! (Just thought I would throw that out there.)


Help please

On 01/12/2012 in forum

Hello, I have no idea if im even doing this right as I have never done this before. I need some advice on some land I have just purchased which I am clearing. This land is alongside my house and has been over grown with brambles and big green ferns


Greenhouse job checklist - week 7

On 23/11/2011 in Greenhouse checklists

to develop, which you can use as cuttingsPot on houseplants and ferns into slightly larger potsInsulate the greenhouse with polythene to improve insulation and seal windows


Asparagus

On 17/08/2012 in forum

I let my asparagus plants produce ferns a couple of months ago and some of these are now turning brown but I noticed  yesterday that they have started producing new spears. Can I cut these or should they also be left to seed. This has never happened


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