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How to prune bonsai? Master the three-cut and three-no-cut techniques
Pruning branches is an important means of creating bonsai and is directly related to the speed at which a bonsai takes shape and the level of its quality. To maintain the posture of a small bonsai, the bonsai must be pruned. Especially in summer, because temperature, water and nutrients are abundant,...
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How to visit a zoo the scientific way? Master this one step and you're set
The Species Calendar Chit-Chat lecture series is already on its third session! Last weekend we invited Species Calendar author @Hua Shi to Beijing Normal University to talk about: how to visit a zoo scientifically? As a member of the China Zoological Society, ...
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How to care for bulb flowers? These basic facts you need to master
In the world of flowers, bulb flowers are among the easier ones to grow, such as narcissus, tulips, hyacinths, grape hyacinths, and amaryllis - all of these are bulb flowers. So, do you know the answers to these questions about growing bulb flowers? Q...
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How to care for indoor potted plants in summer? Master these few tips
Spring and summer are the growing seasons for most plants, but do not assume that indoor plants need more water in summer. Many people keep their plants in air-conditioned rooms, where the temperature stays relatively low, so the plants' demand for water...
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Having Trouble Getting Your Christmas Cactus to Bloom? Master the Right Care Method for a Stunning Full Bloom
The Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera) is a very popular holiday plant, and once it blooms, the mass of bright red flowers is incredibly festive. However, if the Christmas cactus is not cared for properly, it can very easily fail to bloom or produce only a few flowers. If your Christmas cactus is blooming...
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What to do about yellowing and curling leaves on an areca palm? Master these few tricks and the leaves will be glossy and won't curl
Growing plants is now an indispensable part of our lives. Whether large or small, every household keeps a potted plant or two. Some people like to grow flowering plants, but others happen to prefer foliage plants, feeling that this kind of green...
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How to grow azaleas? Master a few key points, and they will stay disease-free all year round and bloom all over the branches every year
Recently many flower lovers have asked me how to care for azaleas. Xiao Qi will briefly explain the things to watch out for in azalea care. Azaleas belong to the south, so they like acidic soil. When choosing soil, try to pick soil that contains acid...
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How to fertilize a jade plant? Master the techniques to easily grow it into an old trunk
The jade plant (Crassula ovata) has an antique charm and a vigorous, powerful form. Its glossy green leaves are highly textured and very ornamental. The jade plant also blooms, producing small white or pale pink flowers. So how do you grow a jade plant into an old trunk? Fertilizing is key. Below we introduce the jade plant's...
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How do you care for a Crystal Plant (Haworthia cymbiformis) in summer? Besides watering frequently, you also need to master these care tips
The Crystal Plant is a small succulent, also called the "Treasure Plant." This succulent originally comes from South Africa and likes warm, humid environments, and it is very drought-tolerant. Its usual growing temperature is best around 20 degrees. Because it is relatively small, ...
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These 4 flowers fear the heat; master the key points to help them get through 30-degree high temperatures smoothly
Many people like to place a potted plant indoors; it can decorate the home and green up the environment, and it can also soothe the mood and cultivate the character. But summer quietly arrives, and the temperature reaches above 30 degrees. People can hardly stand the heat, so what can be done about these flowers kept indoors...
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