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Do banana peels really have readily available potassium? Don't they need to be composted?

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The nutrients in the peel will become available to the soil as the peel decomposes. They aren't readily available, but will slowly release over time.

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How do you care for aloe Vera plants inside?

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Aloe Vera is a great houseplant. It needs a sunny location, and a pot with well draining soil. Water it weekly at most, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

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What should I do if a plant I repotted isn't growing?

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Your plant might be not getting enough nutrients, water, or sunlight. It could even be something small, like not being buried deep enough. Try giving your plant some plant food and giving it some time to adjust.

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Why does a leaf become yellow while growing? What should I do?

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In some plants, old leaves just turn yellow and drop. However, if new growth is yellow it could be a sign of overwatering, low light, or nutrient deficiency. Fertilize the plant well and give it the recommended amount of light and water.

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Where can I grow plants if there is no space?

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A small plant, like a cactus or a mini sunflower, could thrive on a windowsill. An orchid could be put on a coffee table. You could use a desk, a shelf or any other horizontal surface.

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What should I do when my plants don't seem to be growing?

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Some plants are just slow in growing, but it also could be caused by infertile soil. If it's the latter, apply a balanced fertilizer to boost growth.

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What are the conditions for healthy crop growth?

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Plenty of sun, adequate moisture, fertile soil, and a pest-free environment.

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I have transferred my roses into their new pot. It's been two months, and out of 17, 3/4 of the roses' leaves are becoming yellow, the flowers were eaten by insects, and the roses are not growing, only the stem is there. What can I do?

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Don't be upset, roses are very demanding plants. Roses need a lot of sun, more than 4 hours a day to get a healthy plant. Apply rose fertilizer according to the instructions and spray an appropriate pesticide to control bugs.

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Can you name some potted plants that grow well in mostly shaded areas?

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Some good shade-loving plants include ferns, azaleas, jasmine, and hydrangea. They are relatively inexpensive, and can typically be found at your local nursery.

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How can I grow healthy hyacinths?

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Use cool, rich soil that is kept only slightly moist. Hyacinths do not like heat or wet soil. The prime conditions are 50-60 degree weather in full sun, with occasional light rains. In pots, a larger container with good drainage, in full sun is best. Move the pot into partial shade when temperatures start to get high.

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How do you take care of sweet pepper plants?

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Peppers need high temperatures and humidity to fruit well. Fertilize as recommended, give it lots of sun, and protect it from bugs.

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What can I do if my plant broke on the stem and nothing was done for eight days?

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It depends on the plant. If it's a sunflower that requires its stem, then you could try splinting it back into position, or tying it to a stake. If it's a lily, you will miss a bloom. If it's a multi-stem plant, or branched stem, then you may just cut it back. If it's a rose or vegetable, then you may see more regrowth than was cut.

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Can I put plastic and cardboard in my plant pots and then soil?

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Yes, but you don't need to if you are using a good pot.

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How will I know that the slugs are out of the patch and not eating my plants?

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Check your plants for places where slugs have chewed leaves or stems. If you notice chewed places, check your plants again at night when slugs usually come out. If you don't notice any chewed places, good for you! Either your garden is slug-free or they don't like your plants.

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What should I do if my plant is drying out?

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Water them, and then put them in the shade temporarily.

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What plants grow quickly?

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Winter and summer radishes. It takes about a month to mature and harvest.

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What should i do if the leaves on my plants are turning yellow?

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If the leaves in your plant are turning yellow, this could mean that your plant is suffering from a lack of nutrients. Water your plant more frequently, and try using plant food to help give your plant more nutrients.

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Can I put grass over asphalt?

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It is not recommended, because the rain water will have nowhere to run off to. This could cause a lot of flooding, and therefore flood damage.

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Can I grow healthy plants quickly indoors?

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Growing plants can be a slow process, and it is one that should not be rushed.

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Some of my flowers' stems seem weak. They bend downward. Should I cut it off?

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Cut it immediately, and add some fertilizer and adequate water to nourish it.

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How can I make a compost?

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Gather a bunch of eaten fruit (banana peels, orange peels, etc.) and combine it with a little bit of soil. Then, you will have compost.

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Can I plant vegetables or fruits if I live in Hong Kong?

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Of course. You just need to find the right soil, supplies, and seeds.

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What are the best ways to prune a young apple tree?

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Every year, cut back all weak branches and leave the stronger ones. Once it fruits, get rid of the weak fruits and leave one or two fruits per cluster.

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How do I make homemade fertilizer?

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Wikihow has an article on how to make fertilizer.

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How can I revive a dying peace lily?

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Water it on a daily bases give it much sunlight and in a year or shorter it will be alive again. If it has a bad cut on it, just snip it off first and then proceed with water and sunlight.

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Can I use manure to grow healthy plants?

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Yes, I use horse, chicken, rabbit, and goat manure. Do not use dog, cat, etc. because they eat meat and the waste of carnivores does not work as well as herbivore manure.

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Can I bury banana peels?

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Yes. Banana peels are a great source of potassium. Bury the peel just beneath the soil, as close to the roots as possible.

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Why do my plants dry out so quickly?

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The soil is probably a fast-draining soil type. If you don’t want to water frequently, you can get different soil.

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How much sunlight does a lily need?

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Lilies aren’t picky. They’ll take full or partial sun, or dappled and even light shade.

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I am growing an onion plant, and it's growth is quite good and improved, but I have no pots. I've kept it in a plastic glass; what can I do next? The roots can no longer stay in the plastic glass.

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You'll either have to get a larger pot with adequate drainage (or make an adequate substitute), or cut the cup away and plant it in the ground.

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