I look at my garden coming to life every spring. I know that there is still life under the ground even when everything is frozen, but it still seems miraculous to see the peonies pushing out their shoots again when they died back to the ground last fall. These are the same plants, but the leaves and flowers will be all new.
What signs do you see in nature which would support a belief in reincarnation?
Unlike the other answerer's,I agree with you and have had the same thoughts myself.Everything in nature is a cycle.If you could say winter is like death,there is no question that spring will be coming.It's not dead,it's just in a temporary state of dormancy,but the leaves and the flowers will return.I do believe we return to learn different lessons each time.I'll never understand how people find this a foolish concept,it makes sense on so many levels.I'm not a religious person,I'm agnostic,and I do believe that reincarnation can exist whether there is a god or not.
Reply:Nature recycles and reuses all things. Why would the most important, the human soul, not be included. Hence: Reincarnation.
Reply:The "born again" theme is popular in most cultures this time of year. Even Easter, a currenty Christian holiday, is based on pagan beliefs of rebirth. But no, I do not see any evidence in nature that a distinct soul moves from the newly dead to the newly born.
Reply:The Dalai Lama
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dalai_Lama
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Reply:None whatsoever.
Reply:None.
If plants growing seems "miraculous" to you, I would suggest taking a biology class - it's not a miracle; it's perfectly natural.
Reply:Pascha...Maybe not reincarnation...maybe resurrection!!!
Reply:Flowers don't reincarnate in the same way that bears don't die during the winter and reincarnate in the spring. The flowers are simply hibernating. Relax.
Reincarnation is an illusion created by human society as a means to control the masses. Religious people are promised reincarnation if they follow the rules of the religion.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
What time of the year is it best to harvest spider plant seeds?
My spider plant did extremely well outside in shaded sunlight. It bloomed small white flowers, which turned into seeds. Of course, I brought the plant in when the weather began to cool. The seeds are fresh and green, but I would like to pluck them to plant. It is mid-October, but I'd like to know the best time to harvest them, so I may plant them in the spring.
What time of the year is it best to harvest spider plant seeds?
kepep watch onthem.. When they start to dry and detach easliy from the plant they are ready to harvest. If you lpluck them too soon they will not produce plants.
Also, ifyou are going to store the seeds, make sure you dry them well first.
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What time of the year is it best to harvest spider plant seeds?
kepep watch onthem.. When they start to dry and detach easliy from the plant they are ready to harvest. If you lpluck them too soon they will not produce plants.
Also, ifyou are going to store the seeds, make sure you dry them well first.
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What do I do with my compost pile?
So I thought I'd get a head start on my garden planning last year, and I threw all of the dog poop from the yard into the compost pile that I'm starting. Now it's the spring, and I'd like to get serious about this pile, but I'm reading that you shouldn't compost dog poop because of harmful viruses and parasites. Do I have to start over? Or can I just use what I've got on my flowers but not my veggies?
What do I do with my compost pile?
Just use it on the flowers and lawn unless you've got someone who is immunocompromised who visits your yard often. Compost this pile hot, if possible. Or solarize it.
If you're looking for a way to get rid of the dog manure, consider an anaerobic digester, aka "doggie dooley":
e.g.: http://www.drsfostersmith.com/Product/Pr...
Reply:Manure is poop from cows, pigs, chickens, horses etc. so it doesn't matter where the manure comes from just how long it takes to process. I use a 4 foot fence looped in a circle about 4 feet around mounted on poles 6 inches off the ground. I put leaves, old food scraps, dog droppings in and sprinkle with a cup of sugar, then cover it all with more compost. The sugar starts the heat and composting cycle and speeds the decomposition. In the spring I reach under with a shovel and take the lower portion of fresh compost which is safe to use on any plants- virus and parisites die in the heated compost!
Reply:Use it on your ornamental plants but not food plants. It's fine for the ornamentals.
Reply:just throw it away---somewhere---it stinks !!!
Start a new pile with garden waste,,,powdered limestone,,,water,,a little fertilizer.and maybe a few worms.
Reply:you can use the dog poop for your compost your right though i wouldn't put it on my veggies.
What do I do with my compost pile?
Just use it on the flowers and lawn unless you've got someone who is immunocompromised who visits your yard often. Compost this pile hot, if possible. Or solarize it.
If you're looking for a way to get rid of the dog manure, consider an anaerobic digester, aka "doggie dooley":
e.g.: http://www.drsfostersmith.com/Product/Pr...
Reply:Manure is poop from cows, pigs, chickens, horses etc. so it doesn't matter where the manure comes from just how long it takes to process. I use a 4 foot fence looped in a circle about 4 feet around mounted on poles 6 inches off the ground. I put leaves, old food scraps, dog droppings in and sprinkle with a cup of sugar, then cover it all with more compost. The sugar starts the heat and composting cycle and speeds the decomposition. In the spring I reach under with a shovel and take the lower portion of fresh compost which is safe to use on any plants- virus and parisites die in the heated compost!
Reply:Use it on your ornamental plants but not food plants. It's fine for the ornamentals.
Reply:just throw it away---somewhere---it stinks !!!
Start a new pile with garden waste,,,powdered limestone,,,water,,a little fertilizer.and maybe a few worms.
Reply:you can use the dog poop for your compost your right though i wouldn't put it on my veggies.
What is the easiest way to transfer photo's onto a quilting square?
I want to incorperate people's faces in a spring handmade quilt. Everyone at work has to make a 12 x 12 inch quilting block for the quilt. I want to put their faces in the middle of flowers. Also everyone has a piece of the same material they have to use in the block in some way to tie the whole quilt together.
What is the easiest way to transfer photo's onto a quilting square?
There are two ways to do this. You can get photo transfer paper at most craft stores and office supply stores. You print the photo onto the paper, then iron it on to the fabric. Be sure to reverse the picture before printing if there is writing on it, otherwise it will be backward when you iron it on.
The second (and far better) way is to use fabric sheets that have been treated to go through an inkjet printer. They are available at many craft stores. You print directly on the fabric, so it is much more durable than the iron on version. Be sure to read the instructions before you buy the product - some need to be heat set, some are machine washable, etc. A similar alternative is to buy Bubble Jet Set and Bubble Jet Rinse - products that you can use to create your own printer fabric. Iron it on to a piece of freezer paper to help it go through the printer easier.
Reply:if you search the craft websites. you can buy this paste similar to school glue. You print out the picture you want on normal print paper. then using this special paste you basically glue down your pic. after its dried you simply dampen the paper and wipe away. leaving your picture on the fabric.
or
you can buy from most office supplies/craft shops special printer paper. you print out the picture and then iron it on to the fabric. after its cooled down you simply peel back the paper leaving your pic on the fabric.
we used the special printing paper for my daughters cos they loved bratz so much. we printed out a jpeg of chloe 9 her fave bratz doll) and reversed my daughters name.
be carefull to reverse any writting or pics as they are ironed like a mirror image.
also be carefull when you wash. I accidently washed my daughters creation on a hot wash. as a result the picture became very bitty and began to peel off in bits.
good luck with your project. sounds like fun xx
Reply:My mum quilts and has made a memory quilt before, including one for me as a 21st birthday present. There are iron-on transfers available if you want to go that way, but the way she would go was to take the image(s) to a printer who prints direct onto fabric, and gave them the calico (I think it's called?) to print onto.
Reply:Jo ann Fabrics or your local quilting and sewing store should have fabric paper that can be loaded into an ink jet printer. The paper can be removed from the back and presto you have a quilt block with a picture that you have chosen.
Good luck!
What is the easiest way to transfer photo's onto a quilting square?
There are two ways to do this. You can get photo transfer paper at most craft stores and office supply stores. You print the photo onto the paper, then iron it on to the fabric. Be sure to reverse the picture before printing if there is writing on it, otherwise it will be backward when you iron it on.
The second (and far better) way is to use fabric sheets that have been treated to go through an inkjet printer. They are available at many craft stores. You print directly on the fabric, so it is much more durable than the iron on version. Be sure to read the instructions before you buy the product - some need to be heat set, some are machine washable, etc. A similar alternative is to buy Bubble Jet Set and Bubble Jet Rinse - products that you can use to create your own printer fabric. Iron it on to a piece of freezer paper to help it go through the printer easier.
Reply:if you search the craft websites. you can buy this paste similar to school glue. You print out the picture you want on normal print paper. then using this special paste you basically glue down your pic. after its dried you simply dampen the paper and wipe away. leaving your picture on the fabric.
or
you can buy from most office supplies/craft shops special printer paper. you print out the picture and then iron it on to the fabric. after its cooled down you simply peel back the paper leaving your pic on the fabric.
we used the special printing paper for my daughters cos they loved bratz so much. we printed out a jpeg of chloe 9 her fave bratz doll) and reversed my daughters name.
be carefull to reverse any writting or pics as they are ironed like a mirror image.
also be carefull when you wash. I accidently washed my daughters creation on a hot wash. as a result the picture became very bitty and began to peel off in bits.
good luck with your project. sounds like fun xx
Reply:My mum quilts and has made a memory quilt before, including one for me as a 21st birthday present. There are iron-on transfers available if you want to go that way, but the way she would go was to take the image(s) to a printer who prints direct onto fabric, and gave them the calico (I think it's called?) to print onto.
Reply:Jo ann Fabrics or your local quilting and sewing store should have fabric paper that can be loaded into an ink jet printer. The paper can be removed from the back and presto you have a quilt block with a picture that you have chosen.
Good luck!
Is there a way to keep my plants alive in fall/winter?
I have several Tomato`s, onions, limes and flowers all potted.
I was wondering if there`s a way to keep them from dieing in the fall and winter season, or if they even will considering they arent planted in the ground.
I also wanted to know if there are vegetables or fruits i can plant in fall and winter and be able to eat in the spring and summer?
Is there a way to keep my plants alive in fall/winter?
If they're tropical than you should bring them inside before the first night chill, where there could be frost. Also you need to spray them for insects that could infest the plants while they are inside. Make sure they get enough natural sunlight and feed every 2-3 months. Remember to feel the soil and when they need water spray the leaves also
Reply:Most of the answers are right but they failed to answer the second part of you question. Vegetables for spring or early summer use include these easy to grow varieties....Cabbage, leeks, sprouts, kale, swedes, parsnips, cauliflower, most are quite hardy and will survive the winter with some small protection when there is hard frost, depending on your climate, they all survive in our Scottish winters which can be quite severe.
Reply:GREENHOUSE! There are many inexpensive kits that are easily put together so that you can overwinter plants. You might also use a cold frame. Charley's greenhouse has a great catalog.
I was wondering if there`s a way to keep them from dieing in the fall and winter season, or if they even will considering they arent planted in the ground.
I also wanted to know if there are vegetables or fruits i can plant in fall and winter and be able to eat in the spring and summer?
Is there a way to keep my plants alive in fall/winter?
If they're tropical than you should bring them inside before the first night chill, where there could be frost. Also you need to spray them for insects that could infest the plants while they are inside. Make sure they get enough natural sunlight and feed every 2-3 months. Remember to feel the soil and when they need water spray the leaves also
Reply:Most of the answers are right but they failed to answer the second part of you question. Vegetables for spring or early summer use include these easy to grow varieties....Cabbage, leeks, sprouts, kale, swedes, parsnips, cauliflower, most are quite hardy and will survive the winter with some small protection when there is hard frost, depending on your climate, they all survive in our Scottish winters which can be quite severe.
Reply:GREENHOUSE! There are many inexpensive kits that are easily put together so that you can overwinter plants. You might also use a cold frame. Charley's greenhouse has a great catalog.
Spring sayings?
I am making an art poster for kids about spring. What is a short and simple quote about spring. I already know april showers bring may flowers, rain rain go away come again another day...please help if you know any more! thanks
Spring sayings?
Gesundheit!
(Spring is hay fever season!)
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Reply:The early bird catches the worm.
Reply:spring has sprung
haha my sister says that all the time
Reply:Here comes Peter Cottontail, hopping down the bunny trail :)
Reply:"You make me feel like spring has sprung"-Frank Sinatra singing "you make me feel so young"(don't know who wrote the song
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Spring sayings?
Gesundheit!
(Spring is hay fever season!)
.
Reply:The early bird catches the worm.
Reply:spring has sprung
haha my sister says that all the time
Reply:Here comes Peter Cottontail, hopping down the bunny trail :)
Reply:"You make me feel like spring has sprung"-Frank Sinatra singing "you make me feel so young"(don't know who wrote the song
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What is a good ground cover and/or plants for shady flower beds?
Front of duplex is in the shade most of the time.
Center steps to common porch with enough space to each side of porch to plant something...ANYTHING...that will give a visual break from the lawn and perhaps even flower.
I haven't created a flower bed before, but I saw Martha Stewart do one on TV...
I follow directions well.
BUDGET: I would like to keep it low, because I don't own the property, but I would be willing to plant a couple of shrubs (evergreens?) or other plants that will thrive in shade.
Location: Nashville, Tennessee.
It is still early spring, as we just had a late freeze.
The building is all brick, and that would be the backdrop for the plants.
Thank you for your thoughtful reply.
What is a good ground cover and/or plants for shady flower beds?
Asian Jasmine
Monkey Grass ...even has a pretty little blue/purple flower
For additional color you could plant Caladiums (a bulb which will come back every year) or impatiens, which are a pretty green plant with brightly colored flowers. Coleus would also work well.
Both the impatiens and coleus should be available as "starter" plants so you can see what you are buying.
Reply:Hostas. If you know any friends that have some large specimens you can ask if you can divide the plant and take some home. It grows bigger and better each year and it makes a wonderful accent to a front porch. (It also flowers late in the summer.)
Reply:I like Red Dragon Sedum. It establishes fast and it's evergreen. In the fall it turns a really bright red. It's winter hardy, and chokes out weeds.
Reply:I plant impatients. They come in all pretty colors like purple, pink, red, salmon,Lavendar and they are very hardy plant +beautiful and they love the shade..
Reply:here are some evergreen shade grndcovers that will bloom:
vinca minor "bowles vinca" - blue flowers in fall
vinca minor "jekyll's white" - white flowers in fall
liriope muscari variegata - purple in summer
himalayan sarcococcoa
nonblooming groundcovers for shade:
pachysandra
asiatic jasmine
lamium
selaginella
all are about 1$ per 2" pot
or 7 to 8$ for a 1 gallon pot
some cheap shade loving shrubs:
cleyera
aucuba
camellia (needs a little sun)
hydrangea (needs a littlle sun)
rhododendron (kinda expensive)
cast iron plant
a dwarf variety of japanese maple
evergreen ferns (autumn fern, arborvitae fern, christmas fern)
or you can go to a reputable garden center (i would go to Mcminville) and ask them to show you their perennial shade groundcovers. i would use perennial groundcovers surrounding an evergreen shrub on each side because they will give you color year round and you wont have to replant as you would with annuals. also other shade pernnials that are non-groundcovers are hosta, astilbe, or dicentra (bleeding heart). another good pernnial evergreen is lenten rose( helleborus). hopes this gives you some ideas.
Reply:Moss roses are always cool. They are low lying and have a variety of colors available. They also spread so if you are under a strict budget just buy one for each spot and soon they will fill it in. Plus it is kind of cool to watch them in the morning when the flowers open up.
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Center steps to common porch with enough space to each side of porch to plant something...ANYTHING...that will give a visual break from the lawn and perhaps even flower.
I haven't created a flower bed before, but I saw Martha Stewart do one on TV...
I follow directions well.
BUDGET: I would like to keep it low, because I don't own the property, but I would be willing to plant a couple of shrubs (evergreens?) or other plants that will thrive in shade.
Location: Nashville, Tennessee.
It is still early spring, as we just had a late freeze.
The building is all brick, and that would be the backdrop for the plants.
Thank you for your thoughtful reply.
What is a good ground cover and/or plants for shady flower beds?
Asian Jasmine
Monkey Grass ...even has a pretty little blue/purple flower
For additional color you could plant Caladiums (a bulb which will come back every year) or impatiens, which are a pretty green plant with brightly colored flowers. Coleus would also work well.
Both the impatiens and coleus should be available as "starter" plants so you can see what you are buying.
Reply:Hostas. If you know any friends that have some large specimens you can ask if you can divide the plant and take some home. It grows bigger and better each year and it makes a wonderful accent to a front porch. (It also flowers late in the summer.)
Reply:I like Red Dragon Sedum. It establishes fast and it's evergreen. In the fall it turns a really bright red. It's winter hardy, and chokes out weeds.
Reply:I plant impatients. They come in all pretty colors like purple, pink, red, salmon,Lavendar and they are very hardy plant +beautiful and they love the shade..
Reply:here are some evergreen shade grndcovers that will bloom:
vinca minor "bowles vinca" - blue flowers in fall
vinca minor "jekyll's white" - white flowers in fall
liriope muscari variegata - purple in summer
himalayan sarcococcoa
nonblooming groundcovers for shade:
pachysandra
asiatic jasmine
lamium
selaginella
all are about 1$ per 2" pot
or 7 to 8$ for a 1 gallon pot
some cheap shade loving shrubs:
cleyera
aucuba
camellia (needs a little sun)
hydrangea (needs a littlle sun)
rhododendron (kinda expensive)
cast iron plant
a dwarf variety of japanese maple
evergreen ferns (autumn fern, arborvitae fern, christmas fern)
or you can go to a reputable garden center (i would go to Mcminville) and ask them to show you their perennial shade groundcovers. i would use perennial groundcovers surrounding an evergreen shrub on each side because they will give you color year round and you wont have to replant as you would with annuals. also other shade pernnials that are non-groundcovers are hosta, astilbe, or dicentra (bleeding heart). another good pernnial evergreen is lenten rose( helleborus). hopes this gives you some ideas.
Reply:Moss roses are always cool. They are low lying and have a variety of colors available. They also spread so if you are under a strict budget just buy one for each spot and soon they will fill it in. Plus it is kind of cool to watch them in the morning when the flowers open up.
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