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There are many physical, environmental, and soil-related problems that can cause a plant's leaf to become translucent, transparent, or even flake. These are all caused by a loss of...

Roots provide anchors and support for plants. It also absorbs oxygen, water, and nutrients which are then carried to the rest of the plant via the xylem. Roots can be easily broken or severed during...

Having stones in the soil can have multiple benefits. Stones in soil help it drain well while protecting it from erosion and evaporation of moisture. Stones, when used as a soil amendment will...

Sand is one type of soil that has a very good texture and huge airspaces. This character makes it good enough to allow water to pass through easily.  Sand, when used as a mulch, increases the...

Building an elevated bed against a brick wall is useful for planting flowers, fruits, vegetables, and other different types of plants. It can save huge space in your garden and normally built-in...

Adding rice is a good way to amend soil giving it good aeration and drainage properties. However, the right part of the rice grain must be used in order to effectively do so. Rice hulls can...