Norfolk Island Pine Makes a Chic Indoor Favorite
The evergreen Norfolk Island Pine aka Starpine araucaria excelsa gains popularity as a house plant. It tolerates indoor conditions, is pyramidal with needlelike leaves and large woody cones, and can be kept small by pruning for indoor use.
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Garden News soil mix and care tips for houseplants
Garden News outlines soil composition for potting mixes and drainage additives. It details watering, light, and temperature needs, notes winter risks from under and over watering, and suggests tests such as soil moisture, root checks, and root-disease precautions with captan treatment.
Weed spray risks to honey bees in spring lawn care
Ohio State University entomologist Lawrence Connor warns spring pesticide treatments for weeds and insects can harm honey bees, especially during dandelion bloom. He notes timing matters, with night or cooler hours reducing bee exposure, and says herbicides show lab harm but not field damage.
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