The dominant paradigm is that a competition–colonization trade﹐ff maintains interspecific variation in seed size, but empirical support is limited and other coexistence mechanisms, such as sizeヾependent seed predation, have not been examined. We examined how seed size, fecundity, and other ...
Roots also need a certain amount of circulating air, which means the soil can't be too compact. Ideally, you want loam -- soil that has roughly equal amounts of silt, sand and clay (a "perfect" loam is about 40 percent silt, 40 percent sand and only 20 percent clay). Loam is ...
In this article: Tools and materials Step 1: Choose the best grass seed for your home Step 2: Prepare the ground Step 3: Test and amend soil Step 4: Add starter fertilizer Step 5: Plant your grass seed Step 6: Cover and protect the seeds with straw Step 7: Water the seeds Step ...
Tall fescue grows well in poor soil with low fertility and other issues. This grass develops deep roots to absorb moisture and nutrients. Tall fescue tolerates drought, foot traffic and salt. Do not over-fertilize tall fescue since it makes the grass susceptible to plant diseases. How to Gro...
Clay soil, which is more prone to compaction Heavy rain and irresponsible irrigation, as wet soil is more susceptible to compaction Heavy foot traffic and heavy objects, which pushes soil and compacts it Over-tilling, as it leads to smaller soil particles that clump together when wet ...
What you'll need Soil test kit Fertilizer Water Spade (optional) Mower Grass seed (optional) Aerator 1. Get to know your grass. First of all, not all grass is the same. Just like plants, there’s all sorts of varieties that can be found in different regions. And each has its own ...
Soil Conditions:Soil conditions vary widely within Florida. Many of our coastal regions tend to have sandy, high-pH soils. In central Florida, soil pH will generally be lower, and soil types may range from sand to muck. In north Florida, soils tend to have more clay and low soil pH. ...
Pollen grains that land on the receptive upper surface (stigma) of the pistil will germinate, if they are of the same species, and produce pollen tubes, each of which grows down within the style (the upper part of the pistil) toward an ovule. The pollen tube has three haploid nuclei, ...
This standard landscape plant is often used in public settings, valued for its toughness and reliability. Plant in a mixed border, or mass in landscape or curbside plantings. Tolerant of heat and heavy clay soil; grows in most regions. Photo by: Proven Winners. ‘LITTLE ZEBRA’, Dwarf ...
Pampas grasslikes full sun for at least six hours a day and it grows best in well-drained soil. It is fairly drought tolerant, so water the plant light to moderate amounts and otherwise the does not need much care. However, please note – Pampas grass spreads VERY easily. Their gorgeous...