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Phyllostachys atrovaginata. Phyllostachys atrovaginata Common name: Incense Bamboo Maximum Height: 35-40 feet Diameter: 2.75 inches Hardiness: -10°F ( listed by the American Bamboo Society at -15°F) USDA Zone recommended 5b through 10. (may do fine in 5a) Formerly called Phyllostachys congesta, this bamboo is very quick growing. This is an excellent bamboo for landscaping use due to its rapid growth, relatively large diameter canes in relation to height, and straight upright culms.
Phyllostachys atrovaginata has an unusual characteristic in that the culms have a wax on the surface with a fragrance somewhat like sandalwood. Photo copyright: Noah Bell, Bamboo Garden, 2013 Cross cut of a rhizome showing air canals along the outer wall which allow this bamboo to tolerate wetter soils than most other bamboos. Phyllostachys atrovaginata at Dr. Photo copyright: Noah Bell, Bamboo Garden, 2009.
Peterson Pawpaws | Facts : Cultural Advice. Cultural Advice (See more opera) Soil Pawpaws are flexible in their soil requirements. The main thing is good drainage. The soil must be well drained. Soil pH should be moderately acid to neutral, in the range of 5.5 to 7.0. Pawpaws are happiest in a rich, deep, loamy soil with high organic matter content. In addition, they appreciate an organic mulch. Climate Pawpaws are native to the humid temperate climate of eastern North America. Site and Spacing The pawpaw is a small tree that typically grows to about 20 feet high and less broad.
Establishing Young Trees Prepare the soil in advance of receiving your young pawpaw tree from us. Pests The pawpaw is bothered by very few pests. Pollination Pawpaw trees are self-infertile, although exceptions are possible. Harvesting Pawpaw fruit is climacteric -- a wide class of fruits that includes apple and peach. Storing Fruit Pawpaw fruits are highly perishable, comparable to raspberries. Back to Facts. Whole Systems Design - Vermont Farm Design Permaculture Home Planning. Grow Plants | Home - Harvest to Table. The Nine Sacred Herbs of the Anglo-Saxons.
By Francis Beswick | Suite101.com The Anglo-Saxons believed that nine herbs had special powers against illness and evil The Nine Herb Charm " A worm came crawling and tore a man asunder. Then took Woden nine magic twigs and smote the serpent that he in nine pieces dispersed. Now these nine herbs have power......... The Lacnunga is a collection of nearly two hundred herbs used by the Anglo-Saxons and kept now at the British Library in London.
Saxon Beliefs The Anglo-Saxons thought that diseases were spread on the air as the wind blew poisons around. The Nine Herbs Mugwort: [Artemisia vulgaris] This is the first of the nine. Read the full article at: suite101.com Image: Source. CHERVIL - Highwinds Herbs. As with most herbs, chervil is an aid to sluggish digestion. When brewed as a tea it can be used as a soothing eye wash. Pour 1 cup of boiling water over 1 TBLS. fresh chopped chervil and let this steep for 20 minutes. Be sure to cover this to keep in all the volatile oils. When cool, moisten a cotton ball with some of the mixture and place over closed eyes for 10 minutes. Definitely refreshing Infusion used for flatulence and coughs. The entire plant is edible its leaves and roots were commonly eaten in salads. Chervil comforts the heart and increases a lust for life Sweet Cicely/ Chervil also aids in the Gift of Sight, in this case the ability to see beauty beneath ugliness, power beneath simplicity, and possibility beneath limitation.
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