Carrots Love Tomatoes: Secrets of Companion Planting for Successful GardeningEmploys a dictionary format to furnish information on the characteristics and uses of plants that promote the growth of other varieties, offering descriptions of helpful weeds and insect-repellent plants. |
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... cause many plants to die if they did not have a waterproof surface . This common waterproofing on plant leaves is a wax which is produced within the leaf and is spread on its surface to form a protective wrapper , the reason some leaves ...
... cause many plants to die if they did not have a waterproof surface . This common waterproofing on plant leaves is a wax which is produced within the leaf and is spread on its surface to form a protective wrapper , the reason some leaves ...
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... cause intense irritation and burning of the mouth and tongue . milkweeds Leaves and stems asparagus Spears contain mercaptan , a substance which may cause kidney irritation if eaten in large amounts ; young stems ; D Whole plant Bulbs ...
... cause intense irritation and burning of the mouth and tongue . milkweeds Leaves and stems asparagus Spears contain mercaptan , a substance which may cause kidney irritation if eaten in large amounts ; young stems ; D Whole plant Bulbs ...
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... causes digestive upset but not usually serious . Berries fatal Green hull juice ; D Leaves Leaves and seeds cause severe poisoning ; may be fatal . Foliage and green berries may be fatal . All parts fatal Leaves and berries Whole plant ...
... causes digestive upset but not usually serious . Berries fatal Green hull juice ; D Leaves Leaves and seeds cause severe poisoning ; may be fatal . Foliage and green berries may be fatal . All parts fatal Leaves and berries Whole plant ...
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