Aphid is the common name for the insects belonging to the superfamily Aphidoidea, within the order Hemiptera. All aphids are small, soft-bodied insects with long, slender mouthparts, and pear-shaped insects with long legs and antennae. Most species of aphids have a pair of tube-like structures called cornicles projecting backward out of their bodies’ hind ends…
Japan is the country of origin for bonsai, and it is an old, method of gardening. In bonsai a plant is grown so compact and tightly, then when it is removed from its shallow base, the plant holds its well-grown roots and soil-forming a compact ball. Kokedama is a style of Japanese Bonsai where you…
Powdery mildew is a disease that affects a wide range of plants, including agronomic crops, fruit, vegetable, and herbaceous and woody ornamentals. It is caused by many different species of fungi. The disease is easy to diagnose as its symptoms are quite distinctive. All powdery mildew fungi require living plant tissue to grow. The important…
Fertilizer placement can be done in three ways, namely, Broadcast top placement (dressing/side dressing), Localized placement (top dressing/side dressing). Localized fertilizer placement is in two ways; Band application, Circular application. The last placement method is Fertigation placement. A fertilizer application is done in four ways. Broadcasting fertilizer is frequently done after the crop has been harvested, in…
Mainly there are three essential nutrients Carbon(C), Hydrogen (H), Oxygen(O). These are non-fertilizer elements. Practical Applications and Tips for Effective Use of Plant Nutrient Knowledge Understanding the role of various nutrients in plant growth is crucial for anyone involved in agriculture, gardening, or environmental science. This knowledge not only enhances plant health and yield but…
Long-term preservation of organisms either plant or animal in the best possible condition is known as specimen preservation. Why are Specimens Preserved? How Do Collect and Preserve Insects? Preservation of insects is the best way of learning about insects. It enables us to learn more information than books. And it enables us to identify insects…
