Chayote is a perennial tropical vine. However, gardeners as far north as USDA Hardiness Zone 7 can successfully grow chayote. The plants thrive at lower elevations in California and the Southwest, and in the warmer valleys of Oregon and Washington. Growing chayote in Florida is simple, especially in the southern parts of the state. In ...
Italian herbs such as basil, parsley, oregano and rosemary are what gives Italian food its distinct flavor. Bring a little piece of Italy into your garden by growing your own Italian herbs. Here are a few tips for growing these aromatic and flavorful herbs. Basil is a very forgiving and easy herb to grow. Basil ...
Anyone who owns cats and dogs, especially those that go outside, is probably familiar with the ordeal of fleas. And when your lawn and outdoor areas become infested as well, it may begin to seem as if there is no escape from the ankle-biting torture. There are things you can do to rid your lawn ...
Whipworm, Trichuris trichiura, is an intestinal parasite that can affect humans. It is a species of nematode. Whipworms can live in a human and cause no symptoms at all for quite some time. The likelihood of symptoms increases with the number of worms in the intestines. Symptoms may include: diarrhea, bloating, flatulence, constipation, anemia, abdominal ...
