Articles for tag: Conquistador, Spanish Moss

Karla News

Spanish Moss: Facts and Fiction

One of my favorite plants is Spanish moss (Tillandsia usneoides). No one in the Southeast, the natural range of Spanish moss, needs to be shown a picture of it. Spanish moss, with its eerie layers growing on old trees, gives any scene a distinctly southern Gothic appearance. Spanish moss: the facts Spanish moss is neither ...

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Florida’s Majestic Oak Trees

When one envisions Florida, there is usually a picture that comes to mind of a sandy beach somewhere, with coconut-filled palm trees, that sway in the balmy breeze, not gnarly ancient trees that look like the trunks of elephants. But deep in central Florida and parts of north, there are one hundred to four hundred ...

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What to Do with Those Plastic Frosting Cups

To save time many people use canned frosting that will allow them to simply open and smooth it onto the cake. Some people save the plastic cans for kids’ beverages, some people make pencil holders out of them. Here are other cute crafts that are much more impressive. The icing cups make the cutest little ...

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Hide Your Ugly Septic Tank Pipe

Many yards have ugly septic tank pipes sticking up out of the ground, but not all yards have ones that stand out in the open. In some cases, the septic pipes are hidden amongst trees, bushes or other coverings. If you have one that glares at people from your front yard, or one that’s impossible ...

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Growing Your Own Spanish Moss

If you have at least one sturdy tree growing on your property you can grow your own Spanish moss. Spanish moss is not considered a plant of sorts, like the ones that are grown in the ground. It’s an air plant, because it lives and feeds off the particles and nutrients floating around in the ...

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Giant Flower Garden Wedding or Party Backdrop

Look no further! You’ve finally found what you can use as the backdrop for your wedding or other celebration. A giant flower garden is the perfect place where a person can stand to have gorgeous pictures taken for any special occasion. It does take a good bit of time to make the garden but it ...

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Make Your Own Chia Pets and Other Characters

A plant is such a simple thing, but when you set it inside or out, it can instantly change the appearance of the environment. Plants and flowers add beauty to our yards, our tables and even our hair! Plants are popular for decorating our homes or even to give as gifts. Call a flower shop ...

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Create a Hanging Garden Cherub for Spring

Are you looking for a craft project to complete on a cold, winter afternoon? If so, you may want to think about creating a hanging garden cherub. In my experience, it’s a great way to chase away cabin fever and get your home partially dressed up for spring. The cherubs are also fairly easy to ...