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GARDENING Buckwheat flowers Common Yarrow By Amanda Levine Flowers and plants can certainly brighten up a dark home or dull office space and rejuvenate a failing garden. Although they may look like they don’t do much more than sit in a pot, you’d be surprised to learn that certain plants have incredible, almost magical powers, making their surrounding environments safer and healthier. For all those mavens with green thumbs, and for those novices who are not so garden savvy, there are many plants available today in your local nurseries or garden shops that are easy to grow and maintain and that actually serve as helping hands in purifying homes and gardens. Plants that are good for the home or workplace: Areca Palm - This plant helps to take in toxins from paints and pesticides that can be the cause of headaches, lung problems, and sore/irritated throats. They require a lot of watering and sunlight to survive and thrive. Other palm plants that have similar benefits include the Date Palm and the Lady Palm. Spider Plant - Easier to maintain than the Areca Palm, this plant helps to take carbon monoxide out of the home’s atmosphere. When a person breathes in too much carbon monoxide, headaches, dizziness, and in extreme cases, death can result. Peace Lily - The Peace Lily is a plant that helps to remove alcohols and formaldehyde from the air in a home. The plants are easy to maintain because they do not require much light and do not attract many insects. The Peace Lily also benefits people with allergies because they help remove “allergenic microbes” in the air. However, for families with small children or pets, please be advised that the Peace Lily can be a serious danger because its leaves are toxic if ingested. Boston Fern - Although they are somewhat difficult to maintain because of their need for light, Boston Ferns help to remove formaldehyde and add moisture into the air of any indoor workplace. Bromeliads - Bromeliads are extremely beneficial for the home, especially for people who have trouble sleeping at night. These plants release more oxygen at night than during the day, purifying the air. Some studies show that rooms with cleaner air are more conducive for nighttime sleep. Plants that are good for the garden: Buckwheat Flowers - These flowers help reduce the number of insects present in a garden by attracting more beneficial insects, which feed on the harmful ones. Buckwheat flowers, which range in color from yellow to pink, attract bugs such as hover flies, which help pollinate plants. Ladybugs, which help kill a variety of harmful bugs and their eggs, are also attracted to Buckwheat flowers. Cross Vines - If you prefer to plant vines on a wall or fence around your home, cross vines are the perfect Florida plant. They grow and bloom in almost any condition, and are resistant to the droughts that South Florida is often plagued with. They do not attract any bugs, keeping surrounding areas free of pests. Yarrow Plants - There are many benefits to having a Yarrow plant in your garden. Like the Buckwheat Boston Fern Spider Plant 102 SEPTEMBER 2008
flowers, Yarrows help to attract beneficial bugs, reducing the need to use harmful pesticides. They grow in sunny conditions and are drought resistant, making them ideal for Florida. In herbal medicine, the Yarrow is used as a remedy for many different illnesses including colds and the flu, and can help stop nose bleeds. However, if you plan to use the Yarrow plant for a natural remedy, it is important to consult a doctor to learn the proper way to prepare the plant. Winter Rye - Despite its chilly sounding name, this plant does not thrive during the winter, and has the ability to survive in hot and dry conditions. Winter Rye releases compounds that help to stop weeds from growing in a garden, and when planted close to other garden plants, does not need much fertilizer to survive. THANK YOU FOR VOTING US THE BEST VET OF 2008 BROOKSIDE ANIMAL HOSPITAL Open 7 Days a Week • Convenient Early Morning Drop-offs & Evening Pick-ups • Complete Medical, Diagnostic & Surgical Facilities Have A Microchip $15.00 OFF 10625 Wiles Rd. • Coral Springs • In Brookside Square • www.brooksidevet.com 24 Hour On Call Emergency Service 954-755-5540 Implanted In Your Pet 1 per household. Not valid with any other coupons or discounts. All pets must be up to date with all vaccines at the time of service. Expires 9/30/08 We now offer Non-Anesthetic Dentals Please call for more info • Air Conditioned Boarding Facilities • Spacious Dog Runs & Kitty Condos • Pet Day Care Available THE PATIENT AND ANY OTHER PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR PAYMENT HAS A RIGHT TO REFUSE PAY, CANCEL PAYMENT OR BE REIMBURSED FOR PAYMENT FOR ANY OTHER SERVICES, EXAMINATION OR TREATMENT WHICH IS PERFORMED AS A RESULT OF AND WITHIN 72 HOURS OF RESPONDING TO THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR THE FEE, DISCOUNTED FEE, OR REDUCED FEE SERVICE, EXAMINATION OR TREATMENT. Amanda Levine is a summer intern beginning her Senior year at Stoneman Douglas High in Parkland. She is interested in becoming a professional journalist. Bromeliad GRAND OPENING Holmberg/Johnson Rd PUBLIX State Rd 7 GROOMING WITH A NATURAL TOUCH • Natural Shampoos for Grooming • 20 Years Experience • Certified by N.D.G.A.A. and CAH $5 OFF FULL GROOM * Full Groom Includes: Bath, Ear Cleaning, Anal Glands, Nail Clipping, Fluff Dry, Haircut & Styling Special Services on Terriers - Hand Stripping and Carding *This coupon is good for one groom only and this offer is limited to one dog per family. Coupons cannot be combined with any other offers. Expires Sept 30, 2008 FREE NAIL CLIPPING * UP TO $15 VALUE FOR ANY WALK-IN *This coupon is limited to one dog per family. Coupons cannot be combined with any other offers. Expires Sept 30, 2008 954-421-1332 6536 N State Rd 7 Coconut Creek Coral Creek Shoppes the PARKLANDER 103
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