Belonging to the iris family, gladiolus is a flower whose name is derived from the Latin word gladius, meaning sword. In English, it is also frequently referred to as the sword lily. Its etymology stems not only from the shape of its leaves, which are long and pointed and resemble swords, but also from the fact that it was the flower given to Roman gladiators who would win in the arena. Hence, in addition to other connotations, gladiolus symbolizes victory. Read the rest of this entry »
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Sprinkler Irrigation Systems, Which to Choose
Sprinkler irrigation systems are rainfall-like methods of distributing water throughout soil. Water is distributed through a network of pipes by pumping, which—through spray heads—sprays it into the air, breaks it up into tiny drops falling to the soil. It is one of four basic irrigation methods; the other three are subsurface, surface or gravity Read the rest of this entry »
Agricultural Biodiversity 