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Mammy Croton Plant

 The Mammy Croton (Codiaeum variegatum mammy) plant has such pretty red colors! It is a tropical houseplant but can be outdoors during the summer months.  Water: Apply enough water so that the soil remains moist but not soggy. Temperature: Keep above 50 degrees Fahrenheit Location: Pot friendly

Riptide Scalloped Hammerhead Shark

Adopted a new girl shark named Riptide. Purchased her tracker with a Hammerhead plushy.  Fahlo

Butternut Squash

  80 days. Beautiful harvest of uniform 2–3-pound fruit with thick meaty necks. Wonderful flavor. Water: Apply enough water so that the soil remains moist but not soggy. Temperature: Plant in full sun.  Location: Pot friendly

Cilantro

 Cilantro (Coriondrum sativum) is an herb. Cilantro in Texas needs part shade. It has lacy leaves, plant sends up a long, lanky flower stalk that bears white or pinkish blossoms. Has a pungent, citrusy aroma and taste. Leaves are used when fresh, seeds are used when dried.  Water: Apply enough water so that the soil remains moist but not soggy. Height: 20' H x 8-10' W Temperature: Can withstand the cold to 32 degree F Location: Poy friendly Link: Plant needs and parts (2.9A) (teachingwithsimplystef.blogspot.com)

Succulent

  Succulents prefer a bright light which can be provided from a south window. If placed outdoors, avoid direct sun during the hottest part of the day. At least a half day of sun is required for best growth. Sunlight:  Indoor - Best in bright light Outdoors - 6 plus hours of sun is recommended Water: Water thoroughly when soil is dry to touch. Allow soil to dry between waterings.  Temperature: 55-90 degrees Do not allow to freeze - it does not like the cold! Nutrition: Fertilize monthly with a water soluble food

Shark Tracker

  I am now tracking 5 Hammerhead sharks and 1 Silky Shark 1. Poseidon (Hammerhead) 2. Chum (Hammerhead) 3. Swim Shady (Hammerhead) 4. Mia (Hammerhead) 5. Anchor (Hammerhead) 6. Papaya (Silky) 7. Riptide (Scalloped Hammerhead) Fahlo