Galileo discovered from the movement of sunspots that the Sun rotates on its own axis, and each revolution takes about an earth month. However, because the Sun is fluid not solid, it spins faster at its equator (27 days) than at the poles (35 days).
Boxwood is considered to be a low-maintenance shrub, but certain practices are recommended to keep the plants healthy. The fall is the best time for boxwood planting and mulching, while the winter is the ideal time for pruning, thinning, and protection. Boxwood can be planted in the spring, which is also the time for monitoring insects. Inspection of plants for insects should continue in the summer, during which time there should be attention to weed control and the watering needs of the plants.
Wood from all Pinus species is considered a softwood. It is generally fast growing, takes nails well, and is heavily used in construction. Heart pine is a common name for two species of southern yellow pine, the longleaf pine (Pinus palustris) and loblolly pine (P. taeda). Anatomy of a Tree. All wood has an outer sapwood layer and an inner heartwood. The sapwood is the transport system of the tree, moving water and nutrients up from the roots.