Posted on 10/07/2010 | Comments (). Print. The average American woman enters menopause by age 51, but the hormone level shifts that trigger menopause can actually begin years, even decades earlier. Known as perimenopause, this condition can begin as early as age 35, and lasts anywhere from a few months to 10 years.Perimenopause vs. Menopause.The primary factor distinguishing perimenopause from menopause is menstruation.nown as perimenopause, this condition can begin as early as age 35, and lasts anywhere from a few months to 10 years. Perimenopause vs. Menopause. The primary factor distinguishing perimenopause from menopause is menstruation.
A good potting soil for African Violets actually contains no soil (or dirt) at all. A good potting soil will be very light and porous, a quality which enhances aeration, while keeping the soil moist, but not soggy.
Gravel mulch looks natural around lavender plants and helps prevent the soil from retaining too much moisture. Organic mulch holds moisture near the plant at the soil line and may encourage rot. French lavender doesn't need annual fertilization, but the plants benefit from a thin layer of compost every other year in late fall or winter. Pruning for Health and Reblooming Cut mature French lavender plants back by one-third to one-half if they don't seem to be getting off to a good start.