an ice cube, a glass of cold water, and a swimming pool are each exposed to the same amount of sunlight on a hot day. after five minutes, the ice cube is melted and the cold drink is two degrees warmer, but the temperature of the swimming pool remains unchanged. what is the ...
The tree is known for the strong wintergreen scent of its bark and leaves. Culture: Sweet birch prefers deep, fertile, moist, well-drained soil that is slightly acidic. The tree is hardy to Zone 3 and will grow on rocky, dry sites in the wild, but hot, dry sites should be avoided if possible. It has been able to handle heavy soils in the Midwest.
Plant Taxonomy of Rose of Sharon: Plant taxonomy classifies rose of sharon, also called althaea or althea, as Hibiscus syriacus. Plant Type: Rose of sharon is a deciduous flowering shrub. USDA Plant Hardiness Zones: The climate is most favorable for growing rose of sharon bushes in USDA plant hardiness zones 5-9.ose of sharon blooms profusely, and its attractive flowers are its main selling point. Like other types of hibiscus, its flowers bear a striking stamen. Another feature giving the shrub value is its relatively late period of blooming (in the Northeastern U.S., it blooms in August).