#Pyrethrum

[heaveninawildflower]

Pyrethrum (1910-1923) by Fritz Lang.

Woodblock print.

© Victoria and Albert Museum, London, 2024.

[indigrassy]

There's always gonna be another mountain

[negmo-photograph]

満開

full bloom.

Apr.2023

OM SYSTEM OM-D E-M5MarkIII

M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 25mm F1.8

[ancientibis]

I potted up a pyrethrum plant just today lol

[rainy-day-wizard]

did an art of my oc Pyrethrum everyone clap and cheer for him or i'll blow up this entire building <3

[farmerstrend]

Pyrethrum farming in Kenya beats tea and coffee sectors in earnings

Despite facing underfunding challenges, the pyrethrum enterprise remains the most lucrative agribusiness sector in Kenya, according to the latest price list released by the Pyrethrum Processing Company of Kenya (PPCK). Pyrethrum farmers in 19 growing counties are earning an average of Sh200 and a maximum of Sh750 for every kilo of dry flowers delivered to the Nakuru-based factory this year…

[jobskenyaplace]

VARIOUS TENDER NOTICE MAY 2025 - PPCK

PYRETHRUM PROCESSING COMPANY OF KENYA LTD TENDER MAY 2025  TENDER NOTICE Pyrethrum Processing Company of Kenya Limited invites sealed bids from eligible and qualified bidders for the following tenders; S/NO Tender reference Tender descriptions Eligibility Deadline 001 PPCK/PROC/OT/1235/2025- 2026/2026-2027 Tender for supply of fuel and lubricants using fuel cards OPEN 02/07/2025 at…

[crispymiilk]

zipp and pipp redesigns (notes under the cut)

- theyre still sisters, but they were seperated at birth

- ponies born after equestrias magic disappeared are all blank flanks

- pyre (zipp) and all the other pegasi can still fly, but they cant control the weather or walk on clouds without magic

- pyres full name is pyrethrum but she thinks it sounds dumb

[scotianostra]

June 10th 1903 saw the floral clock in Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh, begin operation

Driven by clockwork and with only an hour hand it was the first of its kind in the world.

Each year the planting scheme commemorates a special anniversary.In 1973, an electric motor was installed to keep the clock hands moving. Before then the clock’s mechanism had to be wound daily.

The clock is not only an immaculately tended floral display in the shape of a clock, it also tells the correct time. The planting schemes are designed by the Technical team in the Parks and Greenspace Service. The colourful displays take 30,000 plants, and a variety of flower and foliage plants are used in the designs. All are of a dwarf nature, suitable for carpet bedding, including annuals such as Lobelia, Pyrethrum and Golden Moss and succulents such as Echeveria and Sedum.

The man we have to thank is Edinburgh Parks Superintendent, John McHattie.

The 2025 design is currently being planted, and it is expected to be completed soon. The RNIB has been chosen for this year's subject. The clock will mark the 200th anniversary of the invention of braille - and it will be in full bloom from June through to September.

The most recent pics taken a week ago are from my good friend Alistair Dawson.

[selfmaderibcageman]

#Tradle #907 2/6

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Tradle #907 4/6

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[angiec333]

Painted daisy, also known as Pyrethrum daisy (Tanacetum coccineum)

[indigrassy]

I'm working late, 'cause I'm a stingerrr

[negmo-photograph]

虫は近寄れない

Insects can't get close.

Apr.2023

OM SYSTEM OM-D E-M5MarkIII

M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 60mm F2.8 Macro

[teawithhazel]

A Witch's Quick Guide to Chrysanthemum

Fall is creeping around the corner and these flowers are becoming a common site at farm markets and floral shops.

Name: Chrysanthemum or mum

Native Range: Asia and Northeastern Europe

Identifying Traits: Bright, daisy like petals that come in a wide variety of colors with lobed leaves.

Edible Parts: Flowers, stems, and young leaves.

WARNING Only a few species of mum are edible; Chrysanthemum indicum and Chrysanthemum morifolium. All mums contain pyrethrum, an insecticide that can be toxic in large amounts.

Most mums that are seen commonly are decorative mums that are not recommended for use as food.

Lookalikes: Asters, daisies, and the leaves can resemble mugwort.

Correspondences: Balance, Joy, Life, Rebirth, Friendship, and Repelling Negativity/ Protection.

Always remember to do your research when identifying plants. If you're not sure, don't eat it!

[divine-nonchalance]

Growing Vegetables in Grass

Instead of mowing the lawn, just mow some walking paths and leave the rest wild, and throw seeds in the tall grass of your favorite flowers and stuff you can eat.

In the short time I had my own garden I experimented with different techniques of gardening and I discovered that my vegetables grew best when sown in untouched grass.

The seeds germinated faster because of the higher moisture from the dew, which slides down and goes into the soil, so it's a self-watering system even when it doesn't ever rain.

I also found frogs and lizards which otherwise wouldn't be there, the tall grass protects them from birds seeing them, and they eat the insects that eat the veggies.

It slows down evaporation because the soil is shaded and grass is always naturally paired with mycorrhizal fungi, meaning it's fungi that helps plants grow.

Often I see people walk all over their garden, compacting the soil, it's very important to have walking paths in your garden and stick to them, ideally they are swales filled with woodchips inoculated with edible mycorrhizal mushroom spores like the Garden Giant (aka King Stropharia aka Stropharia rugosoannulata) for example.

This way the walking path (ideally on contour if your land slopes) has multiple functions:

- catching rainwater so it has time to sink into the ground instead of evaporating - preventing soil from being washed away, slowing waterflow - production of edible mushrooms - reducing soil compaction since the woodchips act as a sponge and spread out your body weight over a larger area

Gardening this way you'll need much less water and no tilling required, which means less work and more time to enjoy and observe life, thus seeing the patterns and learning about how life works.

What about ticks you may wonder? The frogs and lizards eat them. And several plants and herbs can help repel ticks due to their strong scents or natural chemical compounds. Here’s a concise list of effective ones:

Lavender: Its strong fragrance repels ticks.

Rosemary: Contains oils that ticks dislike.

Garlic: Its sulfur compounds deter ticks.

Lemongrass: High in citronella, a known tick repellent.

Chrysanthemums: Contain pyrethrum, a natural insecticide.

Sage: Its pungent aroma repels ticks.

Mint (especially peppermint): Strong scent disrupts ticks. Grow in controlled areas to avoid spreading.

Marigolds: Emit a smell ticks avoid.

Eucalyptus: Its oil is a strong repellent. Plant or use diluted essential oil sprays.

[farmerstrend]

Pyrethrum Farmers in Kenya Calls For The Sectors Revival

The Pyrethrum Growers Association has urged the government to include farmers in their County Integrated Plans and form an economic block in order to revive the sector since the globe is shifting from synthetic to natural pesticides. Speaking during the inter county pyrethrum value chain convened by the National Council of Churches (NCCK), County Executive Committee Member of Agriculture…