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Gardening
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It's time to order, plant tulip bulbs
Sep 23, 2018 7:00 AM - Tulips are a colorful feast for the eyes after a long, dreary winter. Small species and botanical tulips are appetizers; the late-flowering varieties are dessert. -
Before moving houseplants in for the winter, inspect themSep 23, 2018 6:00 AM - Q. How do I keep unwelcome guests out of my houseplants?
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Fall's a great time to plant trees and shrubsSep 23, 2018 6:00 AM - Fall is a good time to plant trees and shrubs -- the best time, in fact, for most of them.
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Deer like to rub antlers on certain tree trunks
Sep 23, 2018 6:00 AM - It is time to protect the trunks of smooth-barked trees, such as young maples, from deer rubs. Deer rub their antlers on trees and will typically use the trunks of smooth-barked trees. -
Many plants can be poisonous to pets and livestock
Sep 23, 2018 6:00 AM - Plant toxicity is directly related to dosage. How many were eaten, how healthy was the animal, how long do the toxins persist and what can be done? -
A moonlit garden brightens shortening days
Sep 21, 2018 7:47 AM - It is a little disheartening to watch the sun set earlier each evening as we say goodbye to summer, don't you agree? So brighten the dusk (and your mood) by including more plants with white flowers or silver foliage. -
When to plant bulbs in the fall? Science, nature offer clues
Sep 16, 2018 6:00 AM - To ensure that bulbs planted in the fall will bloom in early spring, timing is important. -
Fall aeration leads to a healthier lawnSep 16, 2018 6:00 AM - Q. Sept. 15 is National Aerate your lawn day. I thought you were only supposed to aerate your lawn in the spring. Can you explain?
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As autumn arrives, there's much to do in the garden
Sep 16, 2018 6:00 AM - With the changing of the seasons comes specific work that needs to be done in your garden and to your lawn to keep it healthy. -
Some summer annuals can remain in fall containers
Sep 9, 2018 7:00 AM - With Labor Day behind us and school back in session, our thoughts turn to autumn. While it is not yet time to head to the pumpkin patch, it is time to update our containers for fall.
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