Articles filed under Gardening
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Wee veggies: Giving thanks for small blessingsDec 04, 2015 5:00 am - My Brussels sprouts are looking underdeveloped, to say the least. They're slow to size up this year, as are those of several neighbors, even the farmer down the road. ...
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Five houseplants anyone can growNov 15, 2015 6:17 am - I have a green thumb. In fact, I have two of them. I love plants and enjoy the challenge of growing new trees, shrubs, perennials and annuals every year. Most new acquis...
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Plant bulbs in containers to get a start on springNov 15, 2015 6:10 am - For a unique bulb display in spring, plant bulbs in containers. It is possible to layer bulbs in the container to create a dramatic display of bulbs. Keep the containers...
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Portraits capture heirlooms worth preservingNov 13, 2015 4:45 am - Through the centuries, plant-minded painters and photographers have explored the beauty of fragrant roses, exotic orchids and luscious fruit. In this lineup, the garden ...
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Prepare the ground under your steppingstones to prevent cracksNov 12, 2015 5:00 am - Install steppingstones in garden beds where you frequently need to walk. The stones come in a wide variety of materials, and choose a style that complements your house, ...
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The hidden world of exhibition chrysanthemumsNov 10, 2015 5:00 am - The chrysanthemum might be the floral finale of the season, but the gardener has to work hard to make this flower rise to the occasion. Even the most skilled use of form...
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Ready your evergreens for ravages of winterNov 08, 2015 5:00 am - We've enjoyed a lovely autumn with seasonal temperatures and lots of sunny days. While gardeners appreciate lots of rain-free days to work in the garden, evergreen plant...
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Gardening's dazzling deceptions found in catalogsNov 08, 2015 12:01 am - How much time have you spent over the years going through catalogs or the Internet looking for that plant or seed that you fell in love with and had to have? Winter is a...
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Fall is still a busy time for gardenersNov 01, 2015 7:20 am - After a killing frost, remove dead plant debris from annual and vegetable beds. Sanitation is especially important if you have had disease in your planting beds. Remove ...
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Now's the time to plant crocuses, daffodilsOct 31, 2015 7:15 am - Crocuses are ideal bulbs for naturalizing, for rock gardens or for under-planting beneath tall trees. They may be scattered in lawns, but their grasslike foliage must re...