Articles filed under Gardening
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Decorative trees options for landscaped areaJul 21, 2013 1:00 am - Q. We need a small decorative tree for the center circle in our driveway. We have boxwood with roses between — then closer to the center, a circle of day lilies and then...
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Tips to properly arrange a fresh cut bouquetJul 16, 2013 1:00 am - When you cut summer flowers for indoor display, do so during a cool part of the day and put them in water as quickly as possible. Remove any foliage that will be under t...
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Take this quiz to learn your kitchen styleJul 14, 2013 1:00 am - A kitchen remodel is a big investment, and there are so many decisions to be made. Depending on your needs and personality, find out which design style works best for yo...
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Invite hummingbirds and butterflies to your gardenJul 13, 2013 1:00 am - There is a diversity of wildlife that call your garden home, but none are as welcomed as butterflies and hummingbirds. These brightly colored winged guests are attracted...
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Turning reclaimed wood into furnitureJul 12, 2013 5:00 am - Three years ago, a visionary project called the Urban Tree Forge almost toppled with the death of founder John Metzler. It could have disappeared altogether if not for o...
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Ants help process a compost pileJul 12, 2013 1:00 am - Q. With all this rain we have been getting, there is a very large ant kingdom in my compost bin. Can I use Diazinon in the compost bin? If so, is that good to be mixing ...
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Poll Vault: Do you grow anything in your backyard?Jul 12, 2013 12:00 am - Apparently, it's time to pick the cherries. A tree in our backyard is bursting with fruit. Sour cherries are practically falling off the branches. It was winter when we ...
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Art in the garden: Use more vines in your landscapeJul 10, 2013 6:00 am - As you walk through your landscape, look for spots where you might include vines. They can be utilized to dress up a view, cover a bare spot, provide a lush backdrop for...
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Scale, an insect, can stress out magnolia treesJul 10, 2013 5:00 am - This is the time of year to check magnolia trees closely for scale, an insect that can cause the tree to thin out. The flat scale insects typically are found on the und...
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Five great spots for an ottomanJul 07, 2013 1:00 am - Here's how I wake up every morning: I pour myself a big cup of coffee, then settle into my favorite chair with my feet propped up on an ottoman. As the caffeine works it...