Plants for Containers
Outdoor culture of ornamental trees, shrubs, annuals and perennials has shown a marked increase in recent years.
Container culture
Gardeners find that by using planters, tubs, pots and good cultural practices, they can overcome the problems of poor soil found in many local gardens.
The limitations imposed by paved surfaces and restricted...... >Read More
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Planting Trees and Shrubs
If you're planting new trees and shrubs this spring, don't spoil them by enriching the soil with organic matter. A hole full of compost and soft organic matter is a comfortable area for the roots and they aren't likely to spread into the surrounding soil. If the roots don't anchor themselves firmly by spreading, the plant is likely to... >Read More
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Guidelines to Using Manure in the Garden
Animal manure is not only a good fertilizer but it also helps to condition the soil. Here are some guidelines for using manure in the garden:
Don't use dog or cat manure. These manures often carry diseases that can be spread to children.
Never use fresh manure, since it contains soluble nitrogen compounds and ammonia that can burn plants...... >Read More
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Mulching
One of the finishing touches to any garden is mulch. It performs a wide range of functions in the garden besides simply dressing the bed or border. Mulch helps deter weeds, maintain moisture, lower soil temperatures and eliminate soil erosion. Despite the multitude of tasks it accomplishes most of us give it little or no thought and go with... >Read More
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Planning for Daffodils
After winter we are all ready for the wonders of spring. One of the cheeriest sights are the bright yellow faces of the daffodils. However, late summer and early fall is the time we need to be planting and nurturing our jonquils to make sure they are bright and healthy later.
Planting a bulb garden is a family project. You... >Read More
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Yearly Beauty
New Perennials for the garden (and some old favorites…)
While each new year brings the return of many plants to the garden, none seem quite as miraculous as the perennials. Where seemingly nothing remains, they burst forth in spring, or quietly sneak up on June to provide bursts of colors that enliven the garden without the expense (or labor)...... >Read More
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A Berry Nice Time of Year
Fall is that time of year when we begin to gather the shucks and pumpkins from the fields, even if it’s only to decorate the lamppost at the end of the driveway. We are not the only ones bringing in the harvest; Mother Nature has done a good job of stocking the pantry for her little progeny, and we... >Read More
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Creative Storage
Storage! Is there ever enough? For most of us storage continues to... >more
Gardening in Small Spaces
If you’re itching to get your hands in the dirt, don’t let... >more
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