Bearded Irises are a beautiful addition to any garden and they are easy to grow. For best results, plant iris rhizomes in late summer. This is also the best time to divide and replant existing...
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I’ll be the first to admit that a lush, emerald green lawn is hard to ignore and if I didn’t have grass to cut I personally would be disappointed but taking care of all of that turf can...
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Drought is a real problem these days in the state of California as well as other areas of the United States. The problem is so significant that Californians have been forced to limit their water...
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If you are a fan of English cottage gardens than you probably know all about Hollyhocks. Despite it being considered “old-fashioned” by some gardeners the Hollyhock is still as revered...
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When you say perennial vines most gardeners, with good reason, immediately think of Clematis. After all, it is hard to beat a Clematis vine for the beauty it can bring year after year but there are...
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This month is all about the color pink. I don’t think I’ve seen a color yet that has so many adjectives attached to it. It’s associated with romance and beauty by many of us but...
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Have you ever noticed that even in the largest cities you can always seem to find a park with a path that winds through a peaceful woodland location? Whether it was walking through Christopher...
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Who doesn’t enjoy the beach? If I close my eyes I can almost feel the warmth of the summer sun, smell the salt air and picture a glorious sunset with the cool breeze on my skin. I can also...
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