A cold frame is a useful tool that every gardener can benefit from. It can be used to jump-start your garden in the spring and to extend your harvest season in the fall. This enclosure helps to...
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I fear that many younger gardeners may not be familiar with what a pincushion actually is let alone the Pincushion Flower. For those readers who may not be familiar with a pincushion, it is a...
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As I write this we’re coming to the end of another 90 + degree day. Is there a better topic to write about than cool, refreshing water? It just feels cooler to write about it and I find...
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I have found Zucchini to be one of the easiest vegetables to grow. Unlike their cucumber cousins, they don’t spread like a vine but actually, form more of a bush. Although they have a...
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I’ve often found that visiting relatives in other areas of the country is a great way to discover and learn about new plants. The first time I came across Lantana was on a visit to my parents...
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Just because you don’t have a large backyard doesn’t mean you can’t have yummy fresh vegetables this summer. If you have a deck, balcony or patio than our urban gardening kit may...
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The Pineapple Lily of course! After all, he does live in a pineapple under the sea, doesn’t he? Please forgive my bad sense of humor but I needed a creative way to introduce a plant that many...
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As a result of vampire stories bats have earned a sinister reputation but the fact is they are a valuable asset to home gardeners. Not only do they play a role in pollinating plants they are...
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