Recent Blog Posts
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May 1, 2012
Short on garden space? If you build a trellis you'll get at least two crops of veggies and/or fruits in the same space as it takes to grow just one. Plus, as your plants are trained to grow upwards, they will get more light and air. And sunnier, dryer conditions mean less mildew and mold.
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May 1, 2012
When working on top of prepared soil, kneel on a piece of plywood to distribute your weight. Whatever you decide to plant, do all you can by reaching into your freshly prepared garden beds rather than flattening the soil with your sturdily clad feet.
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April 1, 2012
It seems everyone's into gardening, but if you're a novice (or an old green thumb) it may seem a little intimidating. So here are some suggestions to help you grow a bountiful harvest and remember.
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April 1, 2012
Is your deck ready for friends, family and barbecues or are there loose boards with nails popping up?
Do a deck check and, if it's the latter, a little TLC will keep it from looking like a wreck. This time of year cleaning and re-sealing is good but don't stop there.
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March 7, 2012
Camellias are evergreens. Their flowers are usually large and conspicuous, one to 12 cm in diameter. The colors of the flowers vary from white through pink colors to red. The various species of camellia plants are generally well-adapted to acidic soils rich in humus.
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March 7, 2012
Winter weather can wreck serious havoc on your trees and shrubs. Now's the time to inspect yours. Before they leaf out, check for cracks, splits, hanging limbs, exposed roots and or leaning.
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March 7, 2012
Spring pruning of all types of roses is vital. Start working when foliage emerges. Clean clippers with alcohol before and after use on roses to minimize spreading disease. Start by removing all dead wood. Then individual stems should be cut back to about half of their mature size.
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March 1, 2012
Before spring rolls around, a great way to start your garden inside the house is with the help of leftover egg cartons. Fill empty egg cartons half-way with a mild soil mixture and green pepper or tomato plants or whatever you would like to plant.
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March 1, 2012
How to Enjoy a Fine Vine all Summer Long
Often located at the entrance to a garden or patio area, a "pergola" is a vine-covered gateway that's crawling with flowering vines and can help even a small space feel distinctive.
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February 1, 2012
If your green thumb is itching to get back to your garden, then here's an idea to help scratch it. Prepare seed tapes, which are a clever way to make your spring planting go really quick and seem like less of a chore. Plus, seed tapes perfectly space your plants.
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