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11/11/09
Overcoming Frost and Snow
There are still perennials blooming out there despite the snow and frost we've received! As I was riding my bike past the gardens of my neighborhood during this beautiful weather we've had, I spotted some late blooming perennials and shrubs among the yellow, red and orange fall foliage. Here’s what I saw if you’re looking for LATE season color:
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11/10/09
Putting the Garden to Bed
We’ve finally gotten our October weather in November, and we’ve had a few glorious days to get out in the garden and get all those last minute chores done for the winter.
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10/26/09
Cutting Back Perennials in the Garden
I am often asked: “When is the best time to cut back my perennials – right now in the fall, or wait until spring?” In my opinion, the short and easy answer is: “Spring”. If you really want to talk about it though, I’ll have to start with “Well, it depends…”.
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10/15/09
Planting Peonies with a Plan
Fall is a fine time to plant peonies in the bare root form. You can
plant them the same time you are planting your bulbs, just as the trees
are starting to change color. You want to plant them where they will
get full sun, 6 hours or more is the best but no less than 4 hours per
day.
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10/08/09
Fall for Mums this year!
Need color to brighten your days? As the days become shorter and night-time temperatures drop, it’s the perfect time of year to brighten your garden with garden chrysanthemums.
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10/05/09
Bulb Planting 101
If you visit the neighborhood garden center this month, you’ll find large displays of bulbs, such as tulips, daffodils, crocus and countless others, that need to be planted in the fall.
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10/02/09
Falling For Fall
I guess I am a fair-weather gardener. When fall arrived with a sudden cool, windy flourish recently, I was rather shocked to find myself rejoicing!
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09/22/09
Fall Fire Cracker Vine
Mina lobata, commonly knows as Spanish Flag or Fire Cracker Vine is a great fall annual to try growing from seed.
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05/12/09
Get the Most From Your Trip to the Garden Center
As the weather heats up, your yard and garden is ready for some extra attention. Those first walks outdoors often generate a trip to a local garden center.
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04/30/09
Annuals, Pt. 3 of 3
Containers are an excellent way of providing an accent of color around the patio, pool or other areas.
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