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Apr 1, 2003

April Fools

March has been fooling around acting like February, so I am going to collect an April Fools gallery of photos from my garden. Let's hope the photos document the arrival of Spring in a big way! Don't look out the window, Be Happy! Happy Spring from my Pennsylvania garden to you! ...

Feb 1, 2003

A Cottage Garden Valentine

Valentine's Day is right around the corner. So what are you going to do this year? You'll find plenty of ideas here! Valentine's Day is the perfect holiday for gardeners!

Dec 31, 2002

All America Selections for Cottage Gardens

The All America Selections for 2003 include several -- or maybe more than several -- new flowers for cottage gardeners to grow and enjoy in the coming new year.

Nov 30, 2002

Raking Leaves

Every year we have more leaves to rake than the year before. Raking Raking Raking! OR are there other ways to cope with the deluge?

Oct 31, 2002

The Ghouls In My Garden

What's your worst garden nightmare? How does it compare to mine? Don't let your fears get the best of you! Read my list and weep (tears of shared grief, frustration or laughter, your choice) and then tell us yours!

Sep 30, 2002

Plant More Bulbs! Please!

Plant bulbs! Plant more bulbs! You'll be so glad you did. Spring bulb planting tips and techniques from crocus to tulips and daffodils.

Aug 1, 2002

The Duckeys' Swim Adventure

This photo-story by special guest author and photographer Natalie Martin celebrates children, gardens, tacky yard art and creativity. It features a heroic cameo appearance by our old and dear friend from past adventures, Piggy. The drama takes place in our own cottage garden, of course. Please share this story with the ...

Jul 27, 2002

Cottage Garden Sensations

A cottage garden stimulates all of our five senses and brings creative inspiration to us all, young and old alike. When is the last time you explored the jungle out there!

Jun 20, 2002

Gardening on the Internet: Bookmarks to Keep

This hand-picked collection of links to gardening sites will help you become familiar with the variety of sites that are available, and get you started with your own personal collection of gardening-related bookmarks. Use these sites for research and background information, to answer questions about the garden for yourself and others, ...

May 30, 2002

Mulching: Mimicry or Murder?

How much mulch is the right amount? How can a gardener tell? Why mulch in the first place? Are you guilty of over mulching? Or do you never mulch at all?

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