Articles related to "Mid Atlantic Region"
Drought in the Mid-Atlantic States
Drought conditions are recurring in the Mid-Atlantic states for the second summer in a row. Here are some ideas to help your garden deal with this added stress.
drought • mid atlantic region • mid atlantic gardening • seasonal dry spell • water conservation
Drought conditions are recurring in the Mid-Atlantic states for the second summer in a row. Here are some ideas to help your garden deal with this added stress.
drought • mid atlantic region • mid atlantic gardening • seasonal dry spell • water conservation
Spring Flower Shows- 2002 Update: Part 2
More spring flower shows in the Atlantic Coast region.
spring flower shows • mid atlantic region • spring • flower shows • garden shows
More spring flower shows in the Atlantic Coast region.
spring flower shows • mid atlantic region • spring • flower shows • garden shows
Christmas Botany (Part I)- Oh Tannenbaum
Winter holidays are rife with botanical traditions- especially Christmas. Explore the tradition of the Christmas tree and its many origins.
christmas botany • traditional plants • botanical symbolism • evergreen tree • christmas tree
Winter holidays are rife with botanical traditions- especially Christmas. Explore the tradition of the Christmas tree and its many origins.
christmas botany • traditional plants • botanical symbolism • evergreen tree • christmas tree
Lawn Art Heaven in the Shenandoah Valley
One of the most interesting lawn art exhibitions in the Mid-Atlantic States lies in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. From alligators to zebras, this place has it all in solid durable concrete.
lawn art • shenadoah valley gardens • concrete lawn ornaments • virginia • garden paths
One of the most interesting lawn art exhibitions in the Mid-Atlantic States lies in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. From alligators to zebras, this place has it all in solid durable concrete.
lawn art • shenadoah valley gardens • concrete lawn ornaments • virginia • garden paths
National Tree or National Treasure?
The National Arbor Day Foundation is sponsoring an opinion poll on what tree Americans think should become the National Tree of the United States. Do we need a unifying symbol or should we celebrate our diversity?
tree • national tree • national symbol • national arborday foundation • trees
The National Arbor Day Foundation is sponsoring an opinion poll on what tree Americans think should become the National Tree of the United States. Do we need a unifying symbol or should we celebrate our diversity?
tree • national tree • national symbol • national arborday foundation • trees
Spring Ritual
Idle thoughts of a mid-Atlantic Gardener as he mindlessly Schhhllippp's his way through his vegetable garden patch in one of his annual rights of spring. Join him as tackles the great mysteries of the universe.
garden • spade • schhhllippp • exercise • soil
Idle thoughts of a mid-Atlantic Gardener as he mindlessly Schhhllippp's his way through his vegetable garden patch in one of his annual rights of spring. Join him as tackles the great mysteries of the universe.
garden • spade • schhhllippp • exercise • soil
That Early Harbinger of Fall- TheTupelo
A harbinger of more glorious color to come, the Tupelo genus splashes August with eye teasing reds. Learn more about this little know, yet common native tree of our eastern American woodlands.
tupelo tree • native eastern woodlands • sourgum • black tupelo • bee gums
A harbinger of more glorious color to come, the Tupelo genus splashes August with eye teasing reds. Learn more about this little know, yet common native tree of our eastern American woodlands.
tupelo tree • native eastern woodlands • sourgum • black tupelo • bee gums
Book Review: Landscaping with Wildflowers, By Jim Wilson
Native wild flower gardening is growing in popularity as an urbanized population seeks some contact with its agrarian roots. Books on this topic abound. However, this book by a well known TV personality is not one of the better selections from the genra.
landscaping with wild flowers • wildflowers • wild flower • victory garden • garden
Native wild flower gardening is growing in popularity as an urbanized population seeks some contact with its agrarian roots. Books on this topic abound. However, this book by a well known TV personality is not one of the better selections from the genra.
landscaping with wild flowers • wildflowers • wild flower • victory garden • garden
Color My World
Autumn Foliage Season brings a hundred and one questions. Find out the secrets of the changing of the colors and the how, where, when of seeing what all the comotion is about.
leaves • foresters • leaf color • weather effects on leaves • changing of the leaves
Autumn Foliage Season brings a hundred and one questions. Find out the secrets of the changing of the colors and the how, where, when of seeing what all the comotion is about.
leaves • foresters • leaf color • weather effects on leaves • changing of the leaves
COPING WITH THE AFTERMATH OF THE ICE MONSTER
The winter of 1998-1999 was sleezy (snow/ice/freezing rain)leaving broken trees and shrubs in its wake. Here's a two part guide for dealing with the after math of the sleeze monster.
mid-atlantic region • climate • ice injury • sleeze • sleet
The winter of 1998-1999 was sleezy (snow/ice/freezing rain)leaving broken trees and shrubs in its wake. Here's a two part guide for dealing with the after math of the sleeze monster.
mid-atlantic region • climate • ice injury • sleeze • sleet
Deer in the Landscape
The once threatened White Tail Deer is now so abundant that it is invading suburban and urban enclaves. What is the attraction? How can gardeners effectively deal with Bambi?
wildlife • wild life • whitetail deer • deer • urban wildlife
The once threatened White Tail Deer is now so abundant that it is invading suburban and urban enclaves. What is the attraction? How can gardeners effectively deal with Bambi?
wildlife • wild life • whitetail deer • deer • urban wildlife
Forest Fires and the Summer Drought
As the 1999 drought continues the forests of our region are becoming tinder dry. National, state and local fire fighting agencies are geared up to meet the wildfire challenge presented by the drought. Get a taste of the factors and techniques that affect summer drought firefighting and find sources of information that will help you protect your own home.
drought • drought conditions • forest fires • wild fires • fire fighting
As the 1999 drought continues the forests of our region are becoming tinder dry. National, state and local fire fighting agencies are geared up to meet the wildfire challenge presented by the drought. Get a taste of the factors and techniques that affect summer drought firefighting and find sources of information that will help you protect your own home.
drought • drought conditions • forest fires • wild fires • fire fighting
Let Your Trowel Dig True for the Red, White and Blue
Celebrate Memorial Day and the rest of summer. Check out these annuals for great red, white and blue combinations.
annuals • flowers • memorial day • flag day • independence day
Celebrate Memorial Day and the rest of summer. Check out these annuals for great red, white and blue combinations.
annuals • flowers • memorial day • flag day • independence day
Mid-winter Weather Concerns for the Mid-Atlantic Gardener
As we reach the mid-point of our winter season there are several weather related concerns for gardeners this year.
mid winter • mid atlantic region • drought • mid atlantic gardeners • winter drought
As we reach the mid-point of our winter season there are several weather related concerns for gardeners this year.
mid winter • mid atlantic region • drought • mid atlantic gardeners • winter drought
Of Renewal and Sad Tidings, The Amelanchier
Amelanchiers are reasons to celebrate new beginnings and say sad goodbyes
amelanchier • serviceberry • shadbush • shadblow • serviceberry
Amelanchiers are reasons to celebrate new beginnings and say sad goodbyes
amelanchier • serviceberry • shadbush • shadblow • serviceberry
Plant Health Care, Part 2- Roots and Soils
Plant Health Care is largely dependent upon soil and rootzone conditions and management. Physical, chemical and biological properties of the soil have a very basic effect on plant vigor. Manipulating these factors can have a great impact on the need for other more environmentally intrusive treatments.
plant health care • arbor industry • healthy landscapes • plant environment • soil ecosystem
Plant Health Care is largely dependent upon soil and rootzone conditions and management. Physical, chemical and biological properties of the soil have a very basic effect on plant vigor. Manipulating these factors can have a great impact on the need for other more environmentally intrusive treatments.
plant health care • arbor industry • healthy landscapes • plant environment • soil ecosystem
Plant Health Care, Part 4- A Fertilizer Primer
The vast array of fertilizer products on the market today is a confusing web of claims and facts. How do you sort through this babble? Check out this article as a start to understanding what fertilizer terminology is all about.
fertilizer • nitrogen • phosporous • potassium • calcium
The vast array of fertilizer products on the market today is a confusing web of claims and facts. How do you sort through this babble? Check out this article as a start to understanding what fertilizer terminology is all about.
fertilizer • nitrogen • phosporous • potassium • calcium
Plant Health Care- Holistically Speaking
A recent trend in the practice of arboriculture is the use of a holistic approach in the treatment of trees. This new approach, called "Plant Health Care", looks at the entire plant or tree in its environment with a special emphasis on the root system and soil.
plant health care • tree fungus • landscape • arborists • organic gardening
A recent trend in the practice of arboriculture is the use of a holistic approach in the treatment of trees. This new approach, called "Plant Health Care", looks at the entire plant or tree in its environment with a special emphasis on the root system and soil.
plant health care • tree fungus • landscape • arborists • organic gardening
Radio Gardening in the Mid-Atlantic
"In the Garden with Andre Viette" is the Mid-Atlantic's and southeast"s premier garden question and answer show. Meet the host and learn about the knowledge and wisdom that goes into this sucessful production.
radio show • perennial plantsman • american horticultural society's plant finder • gardening questions • shenadoah valley region
"In the Garden with Andre Viette" is the Mid-Atlantic's and southeast"s premier garden question and answer show. Meet the host and learn about the knowledge and wisdom that goes into this sucessful production.
radio show • perennial plantsman • american horticultural society's plant finder • gardening questions • shenadoah valley region
Silent Drought, Part 1- Is it Stealing Your Garden?
Yes, friends, even though Old Man Winter reigns in the Mid-Atlantic States, and October had abundant rainfall, this region is still in the midst of drought conditions.
drought • gardeners • foresters • mid-atlantic region • seasonal climates
Yes, friends, even though Old Man Winter reigns in the Mid-Atlantic States, and October had abundant rainfall, this region is still in the midst of drought conditions.
drought • gardeners • foresters • mid-atlantic region • seasonal climates
Silent Drought- Part II…Safe-guarding Your Garden
Winter droughts are insidious. They creep out of long shadows of the winter sunshine to eat away at plant vigor. Because our plants are dormant and not actively growing we tend to put our awareness of the water needs of our gardens out of mind. There are some things we can do.
winter drought • drought • soil moisture • moisture deficit • watering
Winter droughts are insidious. They creep out of long shadows of the winter sunshine to eat away at plant vigor. Because our plants are dormant and not actively growing we tend to put our awareness of the water needs of our gardens out of mind. There are some things we can do.
winter drought • drought • soil moisture • moisture deficit • watering
The Flower and Garden Shows- Dreamers Paradise,The Flower and Garden Shows- Dreamers Paradise
February has arrived and so have the Flower & Garden Shows. Here is a review of the more prominent shows in and near the Mid-Atlantic region. Damn the Ground Hog, Let a little taste of spring warm your blood
garden shows • flower shows • gardeners • garden centers • flower exhibits
February has arrived and so have the Flower & Garden Shows. Here is a review of the more prominent shows in and near the Mid-Atlantic region. Damn the Ground Hog, Let a little taste of spring warm your blood
garden shows • flower shows • gardeners • garden centers • flower exhibits
The Mid-Atlantic Drought Information Page
Drought is embracing the east coast of the U.S. and the entire region is facing restrictions and tough choices. Check this page for updates of the situation as it developes.
drought • mid-atlantic region • east coast • palmer drought index • well
Drought is embracing the east coast of the U.S. and the entire region is facing restrictions and tough choices. Check this page for updates of the situation as it developes.
drought • mid-atlantic region • east coast • palmer drought index • well
The Millennium Gardener
What we buy defines who we are as gardeners. How do you fit in the statistical profile of the millenial Lawn & Garden consumer. This article may open your eyes about who you really are.
lawn and garden • garden merchandise • mid-atlantic region • gardeners • gardening magazines
What we buy defines who we are as gardeners. How do you fit in the statistical profile of the millenial Lawn & Garden consumer. This article may open your eyes about who you really are.
lawn and garden • garden merchandise • mid-atlantic region • gardeners • gardening magazines
The Plantsman is for You
An introduction to the Plantsman column, including the direction I hope to take it, organization of links and a discussion topic area for feedback. Read this then tell me how I can serve you.
mid-atlantic plantsman • mid atlantic region • plantsman • growing plants • mid atlantic states gardening
An introduction to the Plantsman column, including the direction I hope to take it, organization of links and a discussion topic area for feedback. Read this then tell me how I can serve you.
mid-atlantic plantsman • mid atlantic region • plantsman • growing plants • mid atlantic states gardening
The Song of the Cicada
Brood V of the periodical cicada is due in Virginia, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Ohio this year. Find out what this means for your garden and landscape.
periodical cicada • magicicada • cicadas • insect • oaks
Brood V of the periodical cicada is due in Virginia, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Ohio this year. Find out what this means for your garden and landscape.
periodical cicada • magicicada • cicadas • insect • oaks
Winter Interest Plants, Part II- My Favorite Winter Trees
Trees play a prominent part in the winter landscape. Here are some of my favorites and why I love them.
winter interest plants • winter trees • tree landscaping • trees • birch
Trees play a prominent part in the winter landscape. Here are some of my favorites and why I love them.
winter interest plants • winter trees • tree landscaping • trees • birch
Visit America's Public Garden in Washington D.C.
The United States Botanic Garden is located in Washington D.C. Gardeners will enjoy the public events at America's botanic garden.
botanic gardens in washington dc • america's public garden • public events in dc • what is the national garden • united states botanic garden
The United States Botanic Garden is located in Washington D.C. Gardeners will enjoy the public events at America's botanic garden.
botanic gardens in washington dc • america's public garden • public events in dc • what is the national garden • united states botanic garden
Endangered Box Turtles
Box turtles may not be officially endangered, but their numbers are dwindling as collection, cars and habitat destruction deplete populations that cannot afford to lose even one member.
box turtle • endangered species • endangered
Box turtles may not be officially endangered, but their numbers are dwindling as collection, cars and habitat destruction deplete populations that cannot afford to lose even one member.
box turtle • endangered species • endangered
Desert Conservatories in the Mid Atlantic States
Winter is a good time to go indoors and see cactus and succulent plant collections at public gardens. Here are two desert conservatories in Mid Atlantic States.
what are desert conservatories • cactus and succulent collections • plant collections in mid atlantic states • public gardens with cactus • kingwood center botanic garden
Winter is a good time to go indoors and see cactus and succulent plant collections at public gardens. Here are two desert conservatories in Mid Atlantic States.
what are desert conservatories • cactus and succulent collections • plant collections in mid atlantic states • public gardens with cactus • kingwood center botanic garden
How to Prepare for Salt Water Fly Fishing
Fly fishing salt water destinations requires special preparation on the part of the inland fly angler who rarely casts a fly into the brine.
fly fishing • salt water • saltwater • bonefish • redfish
Fly fishing salt water destinations requires special preparation on the part of the inland fly angler who rarely casts a fly into the brine.
fly fishing • salt water • saltwater • bonefish • redfish
Effects of Air Pollution on Ecosystems
An institute ecosystem study summary provides air pollution facts about chemical environment impacts on bio-diversity, soil pollution, and the plant life cycle.
air pollution effects on ecosystems biodiversity • effects of water pollution • effects causes of land pollution • air pollution causes facts • airborne pollutants pathogens
An institute ecosystem study summary provides air pollution facts about chemical environment impacts on bio-diversity, soil pollution, and the plant life cycle.
air pollution effects on ecosystems biodiversity • effects of water pollution • effects causes of land pollution • air pollution causes facts • airborne pollutants pathogens
Frightland Scares Up Halloween Fun
Being scared is frighteningly fun. Be sure to visit this top-rated Delaware haunted attraction to scare up some excitement this Halloween.
frightland • haunted attractions • u.s. haunted attractions • delaware haunted house • middletown delaware haunted
Being scared is frighteningly fun. Be sure to visit this top-rated Delaware haunted attraction to scare up some excitement this Halloween.
frightland • haunted attractions • u.s. haunted attractions • delaware haunted house • middletown delaware haunted
Global Warming and Ocean Environmental Changes
Rising sea levels and increased ocean acidity, largely driven by global warming, herald looming environmental changes for coastal regions and marine biodiversity.
global warming and ocean environmental changes • climate change threat • coastal environment • marine biodiversity • rising sea levels
Rising sea levels and increased ocean acidity, largely driven by global warming, herald looming environmental changes for coastal regions and marine biodiversity.
global warming and ocean environmental changes • climate change threat • coastal environment • marine biodiversity • rising sea levels
Grocery Coupon Organizer Categories
Organize grocery coupons with these tips. Find a list of coupon categories for labeling coupon organizer categories. Sort grocery coupons & easily save money shopping.
coupon organizer categories • list of coupon categories • organize grocery coupons • how to organize coupons • printable grocery coupons
Organize grocery coupons with these tips. Find a list of coupon categories for labeling coupon organizer categories. Sort grocery coupons & easily save money shopping.
coupon organizer categories • list of coupon categories • organize grocery coupons • how to organize coupons • printable grocery coupons
Healthy Forests
Abused as a political slogan, the phrase "healthy forests" needs to be re-examined and understood for its critical meaning.
healthy forests • trees and human health • deforestation versus renewable timbering • trees and non-native species • invasive species
Abused as a political slogan, the phrase "healthy forests" needs to be re-examined and understood for its critical meaning.
healthy forests • trees and human health • deforestation versus renewable timbering • trees and non-native species • invasive species
Heirloom Seed and Heritage Seed
What is an heirloom seed, heirloom plant, or heirloom vegetable? Where can I buy heritage or heirloom seeds? Want to know? Learn the answers here.
heirloom seed • heirloom plant • heirloom vegetable • heirloom tomato seed • organic heirloom tomato seed
What is an heirloom seed, heirloom plant, or heirloom vegetable? Where can I buy heritage or heirloom seeds? Want to know? Learn the answers here.
heirloom seed • heirloom plant • heirloom vegetable • heirloom tomato seed • organic heirloom tomato seed
Overwintering Honey Bees
Although honey bees remain in their hives through the winter they do anything but hibernate. Maintaining the hive is a constant job, in warm weather and cold.
honey bees • honey bee • honeybee • overwintering bees • bee hives
Although honey bees remain in their hives through the winter they do anything but hibernate. Maintaining the hive is a constant job, in warm weather and cold.
honey bees • honey bee • honeybee • overwintering bees • bee hives
Vacation
Are you leaving for a week or two of vacation? You shouldn't worry about your garden. With a few simple precautions you can come back to a healthy garden.
gardening while on vacation • deborah turton
Are you leaving for a week or two of vacation? You shouldn't worry about your garden. With a few simple precautions you can come back to a healthy garden.
gardening while on vacation • deborah turton
After Christmas Sales – December 2008
Many U.S. retailers like Walmart & Sears will hold after Christmas sales starting on December 26, 2008. Here are some 75% off, 12 months no interest, & online deals.
after christmas sales • 75% off • walmart online deals • 12 months no interest • the home depot
Many U.S. retailers like Walmart & Sears will hold after Christmas sales starting on December 26, 2008. Here are some 75% off, 12 months no interest, & online deals.
after christmas sales • 75% off • walmart online deals • 12 months no interest • the home depot
PLUM GOOD
The early-blooming plums make their appearance before the apple blossoms. Plums are easy to grow, and there's a variety to suit most hardiness zones.
plums • japanese plums • damson plums • greengage plums • romans
The early-blooming plums make their appearance before the apple blossoms. Plums are easy to grow, and there's a variety to suit most hardiness zones.
plums • japanese plums • damson plums • greengage plums • romans
The Honey Bee Crisis of 2007
The honey bee crisis in the United States has been escalating for several years, rising to "unprecedented" levels of honey bee losses between Oct 2006 and Feb 2007.
honey bee crisis • bee • agriculture • insect pollination • science news
The honey bee crisis in the United States has been escalating for several years, rising to "unprecedented" levels of honey bee losses between Oct 2006 and Feb 2007.
honey bee crisis • bee • agriculture • insect pollination • science news
Visiting Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C., is a political, cultural and historic city with more than it's share of free tourist activities.
washington • d.c. • district of columbia • free • money
Washington, D.C., is a political, cultural and historic city with more than it's share of free tourist activities.
washington • d.c. • district of columbia • free • money
Pachysandra - Collectors' Choices
An introduction and short descriptions of three little known Pachysandra species that are commercially available. These may make a valuable addition to a discerning homeowner's landscape garden.
georgene a. bramlage • georgene bramlage • pachysandra procumbens • pachysandra stylosa • pachysandra axillaris
An introduction and short descriptions of three little known Pachysandra species that are commercially available. These may make a valuable addition to a discerning homeowner's landscape garden.
georgene a. bramlage • georgene bramlage • pachysandra procumbens • pachysandra stylosa • pachysandra axillaris
US Airways: All-American Airline Story
US Airways has made news recently by filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The history of this airline is varied and colorful and now is probably a good time to visit it.
us airways • usair • piedmont • allegheny • lake central
US Airways has made news recently by filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The history of this airline is varied and colorful and now is probably a good time to visit it.
us airways • usair • piedmont • allegheny • lake central
Christmas Botany (part II)- the Best Christmas Tree?
Looking for the best kind of evergreen tree for a Christmas tree? Join me as I relive the many trees my family has enjoyed over the years. You may just find the tree best for you, and better yet, you may find the Best Christmas tree ever. We do......every year.
cristmas tree • christmas tree • christman botany • fir • spruce
Looking for the best kind of evergreen tree for a Christmas tree? Join me as I relive the many trees my family has enjoyed over the years. You may just find the tree best for you, and better yet, you may find the Best Christmas tree ever. We do......every year.
cristmas tree • christmas tree • christman botany • fir • spruce
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