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Yellow Flowering Shrubs for Theme Gardens
These gorgeous shrubs provide interest and backdrop to the yellow themed garden setting off the other flowering plants well.
yellow flowers • themed gardens • ornamental shrubs • witch hazel • forsythia sunrise
These gorgeous shrubs provide interest and backdrop to the yellow themed garden setting off the other flowering plants well.
yellow flowers • themed gardens • ornamental shrubs • witch hazel • forsythia sunrise
Prairies in Reverse
There are prairies here, in the Pacific Northwest. Imagine that. But these prairies are different from their east-of-the-Rockies counterparts. These prairies bloom in the spring, not during mid- and late-summer.
prairies in reverse • gregg m. pasterick • wildflowers of north america • brotany • ecology
There are prairies here, in the Pacific Northwest. Imagine that. But these prairies are different from their east-of-the-Rockies counterparts. These prairies bloom in the spring, not during mid- and late-summer.
prairies in reverse • gregg m. pasterick • wildflowers of north america • brotany • ecology
Easy Garden Rainbows - Red
Easy Rainbows is a 7-part series recommending easy-to-grow flowers in each colour of the rainbow. Red Flowers focusses on annuals, perennials and vines.
easy • garden • flowers • lobelia • lobelia syphilictica
Easy Rainbows is a 7-part series recommending easy-to-grow flowers in each colour of the rainbow. Red Flowers focusses on annuals, perennials and vines.
easy • garden • flowers • lobelia • lobelia syphilictica
New England Wildflower Society and Saving an Endangered Cinquefoil
I recently received an e-mail from Debra Strick of the New England Wild Flower Society, letting me know she and they were there: "As you may know, the New England Wild Flower Society is America's oldest plant conservation institution, with many stories to share about events, plant advice, and earth-friendly gardening. We have a staff of experts who are great resources on plant conservation, horticulture, native plants, ecologically appropriate choices, and much more."
new england wildflower society and saving an endan • gregg m. pasterick • wildflowers of north america • botany • ecology
I recently received an e-mail from Debra Strick of the New England Wild Flower Society, letting me know she and they were there: "As you may know, the New England Wild Flower Society is America's oldest plant conservation institution, with many stories to share about events, plant advice, and earth-friendly gardening. We have a staff of experts who are great resources on plant conservation, horticulture, native plants, ecologically appropriate choices, and much more."
new england wildflower society and saving an endan • gregg m. pasterick • wildflowers of north america • botany • ecology
Seduction in the garden.
Are gardeners gullible when confronted with a seed catalog?
papaver somniferum • bodice • cosmidium b. phillipine • potentilla • petunia
Are gardeners gullible when confronted with a seed catalog?
papaver somniferum • bodice • cosmidium b. phillipine • potentilla • petunia
The Propagator's Calendar - Part 1
A guide to when to propagate your plants
propagation • propagation manuals • plant propagation • british seasonal planting • cuttings
A guide to when to propagate your plants
propagation • propagation manuals • plant propagation • british seasonal planting • cuttings
Landscape Plants for Difficult Sites
Trees and shrubs suitable for difficult areas
trees • shrubs • clay • dry • hot
Trees and shrubs suitable for difficult areas
trees • shrubs • clay • dry • hot
The Propagator's Calendar - Part 2
A guide to when to propagate your plants
propagation • cuttings • seeds • root cuttings • hardwood cuttings
A guide to when to propagate your plants
propagation • cuttings • seeds • root cuttings • hardwood cuttings
A Snob Notices Cinquefoil
I admit it; I’m somewhat of snob where wildflowers are concerned. Yellow wildflowers I almost certainly ignore ... which explains why I’ve paid so little attention to cinquefoil; any type of cinquefoil.
a snob notices cinquefoil • gregg m. pasterick • wildflowers of north america • botany • ecology
I admit it; I’m somewhat of snob where wildflowers are concerned. Yellow wildflowers I almost certainly ignore ... which explains why I’ve paid so little attention to cinquefoil; any type of cinquefoil.
a snob notices cinquefoil • gregg m. pasterick • wildflowers of north america • botany • ecology
Gardening Thoughts as Spring Emerges Early - A New Book
Contemplating a garden in different parts of the state, then viewing a new book.
gardening • washington • marianne binetti • alison beck • oregon
Contemplating a garden in different parts of the state, then viewing a new book.
gardening • washington • marianne binetti • alison beck • oregon
Pruning Deciduous Spring-flowering Shrubs
Skillful early summer pruning practices for spring-flowering deciduous shrubs are essential for DIY landscape gardeners. Proper pruning promotes healthy, vigorous shrubs.
when to prune spring-flowering shrubs • how to prune spring-flowering shrubs • pruning forsythia • pruning deciduous shrubs • pruning flowering bushes
Skillful early summer pruning practices for spring-flowering deciduous shrubs are essential for DIY landscape gardeners. Proper pruning promotes healthy, vigorous shrubs.
when to prune spring-flowering shrubs • how to prune spring-flowering shrubs • pruning forsythia • pruning deciduous shrubs • pruning flowering bushes
A Trip to the Burren
Gardening in a wet and mild climate in the west of Ireland
ireland • burren • flora • plants • wildflowers
Gardening in a wet and mild climate in the west of Ireland
ireland • burren • flora • plants • wildflowers
Flowering Shrubs
Long blooming flowering shrubs and their care
flowering • shrub • flower • long • blooming
Long blooming flowering shrubs and their care
flowering • shrub • flower • long • blooming
Summer Shrub Hit Parade Part Two
small shrubs • miniature shrubs • dwarf shrubs • diminutive shrubs • summer gardening with shrubs
small shrubs • miniature shrubs • dwarf shrubs • diminutive shrubs • summer gardening with shrubs
Perennial Punctuation Points
Originally this article started out as being about Spireas, but I abandoned ship about 1/4 way in and started writing something I'm much more interested in - Punctuation Points.
perennial • garden • design • punctuation
Originally this article started out as being about Spireas, but I abandoned ship about 1/4 way in and started writing something I'm much more interested in - Punctuation Points.
perennial • garden • design • punctuation
West Coast Groundcovers - Mass Planting Where no Plant has Grown (well) Before
A groundcover guide - with information on planting, spacing, caring for, and groundcover links!
groundcover • ground • cover • ground cover • ground covers
A groundcover guide - with information on planting, spacing, caring for, and groundcover links!
groundcover • ground • cover • ground cover • ground covers
An Almost No Work Sunny Garden, Part 1
Let's start with the basics - plants that ask little and give big - filling spaces with year round interest and few requirements - and some that even help you with your gardening work! This week we look at shrubs, vines and groundcovers for an almost no work garden. Next week we'll fill in the blanks with flowers.
Let's start with the basics - plants that ask little and give big - filling spaces with year round interest and few requirements - and some that even help you with your gardening work! This week we look at shrubs, vines and groundcovers for an almost no work garden. Next week we'll fill in the blanks with flowers.
Latin Plant Names
You don't have to know Latin names to enjoy plants, but when trying to identify a species, an understanding of the Latin binomial (two-name) system can be useful.
latin • binomial • plant name • common name • identification
You don't have to know Latin names to enjoy plants, but when trying to identify a species, an understanding of the Latin binomial (two-name) system can be useful.
latin • binomial • plant name • common name • identification
Using Landscape Fabric
Landscape fabrics work for specific projects. Some plant groups thrive and are easier to maintain than other groups when used with these erosion and weed control fabrics.
landscape fabric • erosion control fabric • weed control fabric • use for landscape fabric • install landscape fabric
Landscape fabrics work for specific projects. Some plant groups thrive and are easier to maintain than other groups when used with these erosion and weed control fabrics.
landscape fabric • erosion control fabric • weed control fabric • use for landscape fabric • install landscape fabric
Spring - Beauty and Beast - Part 2 - Beast
Spring's beauty ripens as the days lengthen and the sun strengthens. But, as there are two sides to every coin, so there are two sides to Spring. The Yin and Yang of Spring, so to speak. If the Yin is the beauty, the Yang is the beast.
shade • shade garden • shade gardening • gardening in shade • perennials
Spring's beauty ripens as the days lengthen and the sun strengthens. But, as there are two sides to every coin, so there are two sides to Spring. The Yin and Yang of Spring, so to speak. If the Yin is the beauty, the Yang is the beast.
shade • shade garden • shade gardening • gardening in shade • perennials
High Altitude Gardening Tips
Gardening at altitudes above 6500' is challenging, but with a little effort and proper plant selection, the rewards can be spectacular and unique.
high altitude gardening • gardening in the rocky mountains • gardens with a short growing season • high altitude landscape tips • gardening in windy areas
Gardening at altitudes above 6500' is challenging, but with a little effort and proper plant selection, the rewards can be spectacular and unique.
high altitude gardening • gardening in the rocky mountains • gardens with a short growing season • high altitude landscape tips • gardening in windy areas
Fall Division of Perennial Plants
Divide perennials for propagation, to renew plant vigor, or limit spreading. Tip: Many plants may be divided in the fall. Do it now and have more time next spring!
perennial to divide in fall • divide perennial • split perennial • perennial division • separate perennial
Divide perennials for propagation, to renew plant vigor, or limit spreading. Tip: Many plants may be divided in the fall. Do it now and have more time next spring!
perennial to divide in fall • divide perennial • split perennial • perennial division • separate perennial
Native American Healing Herbs
The properties of herbs are complex in their actions; learn how to understand the healing herbs which native American tribes have been using for centuries.
native american healing herbs • understanding the properties of herbs used by amer • healing herbs • poisonous or toxic native american herbs • native american adaptogens
The properties of herbs are complex in their actions; learn how to understand the healing herbs which native American tribes have been using for centuries.
native american healing herbs • understanding the properties of herbs used by amer • healing herbs • poisonous or toxic native american herbs • native american adaptogens
Perennial Rusts
This fungus in diguise is actually a very interesting item indeed. Learn and enjoy, then wipe it out into oblivion using the tips revealed in this article.
rust • hollyhock • perennial • flower • garden
This fungus in diguise is actually a very interesting item indeed. Learn and enjoy, then wipe it out into oblivion using the tips revealed in this article.
rust • hollyhock • perennial • flower • garden
Seaside Landscaping
Waterfront gardeners can design a thriving oceanfront landscape. Choose salt tolerant plants to create a successful seaside garden.
salt tolerant plants • ocean gardens • seaside landscaping • garden landscaping • waterfront landscaping
Waterfront gardeners can design a thriving oceanfront landscape. Choose salt tolerant plants to create a successful seaside garden.
salt tolerant plants • ocean gardens • seaside landscaping • garden landscaping • waterfront landscaping
Shrubs for the White Garden
Every white garden or moon garden needs white flowered shrubs, either as a surrounding hedge or within the garden itself as an accent. Consider some of these!
white garden • moon garden • white flower • white flowering shrub • alba
Every white garden or moon garden needs white flowered shrubs, either as a surrounding hedge or within the garden itself as an accent. Consider some of these!
white garden • moon garden • white flower • white flowering shrub • alba
New Varieties For Cold Climates
Recent research in cold hardiness has introduced many new varieties to northern gardeners. Here are a few examples.
artichokes • sweet potatoes • roses • perennials • cold hardy plants
Recent research in cold hardiness has introduced many new varieties to northern gardeners. Here are a few examples.
artichokes • sweet potatoes • roses • perennials • cold hardy plants
Planting for Butterflies and Hummingbirds
With the right plants in your yard you can encourage them to stay for a while. Let's look at what it takes...
butterflies • butterfly • hummingbird • garden • plants
With the right plants in your yard you can encourage them to stay for a while. Let's look at what it takes...
butterflies • butterfly • hummingbird • garden • plants
Random Thoughts on Gardening
Just some random thoughts of a gardener.
datura • brugmansia • striped cucumber beetle • portulaca • oxalis
Just some random thoughts of a gardener.
datura • brugmansia • striped cucumber beetle • portulaca • oxalis
Avoiding Deadheading
Planning is the key to cutting down on your deadheading chores. Find out which shrubs, perennials, and annuals you should choose if you're interested in a low-maintenance garden.
avoiding deadheading • low-maintenance gardening • low-maintenance plants • delphiniums • lupins
Planning is the key to cutting down on your deadheading chores. Find out which shrubs, perennials, and annuals you should choose if you're interested in a low-maintenance garden.
avoiding deadheading • low-maintenance gardening • low-maintenance plants • delphiniums • lupins
Boyce Thompson Southwestern Arboretum
boyce thompson southwestern arboretum • boojum • the hunting of the snark • desert arboretum
boyce thompson southwestern arboretum • boojum • the hunting of the snark • desert arboretum
Gardening Tips from my Mother
Tidbits of advice on gardening my mother has given me over the years. From simple to technical and beyond to life-skills in the garden, I hope everyone can enjoy some of my mother's advice.
mother's day • garden • tips • gardening • advice
Tidbits of advice on gardening my mother has given me over the years. From simple to technical and beyond to life-skills in the garden, I hope everyone can enjoy some of my mother's advice.
mother's day • garden • tips • gardening • advice
Theme Colored Combinations for your Garden
Examples of single colours, and harmonised and contrasting colour combinations.
theme • colour • color • combination • flower
Examples of single colours, and harmonised and contrasting colour combinations.
theme • colour • color • combination • flower
The Wonders of the Herbal Bath
Throughout history it is easy to see the importance various cultures placed on the ritual of the bath. Baths can sooth and relax, or refresh and stimulate. They can ease the body, and calm the mind. The ‘wholistic’ practitioner knows the importance of bringing together mind, body and spirit in the tranquil, centered atmosphere of the bath...and knows that when this power is combined with the natural powers of herbs, we can quite literally wash our physical and emotional troubles away.
bath • herbal bath • bath tea • bathing • relaxation
Throughout history it is easy to see the importance various cultures placed on the ritual of the bath. Baths can sooth and relax, or refresh and stimulate. They can ease the body, and calm the mind. The ‘wholistic’ practitioner knows the importance of bringing together mind, body and spirit in the tranquil, centered atmosphere of the bath...and knows that when this power is combined with the natural powers of herbs, we can quite literally wash our physical and emotional troubles away.
bath • herbal bath • bath tea • bathing • relaxation
Subalpine Valley
Life as simple as it gets - walking up a Colorado Valley with all that one needs on your back; with two dogs beside me and beauty and discovery and wildness ahead;
wilderness dogs subalpine colorado hiking backpack
Life as simple as it gets - walking up a Colorado Valley with all that one needs on your back; with two dogs beside me and beauty and discovery and wildness ahead;
wilderness dogs subalpine colorado hiking backpack
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