Articles related to "Seasonal Gardening"



Cool 2009 Summer Delays Tomato Harvest
Few things are as rewarding as the height of tomato season. But for many this summer has been cruel in the lack of fresh tomatoes available. Don't give up just yet.
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Seasonal Gardening
I have enjoyed myself enormously, sharing my gardening experiences with gardening companions world wide but, like the plants, this lady is approaching the Winter time of her life. I will let the garden have the last word.

A New Year in the Garden
Some autumn tasks to perform for Florida gardens.
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Daylilies for Sun, Hostas for Shade
If someone was going to ask my advice on the best summer perennials to grow, my response would be, without question, daylilies and hostas. These two plants are among the most versatile perennials that a gardener can grow. This article will explore a few of the varieties and cultivars of each plant that will do well in the home gardens of those who live in the Great Lakes Region.
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Fabulous Shrubs For the Rockies- Part 3
Final in the three part series on beautiful shrubs for the Rockies region. This month, the PeeGee Hydrangea and the Beauty Bush.
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Good Books - Good Gardening!
Looking for some informative yet inspiring gardening books? Two very different viewpoints and styles are reviewed in this article.
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Much ado about mulch
Mulching garden beds with leaves protects perennial plants from the freeze and thaw cycles so typical of our southern Ontario climate.
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Part 2 - Fabulous Shrubs for the Rockies
Second in a three part series on fabulous shrubs that thrive in Rockies gardens.
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Part 2 Vines for the Rockies.Part 2 Vines for the Rockies.
Part 2 Vines for the Rockies.
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Summer's Final Curtain
This first summer of the new millennium is now fading. Gardens can often look blousy and tired at this time of year. See how you can keep your garden interesting and colourful, even when the best of summer has past.
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Summertime, and the reading is easy . . .
When temperatures top 30 degrees, a gardeners thought turn to summertime reading. From humour to mysteries, there's a book with a gardening theme to get you through the dog days of summer.
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With a hopeful eye on the weather
March is a restless month for gardeners. With a constant eye on the weather, we wait for signs of spring. To wile away the days, surf the 'Net for weather forecasts of the upcoming gardening season.
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Beautiful Winter Gardens
A garden that is beautiful in the winter will rarely be disappointing in other seasons. These winter gardens can evoke images of spring and summer while managing their own brand of bare and frozen beauty.
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Florida's Soils and Climate Zones
A description of Florida's unique gardening environment.
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From Autumn to Spring
What does the Titanic have in common with your pond? Ice. Ice did sink the Titanic and will destroy your pond, if precautions are not taken! Find out how to protect your pond, before it's too late!
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My Quiescent Butterfly and Hummingbird Garden
It’s that time of year once again . . . my garden sleeps. Another summer has passed, and fall has surreptitiously surrounded us with a splendid array of vibrant colors. Old Man Winter is not far behind. It's time to get your butterfly and hummingbird garden in shape before he descends.
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Part 2 - Go Wild
Part 2 of Low Maintenance Gardening: Rockies Style - Go Wild! An article on landscapes that thrive on human neglect.
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Spring in the Water Garden
Is it starve a cold and feed a fever? Yes! Spring fever that is! Feed it by cleaning out the winter weary pond, repotting water plants and getting ready to enjoy the summer season.
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The Fall Flower Garden
Late summer and early fall perennial borders are often lacking in color and interest. There are old favorites and new possibilites that can be added to the border for renewed interest. Let's explore some noteworthy plants for the laste season border!
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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.
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Vines for your Rocky Mountain Garden - Part 1
Many new gardeners think that vines are for tropical regions only. But the good news is, many stunning vines grow very well in the Rockies. The first part of this articles discusses some basic differences of vine types and some good choices for growing in the Rockies.
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Fall Flower Care after Frost
Fall is a busy time in the flower garden. Use this list of reminders and tips to keep up with your fall garden chores, prepare for winter and anticipate spring!
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How to Become a Market Grower
Earn money as a market grower, gardener or farmer. Market gardening can be lucrative. Article gives ideas on niche markets and sales avenues. Start a small farm business
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How to Start a Small Gardening Business
What is needed to start up a small garden maintenance business? This article provides advice on financing, startup costs and skills necessary to succeed.
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