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The Silver Kings of the Comstock
The story of four Irishmen who found the biggest silver bonanza in U.S. history and changed their (and our) lives forever.
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Perennials for Sandy Soil
Sandy soil can be difficult to deal with in the landscape. These perennials all thrive in sandy soil that drains water quickly and work well for tough garden areas.
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Shade Tree Nursery New Introductions 2002
Learn more about the 24 new introductions from Shade Tree Nursery.
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Slice of hidden Florida
From the Calusa Indians to modern day presidents - Gasparilla Island and Boca Grande welcome all with a special island lifestyle.
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Trees and Shrubs with Silver Leaves
Silver trees and shrubs are relatively scarce but there are some beautiful ones in commerce that can light up your yard. Most are drought tolerant.
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Make an Herbal Wreath
Herb Gardening is a bi-weekly column on growing, harvesting herbs; culinary, medicinal and crafting uses.
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My Garden, the Awkward Adolescent
In its adolescence garden gets a sort of confused and awkward look that is as uncomfortable for it as it is for the viewer - and it's going to take some tough love to straighten that out.
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Wreath and Arrangement Herbs
Many herb gardeners grow herbs not for consumption, but for crafting decorative wreaths and arrangements. Which herbs should you grow for this purpose?
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Book Review:Song in the Silence by Elizabeth Kerner
This is a book review of the Fantasy book Song in the Silence by Elizabeth Kerner.
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Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil - Part One
Angelic and beautiful, this garden inspires goodness.
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A Glow in the Dark Garden
Silver colored leaves often twinkle and virtually glow in the light of gardenlights, streetlights, porchlights or even the moon.
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Equinox in the Moon Garden
Egg-standing celebrations for the Autumn Equinox in Lady Barbara's September Moon Garden.
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Old Plants Don't Really Die - They Reincarnate.
The rosebush in my back garden is hundreds of years old - yet I only bought it five years ago. In reality, it is a reincarnation of a plant discovered in the 12th century. How often do we stop to realize that when we pass a plant along to friends we are also passing a bit of history, as well as a bit of friendship. The plants we share are like living memorials - so choose your gifts of plants carefully.

Something New for 2002?
Some hardy introductions for the year 2002 and suited to cold climate gardens.
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The Language of Flowers
I know what you’re thinking, "I’m no good with languages". That’s OK, this one is easy. We all know our favorite flowers, but did you know they all mean something? That’s right, most flowers and plants have special meanings.
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Baby Doe, Silver Queen
Baby Doe, nee Elizabeth Bonduel McCourt, was originally from Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Fate took her to the silver mines of Colorado, where she became one of the richest women in the state. But as fast as her star rose, it sank, in the depression of the 1890s. After her husband's death she because an eccentric recluse, still trying to get gold from the Matchless Mine.
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Garden Disasters - It's a GOOD Thing.
Every disaster is an opportunity, every mistake is a lesson. The gardener's creed for serenity. Right now we may need that creed.
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Gardens of Silver
Silver foliage plants can be garden work horses, keeping warring colors apart and creating a misty atmosphere without demanding much in return.

Swags
Three projects for making colorful and fragrant flower, fruit, vegetable and spice swags
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The garden comes knocking: Using Invasive Plants
Plants that are sold as "vigorous" may prove fatal to your garden plans - and your plants.
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Luxury Stay at Silver Star Resort at Park City
Park City has a variety of accommodation options. Those who want the highest level of service should consider the "Private Concierge Service" at the Silver Star Resort.
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Blooming Biases - Plants that will never make my "A" list.
It's your garden party - so give some thought to the invitation list. Do you really want bores, or uptight plants, or those that demand to be pampered and petted beyond endurance? Or would you prefer those that bring delight and variety to the party?
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