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A gardener who buys fruit to grow in a particular space in his backyard without understanding a microclimate may set himself up to fail in producing edible crops.

Choice of broadleaf evergreens for northern garden landscapes is limited since they lack winter survival adaptations. Description and images are included.

Climates determine growing seasons, so it's important to know and understand the climate of your specific area when planting vegetables.

Hollister House Gardens (Washington, CT) demonstrate how garden designs furnished with plants matched to regional- and micro-climates allow garden landscapes to thrive.

Contrary to much popular thought, lawns do have an appropriate place in a desert garden. They prevent erosion, help cool the environment, and offer a recreation area.

Early and maincrop varieties of peas sown in the ground face five common pests and disease in the kitchen garden as the plants try to grow to maturity.

Is it warm enough yet? Wait until after the last spring frost to plant those annuals! Get your frost date and learn how to harden off your annual flowers.

Understanding what all those how-to books are talking about makes gardening easier for the novice. Below, often heard garden terms are explained for the new gardener.

Gardening at altitudes above 6500' is challenging, but with a little effort and proper plant selection, the rewards can be spectacular and unique.

Recognizing and working with environmental factors helps to avoid expensive and distressing landscape design mistakes. Environmental factors interact with each other to make every site unique. Paying attention to these factors is also essential for a yard or garden plan to be successful over time.

Growing apple trees as container plants can reduce garden pests and disease and improve edible apple crops. Here's how to start growing apples in container gardens.

Many world-renowned gardens utilize both natural and manipulated microclimates to achieve drama and beauty. Designers of Sissinghurst Castle Gardens in Kent, England and Butterstream Gardens, in County Meath, The Irish Republic exploited existing structures like old brick walls and buildings along with natural influences such as compass direction, water, and large trees. The Isle of Wight surrounded by waters of the Solent is a "working example" of bodies of water influencing a regional or neighborhood microclimate.

The specific humidity level an orchid needs depends on the type of plant, but here are general guidelines to optimize the health of your plant and coax it to flower.

Planting your first flower garden from scratch is exciting – and a challenge! Start out right with this simple guide to selecting the best possible site for your garden.

Choosing optimal site and microclimate for Hamamelis (witch hazel) planting locations facilitates growth and generates best spring and autumn performance.

Every perennial gardener wants a showy display of flowers all season from spring to fall. Here's how to get it. Follow this guide for your best perennial garden yet.

From 1673 apothecaries used the Garden to train their knowledge of medical plants. Today the historic garden recreates images of the past - and reminds of climate change.

Wave® petunias provide inexpensive and eye-catching design solutions. Develop and complete a project in one weekend using these planning tips. Photos provided.

Upright conifers are perfect complements to residential landscapes and gardens, providing strong vertical accents and year-round interest.

A list of monthly chores and checks needed for vegetable, fruit and herb gardens in the month of June.

A delicious French dessert traditionally made to celebrate the cherry festival, La Fete de la Cerise. The aromatic almond pastry sandwiches a sweet beltxa cherry compote

Three wineries from three different locales and eras operate within the sprawl of Los Angeles, each with excellent wines to offer those in the know.

In the Atlantic Ocean just off the African Coast Madeira offers warm temperatures all year round. This Portuguese Island offers a great alternative to the Canary Islands

Pinot Noir wines are one of the hardest wines to produce. Many areas produce great Pinot Noir, but the two that most often come to mind are Burgundy and Oregon.

Vacationing in Traverse City? Well, do your homework and find the signature places for eating and wine tasting in TC. This article provides the inside scoop.

'Venus' & 'Hartlage Wine' (Calycanthus spp.) are new hybrid cultivars, large, shade-loving shrubs excellent as specimen plants in many landscape garden designs.

While plastic milk containers can be recycled, there are so many other uses you can put them to. Here are just a few to get you started.

Southern California's Santa Ynez Valley welcomes visitors with widely varied attractions, from lush scenery to fine art to wine-tasting as seen in the movie "Sideways."

Carolina spicebush or sweetshrub (Calycanthus floridus) and its cultivars are large, hardy, shade-loving shrubs at home in hedges, mixed shrub beds and natural gardens.

When visiting Taos, New Mexico a "must visit" is Joseph's Table Restaurant on the historic Plaza. The food of this award-winning eatery is always fresh and natural.

From 1995 to 2005 Chilean vineyards grew from 12 to 70. Chilean wine and U.S trade policy is critical for wine exports, inclusion in wine clubs, and continued growth.

Tourists and local visitors alike will thrill to the flowers, plantings and natural areas at Descanso Gardens. Don't miss the blooming camellias, rosarium and lilacs!

Learn how to extend the growing season using a patio grow house. The growing season can be extended by 3-4 weeks in the spring and fall using this handy gardening tool.

Depending on your zone, fall is often the best time of the year for planting due to climate and soil temperatures.

Celebrated as one of Wright's most exemplary designs, the Robie House is notable for its integration of mechanical systems with passive environmental control strategies.

Subtle or powerful, French designer perfumes are elegant and refined, created to mirror the wearer's soul and personality.

A list of monthly chores and checks needed for vegetable, fruit and herb gardens in the month of June.

A list of monthly chores and checks needed for vegetable, fruit and herb gardens in the month of May.

From its lush tropical valleys and rugged volcanic peaks to huge sand dune landscapes that could be the Sahara, the island of Gran Canaria offers a lot more than beaches.

High performance schools designed to sustainable standards bring benefits that transcend being kind to the environment: think better grades and healthier children.

The delicious world of easy-to-grow leafy greens goes far beyond spinach and lettuce.

Organic gardeners can control the growing process by choosing the best tomato varieties, by saving seeds, and by starting tomato plants from seed.

Hamamelis vernalis, a North American native, is a two-season landscape performer with fragrant yellow spring blooms and deep yellow autumn leaves.

With the Andes forming the backbone of the continent, almost every South American nation can lay claim to one of the Earth's top hiking/trekking destinations.

During the 1920s pioneers to the Peace River Country of Western Canada learned some practical techniques for storing home grown vegetables like potatoes and cabbages.

Setting up an apple orchard and becoming a fruit grower is challenging and exciting. An apple grower has horticultural essentials to do in fall, springtime and summer.

Indoor air in winter can be as dry as the desert. Find ways to humidify the atmosphere for the benefit of both houseplants and humans.

Effective placement of trees can benefit air quality and the health of city residents while reducing energy consumption.

A Japanese-style garden may be appropriate for small spaces. Consider how water, rocks and gravel, and plants influence and contribute to a Japanese-inspired landscape.

Whether it's mud baths, backpacking through the Alps, or touring noble history, Merano offers a break from the standard Italian museum and church itinerary.