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Renaissance: New Web site celebrates evolution of lily
Our recent spate of nice weather has lulled many gardeners into a false sense of security. It won't last for long. Mother Nature is certain to drop her other stiletto heel - on Old Man Winter's toe, probably, and then the snowflakes will fly, temperatures will plummet and H-E-double-hocke…
Nov 15, 2009 | 10:00 am | (0) Comments
Any other name: A rose is a rose is ... an award-winner
An experienced plantsman once suggested treating roses like annuals. "You'll never be disappointed if they don't come back the following year."
Nov 08, 2009 | 10:00 am | (0) Comments
Choosing the right rake makes the job easier
When it starts raining leaves, most homeowner reach for rakes.
Nov 01, 2009 | 6:00 pm | (1) Comments
Keep varmints from plundering for buried bulb treasures
On a recent afternoon, I was hunched over planting bulbs in a border in my backyard --- an all-white collection of tulips, narcissi, crocuses and grape hyacinths that was a gift from a friend.
Oct 25, 2009 | 6:00 am | (0) Comments
Hip Halloween: Home decor goes scary, sophisticated for fright night
Goth and glitter. Bones and ornaments dusted with lime, ebony, orange or purple sparkle. Startling images on dishware and textiles.
Oct 18, 2009 | 6:00 am | (0) Comments
The big chill: Learn a few tricks for forcing tulip bulbs
A recent caller left a message on my phone mail: "I try every year but I don't have any luck ... how can I force tulips?"
Oct 18, 2009 | 6:00 am | (0) Comments
In sync: 'New Wave' designs naturally pair bulbs, perennials
When two garden designers put their heads together on a project, the results can be cataclysmic - good or bad.
Oct 11, 2009 | 10:00 am | (0) Comments
Au Naturale: Think ahead when naturalizing spring-flowering bulbs
Now or never.
Oct 04, 2009 | 6:00 pm | (0) Comments
Help kids cure ‘nature deficit disorder’ with family gardening
There's no fever associated with "nature deficit disorder."
Sep 27, 2009 | 6:00 am | (0) Comments
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