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Sitting While You Garden, Stools and Tools, by Cathy M Wallace

Since waving goodbye to my 40s more than a few years ago, kneeling, squatting and working in the garden are getting harder with each passing season. Stools and new tools are on my supply list for next year, but how will I know which are best?

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Dear Sheila, You have to 'pick' seeds before you pick vegetables, by Sally G. Miller

I pity you, novice vegetable gardener, eyes glazing over as the reality of myriad baffling seed choices crashes headlong into your dreams of a bountiful first vegetable garden. My letter of advice to a friend might help YOU focus on a vision of a satisfying first vegetable garden.

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PLANTFILES:

PlantFiles: Early 'Asao' (Clematis )

Early 'Asao'

(Clematis )


Editor's Note Some resources list all parts of all Clematis species poisonous if ingested. The toxic...
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GARDEN WATCHDOG:

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Jung Seed

Review by Zinnia1:

I have ordered from Jung's for 10 years and have always had a very positive experience. I received my 2010 order in 5 business...
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BIRDFILES:

BirdFiles: White-crowned Sparrow (Zonotrichia leucophrys)

White-crowned Sparrow

(Zonotrichia leucophrys)

I love these birds and we have them in our area from fall to spring. They have a beautiful song and seem to sing constantly....
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BUGFILES:

BugFiles: Florida Apple Snail (Pomacea paludosa)

Florida Apple Snail

(Pomacea paludosa)

Pomacea canaliculata one of the top 100 (#73) most invasive species in the world. These snails can destroy senitve eco systems,and...
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Map: Garden Centers, Garden Supplies

Johnson's Garden Center & Florist

4 stars
I have always shopped at Johnsons. I have always been asked if i could be helped, I have much reather carry my own trays,...
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GARDEN BOOKWORM:

Gardening Book: Making More Plants: The Science, Art, and Joy of Propagation

Making More Plants: The Science, Art, and Joy of Propagation

Review by clpgirl:

I am thrilled with this book. As a returnee, after 20+ years to plant propagation, I found it a wonderful read. In fact,...
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TODAY IN THE FORUMS

Choosing Fabric: How, What, Why...

OK, I've stressed over this long enough..... there is so much discussion on fabric selections, that I feel like I'm more of a beginner now than I did when I first started!

How: do you know which/what type
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  Today in history: February 9  
1739: The traditional birthdate (according to the Quaker calendar) of William Bartram, botanist and son of John Bartram, born at Kingsessing, Pennsylvania. He would explore the southeastern U.S. and advise the first generation of naturalists exploring the new territories of the U.S.

1870: The U.S. Weather Bureau was established by a joint resolution of Congress that authorized collecting weather reports and issuing warnings for the benefit of commerce and agriculture.

2004: The Garden Bookworm was introduced, giving Dave's Garden members an easy way to share reviews of their favorite gardening books, and find new books to add to their personal collections.

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With almost 500,000 members, Dave's Garden is an amazing resource for beginning and experienced gardeners alike. Inside, you'll find over 250 forums dedicated to every type of home and gardening topic you can think of. From annuals and bonsai trees to vegetable gardening and winter sowing; from tips on seeds and planting to advice on regional gardening, this is a gold mine of friendly advice and knowledge shared by experienced gardeners from around the world.

Enthusiasts of every gardening niche can put down roots and grow their knowledge. Are you into water gardens, vegetable gardens, hanging gardens, growing flowers or arranging bouquets, container gardens, raised beds, farming, poultry, beekeeping or any other gardening pursuit? If so, you'll find we have forums, articles and videos to help you learn, grow and share advice.

Do you need help identifying a plant, bug or bird? Check out the plant and tree identification, insect identification forum, and the bird identification forum. Or browse the PlantFiles, BugFiles and BirdFiles databases, where you'll find information on more than 160,000 plants and thousands of insects and spiders.

The Garden Watchdog and Go Gardening directories will help you find the perfect source for your plants, seeds, and bulbs, whether the company is just around the corner, or halfway around the world.

We invite you to sign up and join our community, and share what you know! Here at Dave's Garden, you can create your own blog, upload photos for free, or use our tools to trade seeds and plants.

Since 2000, we've grown to be a comprehensive gardening community with discussion forums for every hobby, home and garden topic you can imagine. Our members are knowledgeable about soil, weather, watering, and just about every kind of plant and insect. On behalf of all our members, we are glad you came to visit, and we hope you will stop by again soon!


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