I was eleven years old before I scared Aunt Bett to death. Even my asphidity bag was no help when I stumbled upon something in the mountains that I was never supposed to even know about. But all's well that ends well, and not only did I learn a cure, but boy did I ever learn a lesson! Read More
Transplanting a Zone 6 New England daughter into a zone 8 southwestern college. Will she survive the transplant shock? Will I? And what IS that cactus, anyway? Read More
This article will introduce the reader to some of the more popular and common species of Brachychiton in cultivation (primarily in Mediterranean climates throughout the world). Read More
If you asked me how many I wanted, I'd say, as many as I can get! Read More
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"I often see flowers from a passing car that are gone before I can tell what they are." Thus begins one of my favorite poems, "A Passing Glimpse" by Robert Frost. How many times have you, like Robert Frost, been curious about a plant and frustrated because you cannot go back and find out what it was? That used to happen to me a lot, but with time I have gotten better at identifying plants from the car and I am going to share with you some tips. Read More
The “vine that ate the South” has some surprisingly useful qualities. Read More
On Saturdays, we like to mix things up with something a little out-of-the-ordinary. This week's spotlight is on garden tools, and we're starting out with a unique tool that is a throwback to an earlier era. You've probably seen apple and potato peelers, cherry pit and strawberry cap removers. But unless you live in the southern U.S., you may have not seen a bean or pea sheller. Read on to learn more... Read More
If you have a problem with insects, maybe you should think about finding ways to attract birds to your yard. Birds are nature's pesticide and a completely natural way to get rid of the bothersome pests. Read More
My wife was somewhat skeptical-okay, actually aghast-when I approached her about my yen to build a tropical garden in the midst of three bedrooms on the second floor of our 108-year-old home. Read More
Have you ever wondered how all those lovely worms you find in your garden produce more little worms? These fascinating creatures are both male and female (hermaphrodite). They have both eggs(ova) and spermatozoa, although they are not self-fertilizing. An act of copulation is necessary in order that the eggs may become fertile. Read More
Regional varieties of fruits and vegetables draw people to farmers? markets and orchards. But who could imagine a local apple as inspiring as it is delicious? Read More
Are you one of those people that is never prepared for an early frost in your area and panic when one occurs? Read More
Looking for a groundcover plant that grows in shade and is mannerly, evergreen, attractive, and that the deer won't eat? Look no farther. Cehpalotaxus harringtonia 'Prostrata' will cover your ground year-round with its glossy, dark green, needle-like leaves. Don't expect it to happen overnight, though. Japanese plum yew, as it is called, is slow-growing, but those who have it in their gardens agree that it is worth the wait. Read More
Now I ask you, what typifies the tropics more than a cold tropical drink served in a hollowed out coconut shell, with a little paper umbrella sticking out the top? But wait...there is so much more to this little brown nut. Please let me explain... Read More
Creeping Charlie (or Charley) is a common visitor in many regions and once it settles in, it's as hard to get rid of as free-loading distant relatives! Understanding the conditions under which it thrives will be your best defense against this pesky weed. Read More
What bluebeard makes a killer of a flowering shrub? Read More
One of the greatest delights is growing ones own food. Every gardener's growing season is different and has individual start and end times. Read More
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Mugo pines are among the most popular dwarf conifers for growing in both cold and milder climates. This article will introduce you to the variety that exists in this plant and the proper long-time care so your plants will stay compact and healthy. Read More
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