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Take the Poinsetta ChallengeTake the Poinsetta ChallengeTake the Poinsettia Challenge For most Americans poinsettias are like Douglas firs: You buy them for Christmas, and throw them out along with all that shredded wrapping paper. But if you just can't bear to toss out your poinsettia, there's no reason why you can't keep it around till next Christmas. However, the plant does take some careful... |
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Taking Care of Thirsty PlantsTaking Care of Thirsty PlantsTaking Care of Thirsty Plants 'Tis the season to take a close look at the way you water your house plants. You see, improper watering is one of the leading causes of their demise. You should AVOID watering them on a schedule (don't make every Wednesday your watering day) and don't just water them whenever you remember to. You SHOULD check... |
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Teed Off About WeedsTeed Off About WeedsTeed Off About Weeds Nothing ruins a lawn like weeds. Sometimes, pulling weeds out by the roots or laying down a stifling layer of mulch is enough to kill them. If that doesn't work, you may need to resort to chemical warfare weed killers. In those cases, consider the following in your plan of attack: Don't spread a weed killer on a newly... |
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TerracesTerracesTerraces I n Your Backyard: Terraces can create several mini-gardens in your backyard. On steep slopes, terracing can make planting a garden possible. Terraces prevent erosion by shortening the long slope into a series of shorter, more level steps. This allows heavy rains to soak into the soil rather than run off and cause erosion.... |
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The Hummingbirds Are ComingThe Hummingbirds Are ComingThe Hummingbirds Are Coming In the spring, hummingbirds return to their summer homes hungry from their long migration. To attract them to your home, plant red flowers that bloom early, such as red penstemon to serve as a beacon of refuge. Also, supplement their diet with a feeder (found at your local hardware store) filled with homemade |
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To Spray or Not to SprayTo Spray or Not to SprayTo Spray or Not to Spray Chemicals must be handled carefully, so consider your options before launching a spray campaign against unwanted visitors and diseases. Be sure to consider the alternatives before deciding to spray herbicides. Perhaps you can harvest the crop early, or wait for helpful garden predators to restore the balance of... |
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To Water or Not to WaterTo Water or Not to WaterTo Water or Not to Water In winter, when indoor heating and the generally dry air help create shriveled potted plants aplenty, home gardeners need to watch the moisture of the soil carefully to keep plants healthy. Overwatering, as well as underwatering, could kill your plants. Going on a fixed every Thursday schedule isn't a... |
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Top Ten Tips for New GardenersTop Ten Tips for New GardenersTop 10 Tips for New Gardeners It seems like everyone's into gardening, but if you're a novice (or even an old green thumb) it may seem a little intimidating. So here are some suggestions to help you grow a bountiful harvest and remember...gardening is supposed to be relaxing so enjoy. You need the right type of gardening gear... |
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