TIPS FOR SEED STARTING SUCCESS
You created your wish list, ordered some or all of the seeds you will need, and they are beginning to arrive. Make the most of your investment with a bit of planning. ...
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Author: Melinda Myers
GROW QUICK, EASY & NUTRITIOUS MICROGREENS
Add fresh flavor to your meals year-round with microgreens. These easy-to-grow greens need minimal space and no special equipment for a flavorful and nutritious harvest in little more than a week. ...
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WINTER CARE FOR TREES, SHRUBS & PERENNIALS IN CONTAINERS
As you prepare your landscape for winter don’t overlook the trees, shrubs and perennials you have growing in containers. These need a bit of extra protection to help them survive cold winter temperatures. ...
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EXTEND YOUR ENJOYMENT OF NUTRITIOUS PUMPKINS
Pumpkin is not just for dessert. Consider using this low calorie, flavorful vegetable, botanically classified as a fruit, in any of the courses of your fall or holiday meals. ...
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FALL GARDEN TASKS TO PROTECT YOUR LANDSCAPE FROM WINTER WILDLIFE DAMAGE
As the seasons change, we adjust our gardening tasks and plantings to match. Animals also make changes this time of year, often changing their eating habits and dining locations. These adjustments can impact your gardens. Reduce the risk ...
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PLANT IN FALL FOR A COLORFUL SPRING DISPLAY
It’s time to think spring. Fall is the time to plant tulips, daffodils, crocus and other spring flowering bulbs. Use these early bloomers to welcome spring to your landscape. You’ll appreciate the color and cheery blooms after another long ...
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GIVE YOUR LANDSCAPE A LATE SUMMER FACELIFT
Whether it is the hot weather, the age of your landscape or simply the need for change; a late summer makeover can help you increase your landscape’s beauty. Put the “wow” back into your garden with a few new plantings, garden art, or other simple ...
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SUPPORT NATIVE BEES & ENJOY THE MANY BENEFITS
Pollinators are responsible for about 75% of the food we eat. The European honeybee is the most well known but our native bees are also critically important. ...
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THREE WAYS TO HELP YOUR GARDENS THRIVE WITH MINIMAL CARE
So, you filled your shopping cart and gardens with lots of new shrubs, flowers, and vegetables. Now what? Keep your plants looking their best with minimal effort so you can enjoy them and your summer even more. ...
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MANAGE MOSQUITOES FOR A SAFER & MORE ENJOYABLE SUMMER
Don’t let the buzz of mosquitoes keep you indoors. Most mosquitoes are a nuisance, causing rashes and itching but some species can transmit diseases that can make you sick. Understanding how they breed and spread disease can help you gain the ...
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PROTECT YOUR SKIN WHEN OUTDOORS
May is National Skin Cancer Awareness Month and a busy time for gardening and other outdoor activities. Gardening provides many benefits but like any outdoor activity it’s important to protect yourself from the sun’s damaging rays.
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EXPAND YOUR EDIBLE GARDEN INDOORS
No matter the season, size of your garden or climate, you can inject homegrown flavor into your meals. Just clear a shelf, countertop or windowsill and get busy planting herbs, greens and even tomatoes to enjoy year-round. ...
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PUT FALL LEAVES TO WORK IN YOUR LANDSCAPE
Raking fall leaves can seem like a chore and a never-ending one, at that. Reduce time and effort spent managing fall leaves by putting this valuable resource to work in your landscape. ...
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STRATEGIES FOR GROWING EDIBLES LATER INTO THE SEASON
Don’t let fall or potentially frosty temperatures stop you from enjoying garden-fresh produce. Extend the nutritional value and homegrown flavor into your fall and early winter meals with the help of short season crops and season extending ...
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STILL TIME TO MAKE ADDITIONS & CHANGES TO YOUR LANDSCAPE
The cool wet spring delayed planting, deck and patio installations and other outdoor projects. Fortunately, there is still time to complete much of your outdoor work. ...
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CHEMICAL-FREE OPTIONS FOR MANAGING MOSQUITOES
It’s time to get outside and enjoy summer BBQs, gardening, hikes and much more. Don’t let mosquitoes keep you inside. Instead, enlist these chemical-free strategies to manage these pests in your landscape. ...
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PREVENT TICK-BORNE DISEASES WHILE ENJOYING THE OUTDOORS
You’ve grabbed your water bottle, sunscreen and hat for a hike in the park or some gardening. Add a bit of tick protection to your must-have items when you head out the door for an adventure, to garden or play. ...
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CAN YOU START AN INDOOR GARDEN WITH KITCHEN SCRAPS?
The pantry is full of fall favorites like squash, onions and potatoes, but busy schedules may have you finding a few things growing in the back of your cupboard. With little effort and a pinch of creativity you can grow these into a very imaginative ...
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BRING IN THE BIRDS FOR WINTER BEAUTY AND ENTERTAINMENT
Brighten your winter days by inviting birds into your landscape. Their beauty and motion help enliven the garden and lighten your spirit. Not only do they provide entertainment, but also an opportunity for all ages to stay involved with nature ...
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BRIGHTEN THE INDOORS WITH COLORFUL AMARYLLIS BLOOMS
Brighten those gray winter days with a few colorful, easy-care amaryllis. The 6- to 10-inch trumpet shaped blossoms are sure to generate a smile and brighten your mood. And consider sharing the fun of growing these beauties with friends and ...
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PLANT BASED ESSENTIAL OILS BOOST THE MIND, BODY & SPIRIT
Ease into the hectic holiday season with the help of aromatherapy. The fragrances of plant-derived essential oils have long been used to improve the health of our mind, body and spirit.
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PLANT EASY CARE DAFFODILS NOW FOR ADDED SPRING BEAUTY
Daffodils have a cheery presence in the spring garden and are a surefire way to chase away the winter blues. These fall-planted bulbs are also reliable perennials that require no maintenance and are not bothered by deer or other pests. The National ...
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SUCCESSFULLY TRANSITION HOUSEPLANTS FOR WINTER
Help your houseplants make a smooth transition from their outdoor summer home back inside for winter. The lower light and humidity indoors along with any insects that hitched a ride indoors make it difficult to keep these plants looking their ...
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PROPER TREE PLANTING AND CARE IS CRITICAL TO SURVIVAL
Whether planting a tree to add seasonal beauty, grow backyard fruit, provide a bit of shade, or reduce energy costs, it’s a big upfront investment. Make the most of your money spent by giving your tree its best chance at survival with proper ...
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ONE SIMPLE STEP CAN IMPROVE THE HEALTH AND VIGOR OF YOUR LAWN
Do just one thing this fall and you can improve the health and vigor of your lawn. Fall fertilization helps lawns recover from the stresses of summer and provides needed nutrients to grow deeper roots and a denser stand of grass. And that means ...
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