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Pruning Roses |
| Pruning does not have to be a daunting task for any rose grower. When roses are healthy and happy with their culture, they are very forgiving about pruning.Read More |
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Seeding Your Lawn |
| Lawn grasses are established in our area by seeding or sodding. Sodding is expensive but offers an instant carpet of grass that can be used within weeks, can be installed in difficult places such as areas that are steep or heavily trafficked and can be laid almost any time during the growing season. Read More |
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Why Use Compost? |
| If you use compost, you c an save time and money. Compost improves low quality soils by adding organic matter and nutrients. Plants grown in good soil are healthier and have greater resistance to diseases and insects. Read More |
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How To: Get An Accurate Soil Test |
| Make sure you get the information you need to build healthy, organic soil. One of the best deals a gardener can get is a soil test, which is available to most North Americans through local cooperative extension offices or similar agencies. Read More |
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Plants & Flowers that Will Attract Birds |
| Looking for Plants to Attract hummingbirds? Planting a few flowers around your yard will attract hummingbirds and butterflies this summer. Longer-term, planting fruit trees for food and evergreens for shelter will make your yard more attractive to the birds for years into the future. Read More |
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Growing Vegetables In The Fall And Winter |
| There are a number of great veggies that you can grow throughout the winter months. Cold hardy greens like escarole are a good pick for the winter garden. Carrots and other root crops also work well. Make sure to talk to your local extension agent for a list of vegetables that will work in your winter garden. Read More |
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Grape Expectations |
| A grape arbor provides double the pleasure, serving as a focal point of the small garden and a source of delicious fruit. Read More |
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Giant Pumpkin Kit |
| Ever wonder how giant pumpkins can end up weighing over 1,500, 1,600, 1,700, and now over 1,800 pounds? Here is a synopsis of the progress made by giant pumpkin growers and how it can work for any home gardener, farmer, or nursery grower. Read More |
