By Julie Christensen Common periwinkle (Vinca minor) is an ideal plant for tough spots. It is also called lesser periwinkle or creeping myrtle. Although it prefers rich, slightly moist soil, it tolerates a wide range of conditions, including clay, alkaline soils and drought. … [Read more...]
Ten Healthy Pumpkin Recipes
Pumpkins mark the arrival of the autumn harvest. While most of us scout around for perfect pumpkins to carve and display, some of us dream of the many delicious ways to enjoy this often overlooked super fruit. Beyond the traditional pumpkin pie, fresh pumpkins are a squash that … [Read more...]
How to Grow Pampas Grass
By Julie Christensen Pampas grass (Cortaderia selloana), with its showy flowers and soft, billowing form, brings to mind Florida coastal regions and balmy climates. True pampas grass is native to Brazil and is only hardy in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones … [Read more...]
How to Grow Petunias
By Julie Christensen Petunias are possibly the most popular flowering annual in the U.S -- and what’s not to love about them? They bloom all summer long and have a faintly sweet fragrance that becomes more pronounced in the evening. Petunia flowers come in a huge … [Read more...]
11 DIY Pallet Garden Ideas
Are you looking for a way to add dimension and interest to your garden area? Is your dilemma one of limited space? Try adding an old pallet to your plans for an inexpensive solution to many gardening challenges. You might already have one lying around that you can repurpose. … [Read more...]
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