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Year of the dogwood
I have featured dogwoods in previous columns because they are one of my favorite trees. This year, the National Garden…
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Pesticide misuse
Happy Garden Month! While it is too early to start planting tender annuals and seeds, I hope you are enjoying…
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Garden trends for 2025
If you like sustainable, natural gardening practices, then you will like the garden trends for 2025. Seed and nursery companies…
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Sensory gardens
Being in the garden is always a sensory experience, but have you intentionally added plants to your landscape to create…
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Not all daffodils are yellow
March is finally here, and after all the snow, sleet, ice, and frigid temperatures, I am beyond ready for spring…
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Seed starting
The weather has been wintery for the past several weeks, but spring is on the horizon, and it is time…
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Houseplant Care: Part 2
In the last column, we covered watering and lighting tips for houseplants. This column will focus on proper humidity, fertilizing,…
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Houseplant Care: Part 1
For many people, their house would not be a home without houseplants. Houseplants add color, texture, and interest to your…
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Recycling your Christmas tree and other winter gardening tasks
Happy New Year! As the year begins, gardeners can enjoy a time of rest, preparation, and even some outdoor chores…
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Alternatives to boxwood
Boxwood (Buxus sempervirens) is a landscape favorite that offers evergreen foliage, deer resistance, and is easily sculpted into topiaries –…
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