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Perennials in the Flower Garden
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Perennials are the basic flowers of any flower garden. To many people, a flower garden is simply beds of perennials. Each year they die and renew themselves for the next growing season. They can be long-lived ... Read more Posted:
Wed, 8 Feb 2006 05:16:37 +0100
Hostas, commonly known as the plantain lily, own so many distinctive characteristics that it's difficult to pinpoint which of them has pushed it ahead of the day lily (Hemerocallis) as the most sought after herbaceous perennial ... Read more Posted:
Tue, 7 Feb 2006 03:25:07 +0100
If you're planting a vegetable garden you'll want to pay close attention to frost and freeze dates to determine when to plant. This article gives an overview of how to determine when to plant and offers links ... Read more Posted:
Mon, 6 Feb 2006 05:27:36 +0100
Orange Perennials For Your Garden
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Perennials are wonderful because, they bloom year after year. Sometimes, I forget that I even have them planted and then they spring up to my surprise and delight! I like to add some zip to my ... Read more Posted:
Sun, 5 Feb 2006 07:59:10 +0100
The Wild Spikenard also goes by the names of False Solomon's Seal, and Solomon's Zig-zag. Its scientific name is Smilacina racemosa. This plant has white or greenish colored, small, slightly fragrant, densely packed flowers. It grows one ... Read more Posted:
Sat, 4 Feb 2006 01:10:37 +0100
Garden Gnomes to add whimsey to your garden
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Garde n gnomes are a fun addition to your garden, patio or landscaping. Adding a perfect touch of whimsy, you can count on a garden gnome to always put a smile on ... Read more Posted:
Fri, 3 Feb 2006 00:54:39 +0100
Improving Your Health & Quality of Life with Flowers
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Most people can appreciate flowers for their extreme beauty and wonderful scents. We have such a strong connection with them, responding very positively to their ability to bring joy, as well as ... Read more Posted:
Thu, 2 Feb 2006 03:51:03 +0100
Understanding Weeds - How to Kill them?
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When I was a child, I loved to pick Dandelions. The pretty yellow flowers were small, colorful, and looked nice tucked behind my ear! However, if one had popped up in the front yard, ... Read more Posted:
Wed, 1 Feb 2006 02:52:12 +0100
I have a love for funky, fun and uniquegarden plants. Here's one to try.It's called Sea Holly, and it's actually in thethistle family. Sea Holly is a perennial garden plant, which means you plant it once and ... Read more Posted:
Tue, 31 Jan 2006 03:28:16 +0100
Planning a Water Garden...
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A water garden is the area of your landscape that will provide you with relaxing sounds of the water, while adding to the overall details of your landscape. The water garden is a project that you must ... Read more Posted:
Mon, 30 Jan 2006 04:10:37 +0100
MOSQUITO FARMS? IS THAT WHAT WATER GARDENS ARE?
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What is nicer that a lovely backyard garden pond. The lush
growth rising above the water, graceful fish darting about and
the soothing sound of the water. These are just a ... Read more Posted:
Sun, 29 Jan 2006 00:56:20 +0100
Certain types or colors of flowers mean different things, and you don't want to send the wrong message if you give them as a gift! Of course, not everyone knows what a particular flower means, but you can never ... Read more Posted:
Sat, 28 Jan 2006 02:23:00 +0100
Ahh. Spring arrives with the beautiful twittering of birds preparing their nests for the unborn. What - can't hear them? The low rumble of lawn mowers not only drowns out natures' symphony, but also disturbs skittish wildlife ... Read more Posted:
Fri, 27 Jan 2006 03:09:06 +0100
The Sundial - Garden Ornament or Exotic Timepiece?
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Most of us regard a sundial as an attractive ornament for a park or garden. Their effectiveness as time keepers is highly variable
That's unfortunate, because it is not at all difficult ... Read more Posted:
Thu, 26 Jan 2006 01:20:21 +0100
How to grow Chocolate Cosmos
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Love Chocolate? Here's How to Grow Chocolate Cosmos
Chocolate cosmos (Cosmos atrosanguinea) is both nose and eye candy for your garden. When it's in full bloom, mature blossoms on long, slender stems look like candy ... Read more Posted:
Wed, 25 Jan 2006 01:57:04 +0100
Flower Meanings & History of Flowers
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Flower Meanings & History The charming and delicate beauty of flowers has fascinated people of all nations and backgrounds for centuries. Flowers have been bred and cultivated for their decorative beauty as well as their ... Read more Posted:
Tue, 24 Jan 2006 05:42:37 +0100
Do you have a knack for being with moths? Most people would say, "no way". Yet, the moth orchids that I am talking about are the ones that sway nicely in the breeze and some of the ... Read more Posted:
Mon, 23 Jan 2006 00:22:35 +0100
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