Foolproof Tips For Bringing In Plants
WATCH THE MOISTURE Once in the house, the plant will be in less light and it'll grow more slowly. You won't need to water it as often. Let the surface of the soil dry out before you water again. Include a dose of ... [... more]
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How To Start Your Own Seeds Video: ...
In the "From the Test Garden" story in Garden Gate issue 79, we shared how to start seeds that need special treatment before they'll germinate. In these videos, we'll show you ... [... more]
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10 Earth-Friendly Garden Ideas
Butterflies, bees, hummingbirds and moths play an essential role in our gardens. They pollinate the flowers we enjoy and our kitchen gardens filled with tomatoes, cucumbers and ... [... more]
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Four Options For Your Garden Gate
High-low top: This option includes one additional picket than the others. That will change the distance between them to 1-11/16 in. Cut four pickets 40 in. long and three, 43 in. If you like, small, 45-degree angle ... [... more]
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Daffodil Favorites
In Garden Gate Issue 77 we showed you the best daffodil cultivars for different regions of the United States and southern Canada. Here are mail-order sources where you can find them: [... more]
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Eradicating Weeds
When you ask gardeners what their favorite part of gardening is, most will tell you it's enjoying the beautiful flowers and fresh vegetables. What's the worst part? Almost everyone agrees it's weeding. ... [... more]
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Accessible Tools
If gardening is your passion, but you're finding it harder to do, this information is for you. Many companies design and sell tools that make it easier to perform everyday gardening tasks. From tools with ergonomic handles to ... [... more]
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Building A Bamboo Trellis
I walked you through the steps of building a bamboo trellis in Issue 57. If you'd like to see the whole process in video form, click on one of the links below ... [... more]
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Trellis Toppers
I've selected three different styles, with three levels of woodworking ability. However, none of them requires any complicated cutting or construction techniques. And feel free to adapt the ... [... more]
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Weed Alert
The first step in protecting your garden is to identify the enemy. In the story in Issue 61, I showed you 16 annual, biennial and perennial weeds and how to effectively rid your garden of them. Here are more ... [... more]
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Indicator Plants: How To Know
In Garden Gate issue 67, we talked about using the drooping leaves of some plants, like ligularia and New Guinea impatiens, as a sign it's time to water. Many plants' leaves will wilt in the heat ... [... more]
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Making A Sand-Cast Birdbath
Looking for a simple project with lots of potential? Try this sand-cast birdbath. It's easy to make, works with any large leaf and it can be finished a number of ways. For a large birdbath, ... [... more]
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