February 24th, 2010 
admin The petunia is among the most popular bedding plants purchased each spring and summer, In fact, some people may argue that it is the most popular. If you drive around in the warmer weather, it certainly may seem like this is so. This favorite annual flower was first discovered in South America more than two [...]
February 17th, 2010 admin Starting leeks from seeds, properly keeping snow off shrubs, and giving cut flowers the right care are some of the gardening tips for this month. Long-season alliums, such as leeks and onions, should be started from seed now. They need 10 to 12 weeks of growth indoors before they go in the garden. Sprinkle the [...]
February 9th, 2010 admin Mother Nature may be taking a snooze this time of year, but that doesn’t mean you can. February brings its share of challenging chores for gardeners, many relating to the weather. If snow cover is light in your area, you may need to add extra mulch, such as a thick layer of straw or evergreen [...]
February 2nd, 2010 admin Although traditional, red roses aren’t the only way to say “be mine” this February 14. Tulips, carnations, azaleas, and exotic flowers such as cineraria are catching up with roses in popularity as flowers for St. Valentine’s Day. If you want to give roses, but can’t afford the high price tag for long-stemmed reds, why not [...]
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