From the end spring new beginnings. Pliny the Elder
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Nutsedge (Cyperus esculentus) is a perennial weed that usually appears in colonies. Common in moist soils throughout much of North America, nutsedge reproduces by shedding seeds and by developing nut-like edible "chufas" on its root tips.
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This pest is common throughout North America. The adult is an inch long,
tan moth. In spring, yellow eggs are laid on leaf undersides.The caterpillar
larva has alternating light and dark stripes that may be green, pink,
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Mulch is simply a covering over the soil that keeps moisture in, blocks weeds and protects low-growing tomatoes from resting on the ground and developing rot. There's some extra benefit to using organic mulches such as grass clippings, hay, leaves or sawdust because these materials -- unlike plastic, aluminum or other synthetic mulches -- decompose, providing food for the millions of microorganisms that live in the soil, making nutrients available to your plants and improving soil structure.
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Rosemary means dew of the sea, an appropriate name for this popular garden herb, watered by the ocean mists in its native habitat along the arid coastline of the
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Annual bluegrass (Poa annua) is a cool-season annual that forms dense clumps that are lighter green than cultivated turf grasses. Unlike perennial bluegrass, the tips of annual bluegrass leaves show a slight curve, like the bow of a boat.
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Gardeners love to share their interest in gardening, and sharing with their children can be particularly rewarding. Even 2- and 3-year-olds can help plant their own little patch, and watch as life unfolds around them. Here are some suggestions for making gardening enjoyable-and safe-for young children.
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Summer squash is one of the most gratifying crops to grow in the vegetable garden. Simply stick in a few seeds, wait a while, and suddenly you're harvesting tender green and gold squash by the armload.
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LOVELY PHOTO BY DIRTDORPHINS
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LOVELY PHOTO BY CLIFTONCAT
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LOVELY PHOTO BY MAXMOM98
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LOVELY PHOTO BY AUDREYDEE
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LOVELY PHOTO BY LINDSAYG
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LOVELY PHOTO BY SL_GARDENER
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LOVELY PHOTO BY BETJA
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LOVELY PHOTO BY JAYZEKE
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LOVELY PHOTO BY DIRTDORPHINS
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THE NUMBERS FROM LAST WEEK 2,811 members joined. 7,836 posts written in our forums. 1,248 photos posted to the plant database. 2,455 plants added to personal inventory lists.
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Anybody who wants to rule the world should try to rule a garden first.
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