Gardeners, I think, dream bigger dreams than emperors. – Mary Cantwell
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In addition to insects and diseases, gardeners must keep an eye out for two and four-footed pests.
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When visitors come up our driveway, one of the first things they see is our herb spiral, which is prominently situated just inside our "Zone 1" environment. They always ask us for details: What is this? and, Why is this bed in the shape of a spiral? It's always fun for me to explain the thinking behind this innovative garden design, and I'm glad to share the concept with you today.
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I've been an avid gardener for decades, but whenever the subject was roses, I always had more questions than answers. I needed a guide to lead me through the maze of varieties and classes. When I began talking with rosarians around the country, one name kept coming up: Bev Dobson.
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The summer harvest is in full swing. Tomatoes, eggplant, peppers, corn, squash, and melons are ripening, giving us the fresh fixings for many a delicious summer meal. But the days are getting shorter and fall is on the way. It's time to think about planting to continue the harvest as the seasons change.
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Food waste is among the top three biggest contributors of greenhouse gas emissions across the world. This isn't just the food waste we scrape off the plate into the garbage can after a big meal, but rather the 40-60% of the inedible waste that comes from animals raised for human consumption.
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As the heat of the summer starts to give way to cooler days and nights it's time to think about getting the most out of the fall season that lies ahead. There are a number of plants that thrive in the fall, and depending on where you live, the time is here or fast approaching when you should start planning for extending the growing season. There are plants for show, edible plants, and some that do double duty that just might fit your design and taste. Here are a few that I like.
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What you dry is just as important as how you dry it. The drying techniques that I describe work for all flowers- come join the fun!
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LOVELY PHOTO BY VALERY33
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LOVELY PHOTO BY SOCALGARDENNUT
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LOVELY PHOTO BY VINITY"In full sun with extra tissue"
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LOVELY PHOTO BY SEDUMZZ
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LOVELY PHOTO BY POLKA45
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LOVELY PHOTO BY PATTY
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LOVELY PHOTO BY MELISSAMAEDAY
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LOVELY PHOTO BY BAJA_COSTERO
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LOVELY PHOTO BY NEWYORKRITA
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LOVELY PHOTO BY RUUDDEBLOCK
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THE NUMBERS FROM LAST WEEK 708 members joined. 4,852 posts written in our forums. 1,187 photos posted to the plant database. 682 plants added to personal inventory lists.
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If you've never experienced the joy of accomplishing more than you can imagine, plant a garden. – Robert Brault
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