National Gardening Association

March 3, 2005
Middle South
By Suzanne DeJohn,
Candler, NC

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In My Garden

The Grotto

Since last September's floods washed away one of our outbuildings, my husband and I have been deliberating about what to do with the old stone foundation. On one hand, it's an eyesore and a reminder of the havoc caused by the floods. And having just...
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Resources

Shows & Events

Organic Growers School The 2005 Organic Growers School will be held Saturday, March 12, 2005, at Blue Ridge Community...

Books

A to Z Encyclopedia of Garden Plants The American Horticultural Society's A to Z Encyclopedia of Garden Plants , Dr. H. Marc Cathey...

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Regional Reminders

Put Up Bluebird Houses
Start Cannas Indoors
Rejuvenate Liriope
Aerate Lawns
Keep Cut Daffodils Separate

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National News

From NGA Editors

Short, Colorful Mullein

Most gardeners know mullein as a large, velvety-leaved perennial that self sows in your garden and produces a 5-foot-tall, yellow flower stalk in midsummer. The English have taken a liking to this...

New Everbearing Blackberries

For years gardeners have enjoyed everbearing raspberry varieties, such as ‘Heritage’. These varieties fruit twice a year -- in summer and fall. Now from the University of Arkansas comes a breeding...

Star Search for New Plants

Ever wonder if that unusual flower that sprang up in your yard is a new variety that might be worth millions? Even though plant-breeding companies spend thousands of dollars to develop new...

Biodegradable Cell Phones

The latest recycling challenge involves the bevy of discarded electronic equipment, and one of the biggest culprits are cell phones. As people change phone plans and upgrade the quality and style...

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March 3, 2005 Middle South By Suzanne DeJohn, Candler, NC