Northern & Central Midwest
December, 2005
Regional Report
National News - From NGA Editors
Investing in Your Landscape Pays Off
Money does grow on trees, according to a new study from Michigan State University. Researchers conducted an experiment to determine the landscape components home buyers valued the most, and how...
A New Walkway De-Icer ThatÂs Safe for Plants
Winter is upon us. If you live in an area with frequent snow and ice storms, you know its a chore to keep the drive and walkways cleared and safe. One of the products often used is a commercial...
A Unique Gift for Gardeners: Personal UV Monitor
Looking for the perfect holiday gift for the outdoorsy member of the family? How about his or her own personal UV monitor? With increased concern about the amount and intensity of skin exposure to...
New ÂBlushing Bride Hydrangea
Gardeners from the north to the south have enjoyed the beautiful Endless Summer® hydrangea since its release two years ago. This mophead hydrangea ( Hydrangea macrophylla Bailmer Endless...
In the Garden
Worms for Christmas!
I'm asking Santa to bring me worms for Christmas. Not just any worms; two pounds of Eisenia foetida , also called red wigglers or redworms, to be exact. No, I haven't completely lost my mind and I'm not going fishing in Florida for the month of...
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Resources
Web Finds
WormWoman.com A must-visit for vermiculturists, WormWoman.com is filled with good information about...
Books
Worm Composting Worms Eat My Garbage: How to Set Up & Maintain a Worm Composting System , by Mary Appelhof...
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Regional Reminders
- Recycle Your Christrmas Tree
- Use Snow to Your Plants' Advantage
- Remove Snow Gently
- Pot Up Your Amaryllis
- Grow a Moth Orchid
