Western Mountains and High Plains
January, 2007
Regional Report
National News - From NGA Editors
Tempting New Tomato Varieties
Tomatoes are the most popular vegetable grown across the country, and for 2007 there are some new varieties that should peak everyones interest. One of the trends in tomatoes is fruits of...
2007 Perennial Plant of the Year
Each year there are a bevy of perennial flowers to tempt us -- both new and old favorites -- and it can be difficult to choose what to plant. The Perennial Plant Association helps us by naming a...
Gardening With Seniors and Kids
Seniors and kids are a natural combination in the garden. Seniors have years of experience, wisdom, and patience for creating gardens, and kids have the enthusiasm, energy, and strength to help...
Marigolds Thrive With Earthworm Castings
Earthworms are known to be key components of healthy garden soils. They not only aerate the soil with their tunneling, but their droppings or castings are known to be a good plant food, as well....
In the Garden
Ways to Recycle Your Christmas Tree
As you get ready to carefully take off the ornaments, remove the strands of lights, and put your Christmas decorations into dormancy for another year, keep in mind that your evergreen tree can literally keep on giving. With more than 33 million real...
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Resources
Books
Nature Crafts Nature Crafts - 50 Terrific Things to Make with Nature's Materials , by Gwen Diehn & Terry...
Favorite or New Plant
Wandering Jew The Wandering Jew (Tradescantia) is one of the easiest houseplants to grow and very colorful in a...
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Regional Reminders
- Assess Storm Damage to Trees
- Provide Food for the Birds
- Replace Old, Tired Plants
- Control Gnats
- Buy New Containers
