Western Mountains and High Plains
September, 2007
Regional Report
National News - From NGA Editors
Organic Tomatoes Rich in Antioxidants
People choose organically grown produce over conventionally grown produce for a variety of reasons, such as minimizing pesticide exposure and preference for the taste. New research supports the...
Unusual Double-Flowered Tiger Lily
Tiger lilies ( Lilium lancifolium ) are easy-to-grow, 4- to 6-foot-tall, hardy bulbs that typically produce downward-facing flowers in midsummer. While most have single flowers, an old, unusual...
Floating Planter for Ponds
Barley straw has been shown to emit a chemical thats effective in controlling algae in water gardens and ponds. There are many purely functional barley straw products on the market, but a new...
Make Your Own Garden Cart
Many gardeners fondly remember, and may still own, the original Model 26 Garden Way garden cart. This revolutionary cart made hauling soil, mulch, and other materials much easier than using a...
In the Garden
Sweet, Succulent Homegrown Grapes
One of the pleasures of gardening in the Rockies is finally enjoying the fruits of your labors. It has been an interesting year with a very hot summer and little rain, but the grapevines are taking it in stride and now offering up bountiful crops of...
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Resources
Favorite or New Plant
Black-Eyed Susans It's the bright yellow daisy-like petals and deep chocolate brown centers of coneflowers (...
Clever Gardening Technique
Earwig Traps It's been a terrible year for European earwigs. Generally they are beneficial insect predators,...
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Regional Reminders
- Beware Diseases Lurking in the Garden
- Keep Garden Clean
- Plant Trees and Shrubs Soon
- Breathe New Life Into Your Lawn
- Add Spring-Flowering Bulbs
