Western Mountains and High Plains
March, 2008
Regional Report
National News - From NGA Editors
Stunning Multicolored Clematis
Clematis are perennial climbing vines grown for their flowers that range in color from deep purples, blues, and pinks, to white. A new variety called 'Tie Dye' adds an interesting twist, with...
Updated Garden Primer
Back in the 1980s, Barbara Damroschs book, The Garden Primer , was considered one of the bibles of general gardening. It was chock full of information on growing everything imaginable --...
New Golden Grape Tomato
Grape tomatoes have become very popular in grocery stores and farmers markets. They resemble cherry tomatoes but are more elongated, less watery, and thicker skinned. While most grape tomato...
Human Hair Disks for Containers
First, there were smart pots, now there are smart mats. SmartGrow mats are woven disks made from human hair that can enhance growth of plants. Theyre completely biodegradable, and as they...
In the Garden
Growing Veggies at Home
Do you know what it's like to harvest fresh-ripened fruits and vegetables? Their delicious flavors can't be matched by storebought produce. Growing your own lets you maintain this quality control. It's nice to know whether or not chemicals, pesticides,...
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Resources
Shows & Events
20th Anniversary of Spring Home and Patio Show This annual event breathes spring into the air at the National Western Complex in Denver,...
Favorite or New Plant
Persian Shield Plant When it comes to dazzling metallic purple foliage, the Persian shield ( Strobilanthes dyerianus )...
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Regional Reminders
- Start Pruning
- Plant Raspberries
- Gradually Remove Mulch
- Start Cool-Season Annuals
- Look for Bare-Root Plants
