Western Mountains and High Plains
September, 2008
Regional Report
National News - From NGA Editors
New Multicolored Bee Balm
Bee balm ( Monarda didyma ) is known as a widely adapted perennial flower that features red, white, or lavender flowers that butterflies and hummingbirds love. A new selection from England adds a...
Incredible New Hydrangea
From the world of plant blogs comes word of a new, improved version of the popular Annabelle hydrangea. Annabelle is a midsummer-blooming Hydrangea arborescens selection that blooms on new...
New Squirrel-Proof Bird Feeder
Come fall, many gardeners restock the bird feeders to attract a variety of feathered friends to their yards for winter. One of the worst problems with many bird feeders is squirrels stealing the...
Earthworms Spread Weed Seed
Giant ragweed ( Ambrosia trifida ) is one of the main contributors to the hay fever that causes distress to millions of gardeners this time of year. While giant ragweed is quite capable of...
In the Garden
Gearing Up for Autumn
More than most times of the year, fall is a season when changes are in the air that both gardeners and plants can detect. The weather may not be truly cold yet (unless you live in the high country where mornings and evenings are brisk), but it is...
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Resources
Books
Attracting Birds A guest on my radio show introduced me to a fascinating book about wild birds. The Audubon...
Clever Gardening Technique
Discourage Ants on Fruit To prevent ants from reaching the ripening fruit in the home orchard, cut sheets of adhesive...
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Regional Reminders
- Prepare Geraniums for the Move Indoors
- Take Advantage of Discounted Perennials
- Plant Daffodils Early
- Make Room for Cheerful Pansies
- Plant Peonies
