Mid-Atlantic
October, 2009
Regional Report
National News - From NGA Editors
New Colorful Abelia
Abelia is a broadleaf evergreen that grows well in USDA hardiness zones 6 to 10. The glossy green foliage contrasts nicely with the pinkish-white flowers in summer and fall. Now a new variety of...
Watch Birds with New Birdcam
Gardeners love to feed and watch birds. However, birds are often at the feeder or in nesting boxes when youre at work, early in the morning, or late in the day. Its hard to catch all the...
Build Your Own Weeder
The wheel hoe is a nifty, hand-powered weeder that is great for slicing off weeds at the soil line. It features a wheel attached to a metal frame with a sharp blade and wooden handles. If youre...
New FarmerÂs Business Book
Gardeners trying to establish a new market vegetable garden or farm may not take the time or have the expertise for the business side of their operation. They spend most of their time building the...
In the Garden
Horticulture Experts Choose Gold Medal Winners
Perennials, shrubs and trees can be pricey. They are valuable investments in our properties, our future, and the environment. The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society helps make our choices wiser through its annual Gold Medal Program. A panel of...
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Resources
Tool or Gardening Product
Small Hand Rake Fall garden tidying involves reaching between and under shrubs and perennials to remove leaves...
Favorite or New Plant
Beautyberry Rich, deep colors emerge in the autumn landscape. The beautyberry shrub with its vibrant purple...
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Regional Reminders
- Rake Out Leaves from Under Shrubs and Around Perennials
- Use Leaves To Suppress Weeds
- Use Leaves to Top a New Spring Bed
- Remember Spring-Flowering Bulbs
- Do NOT Cut Back Lavender, Grasses, Butterfly Bush Now
