Pacific Northwest
December, 2009
Regional Report
National News - From NGA Editors
Compact Magnolias for Early Spring Blooms
Magnolia trees are popular for their flowers, which bloom in late winter or early spring. The trees are majestic and the flowers are colorful, with a unique sweet fragrance. However, many magnolia...
New Ergonomic Kitchen Cutter
It's important to have the right tools when you're working in the kitchen. While sharp knives are great for many jobs, chopping vegetables with a knife can be time-consuming and requires a cutting...
A New Way to Repair Your Dog-Damaged Lawn
Dogs maybe man's best friends, but they certainly aren't friends to your lawn. Dogs urinating on the lawn can cause brown, dead spots. Dedicating a certain area for your dog helps, and watering...
A Clover of a Different Color
White or Ladino clover is usually thought of as a weed in lawns or as a forage crop for animals. However, there are some attractive varieties of white clover gardeners can grow as a ground cover....
In the Garden
Add Ferns for Texture in Shady Gardens
To me, ferns are the classic shade plants. Their delicate, feathery fronds coupled with their diverse shapes and sizes are what appeal to me most. I think they are easy to fit into almost any kind of garden.
I like to contrast the lacy foliage of...
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Resources
Web Finds
Paul Ecke Ranch Poinsettias To learn about the world of poinsettias and the newest introductions, visit the Paul Ecke Ranch...
Clever Gardening Technique
Create a Terrarium Here's a project to keep you busy during those long winter days:
Create a terrarium. You'll...
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Regional Reminders
- Harvest Holiday Greenery
- Purchase a Living Christmas Tree
- Recycle Packing Material
- Check Soil Moisture
- Keep Off the Grass
