New England
April, 2010
Regional Report
National News - From NGA Editors
Hosta of the Year
Hostas are the backbone of the shade garden. Easy to grow and generally trouble-free, they are available in a myriad of sizes and leaf shapes, colors and variegation patterns. In fact, the biggest...
Old Time Tomatoes
Gardeners grow heirloom tomatoes for a variety of reasons- for their delicious flavor, unique appearance, to maintain strains of genetic diversity. But even if these other reasons didnt apply,...
Welcome to Munchkin Land
Oak-leaf hydrangeas ( Hydrangea quercifolia ) are wonderful landscape plants. Their large, lobed leaves add textural interest to the garden in summer and change to gorgeous shades of burgundy and...
Lawn Care Made Easier
If youve ever struggled to move downspout extensions and splash blocks before you mow- and then had put them back once you were done- youll probably appreciate a new product from Landscape...
In the Garden
Growing Raspberries
I love raspberries! But these delicious, jewel-like fruits are so perishable that it is almost impossible to get really fresh, ripe berries in the market. Fortunately, they are easy to grow in the home garden. So, with a little planning and some routine...
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Resources
Books
Growing Fruits and Berries If you are interested in growing fruits in your home garden, two books by Stella Otto will make...
Shows & Events
New England Wildflower Society Classes The New England Wild Flower Society's Education Department has released its Spring/Summer 2010...
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Regional Reminders
- Perennial Garden Cleanup
- Spring Lawn Care
- Harden Off Your Seedlings
- Strawberry Planting
- Planting Trees
