Pacific Northwest
February, 2003
Regional Report
In the Garden
Mild Winter Weather Confuses Plants and Pests Alike
The calendar indicates it's mid-winter but my garden has yet to experience a frost, thanks to the influence of El Nino. With daytime temperatures hovering around 40 degrees, bulbs are sprouting and buds are swelling a full 6 weeks ahead of schedule. I...
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Resources
Local Buzz
Humble Garden Heroes The average toad will eat 50 to 100 insects every night - that's 10,000 to 20,000 insects...
Favorite or New Plant
Winter Camellia My favorite landscape plant this time of year is Camellia sasanqua . This lovely shrub has...
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Regional Reminders
- Disinfect Your Containers
- Get Ready For Seed Starting
- Extend the Life of Cut Flowers
- Dust Those Houseplants
- Clean Up After the Birds
