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They are happy in a wide range of lighting and average household temperatures. At first glance, though, you'd hardly guess they are closely related. They are said to like some air circulation.

A minor point but one that some readers may find importantMoney Tree art at left by the incomparable "Inky" Used here with permission, Thank you! Inky Art not to be used elsewhere without express permission of the creator.

Match the thickness of the cord to the size of the container you wish to use it with. It will be marked at the halfway point, with three lengths on each side of your mark. This hanging planter is a frugal craft, costing less than $4 to make, and a couple...

Fertilizers labeled for hydroponic growing would be most suitable.The most common, of the few complaints about lucky bamboo, is that a single stem may suddenly turn yellow for no apparent reason.

They are ideal for an outdoor display when decorated with simple white twinkle lights and topped with a decorative bow. However, as collectibles so often do, my garden ornaments became more and more numerous.

It reminds me of newly dug soil and planting seeds, scents of spring and warm sunshine.When I talked with June she reminded me that the cozies are made of buckwheat seeds, not buckwheat hulls, and they can be warmed in the microwave over and over again.

The versatlity and fun of using my smart phone are making it an everyday tool in all my gardening endeavors. I used my phone to take a pictorial note of wildflowers as I walked the dog.

Don't worry about skimming off any foam that may form.Put on the 2-piece lids and process as USDA recommends for your altitude. Botanically, peppers belong to the Solanaceae family and genus.

There are several in the illustrations of the window feeders above. Having no real knowledge of them at the time, but a burning desire to get to know them, I decided to purchase several feeders.I already had a bottle-type feeder in my closet that I had...

I ended up making a card (shown above) to stick in the potting soil of each favor with a willow branch.On the outside of the card I stamped an organic looking wildflower image. The following is a short tale of my journey to matrimonial insanity and back.

Buy a pretty and perfumey cream at Bath and Body Works, go rustic with Bag Balm, shop easy at the corner drugstore for Neutrogena Original Hand Cream, or get creative andin the form of a magazine subscription.

Fennel or anise provides the distinctive flavor in Italian sausages and in other savory dishes, such as pork or tomato sauces. Biscotti can be made in a variety of ways, using almonds, pistachios or dried fruits.

The essence of gratitude is expressed in a quote by Melodie Beattie frequently passed around via e-mail. We gardeners know what we want, but on gift-giving holidays, what do we usually get?

One of the easiest ways to use combinations of plants is to start with an impressive, larger specimen. They perform well in the growing season and bloom until cold temperatures arrive with little more than some occasional fertilizer and plentiful water.

They may wither a bit, but if given a drink, they'll bounce right back with no ill effects. They make great plants for vacation homes and for gardeners with hectic work schedules. They are generally very inexpensive and often a friend or neighbor will...

I then remove my flowers, pick up my garment, and carefully spray bleach on side seams and shoulders. Try to stay away from the flowers like roses or peonies, unless they are the more open type of flowers.

As fall rolls around and we begin to put our gardens to bed for winter, we also begin to think of holiday cards and gifts. Larger is okay, as you can cut the finished paper to size.

This will ensure that the bouquet is colorful and long-lasting.Butterflies love zinnias too. The flowers are irresistible to our winged friends and it isn't unusual to see many species dancing among zinnia blooms on a sunny day.

Pinch your pancake into a leaf shape, or cut out a serrated leaf shape with a knife or with your toothpick. I love working with polymer clay, and so do my nieces and nephews. I also made feet by rolling 3 snakes of black clay and putting them under her...

Set the vase on a bright cool windowsill or in the brightest indoor spot you have. Add water as needed to just keep the bottom of the bulbs touching the water.Paperwhites, being much more sensitive to frost than typical daffodils, are rated for the warmer...

Do be aware that certain trees—peaches, for example—bear on the previous year's wood, so you don't want to remove all of last year's growth when you head back or you will lose much of your fruit-bearing potential.

Regardless of your garden style, there is a perfect daylily for your landscape.From their humble origins many centuries ago, the genus has been refined and thousands of hybrids created, so there are an almost unlimited number of choices available.

The Hoffman's 84-acre farm includes about 32 acres of pasture that supports a dozen horses and more than 100 laying hens that are part of his commercial pasture-poultry operation. Forbs are dicots, many have a taproot, and all have colorful and fragrant...

The first store I went to only sold liquid pectin. Hand-picking fresh fruit right from your own backyard is a definite treat. When our local Acme market went out of business - they always had the best canning supplies in our area - I had to find another...

Homemade jams and jellies make appreciated gifts from friends and family who have learned basic skills in the art of canning and food preservation. It will always vary.pe is designed for beginners, using a one-to-one ratio for the measurement of juice...

This has been one of the most reliable weather sayings for me and it is backed up by science. Perhaps you won't find any science to support your observations, but if you do, it is extra satisfying.

If anything good can be said to come out of such a horrifying experience, though, it is observing which plants and trees didget destroyed by the storm. Read on to see how. Other plants can be included in the bed for added landscape interest, but the two...