I even had newspapers and tarps spread all over the floor. I recently found myself thinking about a grand-fatherly gentleman I knew many years ago. The hard work in the garden is actually a respite."Jessica Hagans spent time in and around gardens while...
If you breed your doelings this year you must be there when they kid in case they need your help. It usually takes goats 150 days, plus or minus five days, to carry kids to term. The university publications Uzzi and I read agree that it's possible to...
All poems copyrighted property of Kathleen M. Winter is a long season here in the hills to the east of Lake Erie. Tenpas and used with permission It gives me time to consider the season.
The following is a list of some of the aloe flowers growing in southern California, starting with the Aloe species starting with 'M' and going through 'R'. This pictorial article is provided as an introduction to one of the most beautiful and available...
Suitable to zones: 6-9.) – This popular ornamental grass features attractive blue-green foliage and reaches 36 inches (91 cm.) tall. Finding shade tolerant evergreens can be difficult in any climate, but the task can be especially challenging in USDA...
The foliage turns a deep golden purple in autumn before the leaves fall to the ground.freestar.queue.push(function() { googletag.display("div-gpt-ad-300x250-ATF-1"); });The Korean sweetheart tree produces small, yellowish-white flowers.
It grows in zones 5-9.) are the most popular zone 9 trees for privacy. One good choice is) that has dark green, shiny leaves and red berries. If you live in Zone 9, your climate is quite warm and the upper limit of where some evergreen trees can thrive.freestar.queue.push(function()...
These cultivars are not as hardy as some of the newer ones. The future of Weigela still seems bright!I have many DG members to thank for the use of their pictures:('Dark Horse', 'Gold Rush', 'Wine and Roses' and 'White Knight'),
Some provide a barrier for wind and sound, or a screen that shields the landscape from less attractive landscape elements. This versatile tree may attain heights of 100 feet (30 m.), but is often much shorter in the garden.Montgomery spruce is a short,...
Then the butterflies were released, to propagate and to migrate.That little lark was just the spark. Several like minded farmers accepted them, hoping to boost butterfly population in their own stands of milkweed and native plants.
Tenpas and used with permission"Dance Tune", "Garden Ghost", "To be Brave in Grief", "Altered Nature", "The Smell of Apples", "Say a Poem" and "The Roses" are from the bookAll photos are property of Kathleen M.
Brass is comprised of copper and zinc, both dangerous. Galvanized steel contains zinc and can be contaminated with cadmium, which may be fine for plants but not so much for you. Bronze contains copper and sometimes aluminum.
Reaching up to 20 feet (to 7 m.) in height, it's not too picky about location, full sun to partial shade, and tolerates most soil types.) – Not a plant for those with young children or pets due to itsgrows 8 to12 feet (2.5 to 4 m.) and can be planted...
If you want them to come back in the spring, however, it's important to make sure they're winter hardy in your area. It spreads very easily, so keep an eye on it if you decide to plant it.– 25-30 feet (7-9 m.), it produces extraordinary and unique flowers...
Mr. Morton was responsible for the founding of Arbor Day in Nebraska, other states followed his lead and soon all of the United States was celebrating this holiday. He settled in Nebraska Territory where he and his wife established a homestead.
In general, newer roses are often the best roses for beginners because they've been bred to require less care with a higher level of disease-resistance. This little beauty is perfect for containers too and hardy in zones 4-9.reaching heights around 24-32...
Annuals also work well as underplantings for container grown holly shrubs.freestar.queue.push(function() { googletag.display("div-gpt-ad-300x250-ATF-1"); });Planting under holly bushes that are more established is much easier than planting under young...
The following article contains is a hops fertilizer guide for how and when to feed hops plants.. Soils with a concentration of over 16 ppm do not need any additional phosphorous.is next in importance for growing hops.
You may find you can harvest these vegetables all winter with this added protection from leaves.Here in our area we have to separate the compostable material from our regular trash.
Grab this quick-reference guide by Hobby Farm Home contributor Susan M. Why pass up the green and blooming bounty around your homestead that many count as weeds or decoration: Make something to eat instead!
Shelton, and M. The slightest movement focuses the attention of this guardian, enabling it to determine if the intruder is friend or foe. Instantly, the T-22 springs into action, training weaponry on the invader and dooming it quickly to a vapory oblivion..."...
Are extremely popular plants to have in your flower garden, and for good reason. Keep reading to learn more about growing hydrangeas in zone 9 and caring for hot weather hydrangeas.While there are a few hot weather hydrangeas that can tolerate zone 9...
The answer is yes, you can – with caveats. Keep in mind that) grows to heights of 4 to 10 feet (1 to 2.5 m.), with a width of around 5 feet. Although buddleia is relatively drought-tolerant, it will perform better with occasional irrigation, especially...
The seedling is a genetic misfit and in the wild, probably would not survive. There are literally hundreds to choose from and new ones arise every year.The above cultivars of eastern hemlock include 'Nearing', 'Pendula' and 'Minuta'
They typically have 8 to 12 red to purple cloves per head beneath a white skin, and are tolerant of adverse growing (weather) conditions especially in hot climates. Burgundy has a mild, yet full flavor with only moderate heat.- Harvests mid-late season,...
When growing zone 7 junipers, the question is less one of temperature and more one of other conditions like soil, sun, and desired size.freestar.queue.push(function() { googletag.display("div-gpt-ad-300x250-ATF-1"); });– The ‘main' juniper, it grows...
Combined with the gorgeous, creamy yellow and green variegated foliage of 'Helena's Blush', the two made delightful companions in a container by our front entry. More Euphorbias! If my "untamed passion" has persuaded you to add Euphorbias to your garden,...
