February Pointers: Midwest Plant and Garden To Do’s
It is later than you think! During thaws along the Ohio River the sap is already stirring. Starting Seeds Indoors The inexperienced gardener should not attempt to start seeds indoors
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February Pointers: West Coast Plant and Garden To Do’s
Though Chilly and damp weather prevails in most of the West in many places the weather brings suspense and surprise to the garden. For example, in the favored spots such
February Pointers: Southern Plant and Garden To Do’s
Fertilizing Trees And Shrubs In all parts of the South trees and shrubs should be fed now. A few gardeners remember to feed the shrubs. but most neglect the trees.
February Pointers: Northern Plant and Garden To Do’s
Midwinter is a favorable time to repot house plants. But do not move the plants to larger pots unless their roots are so crowded that they really need more room.
January Pointers: West Coast Plant and Garden To Do’s
A quick search on the web will help beginning West Coast gardeners with a good supply of information on what to do and when and how to do it. Plus
January Pointers: Southern Plant and Garden To Do’s
This month the fragrance of tea olives, the Christmas rose of China and the lovely small tree Chimonanthus praecox (Meratia praecox), fills the air with delightful aromas. Camellias, with their
January Pointers: Northern Plant and Garden To Do’s
We are already looking ahead to spring. Former disappointments are forgotten, and they should be, except insofar as they keep us from repeating the same mistakes. Soon, the flower catalogs
December Pointers: West Coast Plant and Garden To Do’s
Gifts for Gardeners Garden tools, gloves, fertilizer, and plant and bulb gift cards are but a few of the unusual gifts that will be appreciated by gardeners. Prune Fruit Trees
December Pointers: Midwest Plant and Garden To Do’s
Holly The Christmas season highlights holly. Although hollies do not grow too successfully in the Midwest, more and more plants are appearing in the gardens of skillful gardeners. Ilex opaca,
December Pointers: Southern Plant and Garden To Do’s
Camellias Varieties that bloom at midseason may be selected and planted as the first flowers open and the full crop enjoyed in the garden. Some of the best of the