Plants From Root Cuttings

Root Cuttings

Have you had the experience of transplanting an Oriental poppy or butterfly weed (Asclepias tuberosa) to another part of the garden and later found these plants coming up again in

Fruit Feud

Fruit Feud

Regrettably, the pleasure of avocational gardening should never be marred by altercations among neighbors over property lines, invading tree roots, wayward vines, and overhanging fruits.  Yet we must admit that

Making A Rock Garden

Rock Garden

Where do I get the stones for my rock garden? Happy is the gardener if the rocks are already on the property, such as a natural ledge, an old quarry,

Try Pedilanthus

Trying Pedilanthus

The stems of this plant are unusual in form, which is zig-zag-like rick-rack braids, and is especially desirable for arrangements where the added value of the silhouette is desired. In

Making A Fruit Garden In Autumn

Fruit Garden

At this time of year, the gardener is constantly reminded by nursery catalogs, newspaper columns, and magazine articles of the merits of setting out plants in the Fall.  Much can

Both Flowers And Fruits Two Season Trees

Season Trees

As time goes on, gardens are becoming smaller and smaller. Because of this trend, which is a very marked one throughout the country, it is becoming increasingly important to select

Growing Pecans In The South

Growing Pecans

In the South, the pecan is one of the most valuable dual-purpose trees. It gives us needed shade in summer and a rich harvest of tasty fruit in the fall.

Watering, Mowers And Crabgrass

Watering Mowers Crabgrass

Lawn watering, we all agree, is necessary. But the question arises about how much water and how often it should be applied.  There are several theories on the subject—each well