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Plants for Hummingbirds

“The daily hummingbird assaults existence with improbability.”– Ursula K. Le Guin Not only captivating to look at, hummingbirds have been a favorite of gardeners for centuries for their helpful pollinating

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Butterflies: The Pretty Pollinators

“The butterfly counts not months but moments, and has time enough.” Rabindranath Tagore With bees on the decline, we need to look to other beneficial insects to flutter in and

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Plant a Tree for Arbor Day

“The best time to plant a tree is 20 years ago. The second best time is now.”– African Proverb Every year as the snow melts and the ground thaws, the world

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Keep Your Plants Happy While You’re Away

You definitely deserve a vacation. If you’re planning a trip this summer be sure not to forget your plants! Houseplants and flowerpots need regular watering especially in hot weather, and

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Create An Educational Garden

By R. Wayne Mezitt We’re all becoming increasingly aware that we need to find ways to reconnect with the natural world. Understanding and appreciating nature helps ensure that future generations

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Cutting Flowers

“Happiness held is the seed; happiness shared is the flower.” John Harrigan Cut flowers are a traditional classic that we’ve never strayed very far from. From bouquets to corsages, they

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Composting Basics

“Nothing is lost, everything is transformed.” Antoine Lavoisier Whether you buy it bagged, have it delivered in bulk, or make your own, compost is one of the simplest and most

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Beneficial Insects

“Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize they were big things.” – Robert Brault Most gardeners have become at least a little familiar with some

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Hibiscus Plant Care

“When words escape, flowers speak.” Bruce W. Currie You aren’t alone if this winter has left you dreaming of a tropical, sun-soaked getaway. Running away to an island to forget

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Best Plants for Mom

“In search of my mother’s garden, I found my own.” Alice Walker Blooming Gifts for Mom This Spring, as we start to get busy in our gardens once again, many

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