Ideas & Inspiration
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What Do Fig Tree Leaves Smell Like
Fresh figs are a summertime treat which are not commercially available in my area. So if I want fresh figs, I must grow them myself.
By Laura Miller
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The Tater Tubs - My Experience Growing Potatoes In Containers
Containers that automatically water your crops are invaluable during the growing season. This is how our tater tubs started out and they have proven to be useful year after year.
By Bonnie Grant
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Animals Or Vegetables?
My yard is blessed with all types of wildlife and they are most often vegetarians. Read about how I’ve had to make choices about what to grow in my garden.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Wintertime Is Planning Time
Click here to learn all about how I will take advantage of my garden’s blank canvas before things start to sprout again in spring.
By Amy Grant
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Stickers, Barb, and Burrs: Fighting Weeds That Fight Back
Plants with burrs and stickers grow across much of the United States and Canada, so it’s no surprise that several types are at home here in Oregon’s high desert. Read about my battle here.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Spinach Growing Problems - 5 Things You're Doing Wrong With Spinach
With National Spinach Day approaching, many gardeners are sowing this healthy vegetable. Spinach can be a bit tricky to grow, however.
By Laura Miller
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Pecan Tree Problems: Common Mistakes When Growing Pecans
Avoid mistakes when growing pecans by understanding potential pecan tree problems in advance. Click for info and tips to help you get started.
By Teo Spengler
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Dreaming Of Flowers In The High Desert
When I moved back to the high desert, I was surprised to find flowers, like several large yuccas that produced beautiful spires of creamy, pale yellow blooms in midsummer.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Gardening Challenges In The Texas Panhandle
Texas Panhandle gardening is not always easy, especially when it’s your first experience with gardening. Click here to see what I learned.
By Becca Badgett
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The Most Interesting Seed I've Been Given - Kaffir Lily
I was gifted with some of the seeds from my sisters Kaffir lily and it became the most interesting seed I’ve ever been given.
By Bonnie Grant
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Peace Lily Growing: The Story of My Peace Lily Houseplant
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Making A Mess Of The Hydrangeas
With so many varieties of hydrangea, my pruning schedule got confusing! Click to hear about my troubles and learn from my mistakes.
By Teo Spengler
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Western Juniper Trees: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly
I love and appreciate evergreens, which require almost no care and look nice all year. But western juniper can be tricky. Learn more here.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Christmas Tree Alternative: Decorating An Outdoor Tree For Birds
Traditional Christmas trees are popular among those celebrating the holiday, but some people, like me, take a decidedly different approach.
By Tonya Barnett
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Winter Lawn Care: Preventing Bare Spots In The Lawn
I detest lawn weeds because they die in the winter, leaving bare spots in the lawn. Here’s what I do for winter lawn care.
By Laura Miller
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A School Garden Thrives In Challenging Times
By Caroline Bloomfield
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Flour For Aphid Control - It's Not Just For Baking
Even with natural pest remedies, you can get flare ups that can't be controlled. Luckily, I use one simple ingredient already in the kitchen - flour.
By Bonnie Grant