By Julie Christensen Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides), with its beautiful, heart-shaped foliage, is the darling of the annual shade garden (though some varieties are adapted to full sun). If you’ve never grown coleus before, you’ll be surprised by the stunning variety of … [Read more...]
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How to Grow Hollyhock (Alcea) Flowers
By Julie Christensen Hollyhocks. Even the name conjures images of red barns and white picket fences. These humble flowers were a common fixture in cottage gardens and rural farms of yesterday, where they were often planted to hide eyesores, such as an outhouse, rubble pile or … [Read more...]
How To Take a Soil Sample
Although it is possible to dig into and analyze your own soil for basic nutrient amendment, it is recommended that those gardening in unknown soil (soil never used for the purpose) get their soil professionally analyzed. Most gardeners will also benefit from periodic sampling and … [Read more...]
Autumn Lawncare
If you are like many others, autumn yardwork probably sneaks up on you out of nowhere. One day you are basking in the sun, fanning yourself and drinking lemonade and then all of a sudden, you need to put a jacket on to walk the dog in the morning. This is usually about the same … [Read more...]
Root Crops for the Home Garden
Home gardeners are nearly all aware of the tasty number of root crops that can be grown. Â From beets to carrots to onions to turnips, they are relatively easy to grow, nutritious, and productive space-savers. Â Here's a few hints about what you can grow and some tips that might … [Read more...]
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