Ornamental Grasses: No Need for Fall Cleanup
By Larry Hodgson Not that long ago, pretty much the only ornamental grasses that gardeners grew in their gardens wereContinue Reading
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Yellowing Conifers Needles: Not Always a Problem
By Larry Hodgson Often gardeners are worried when they see needles of their conifers turn yellow in the autumn andContinue Reading
Pest Control Guide: Preventing Pests in Your Home and Garden
By Cassandra Rosas Cassandra is a content writer at Porch.com. She is passionate about home improvement, interior design, the environment, sustainability,Continue Reading
Are Flowering Cabbages Edible?
By Larry Hodgson Question: This spring I sowed some flowering cabbages and it was a huge success: they’re absolutely beautiful andContinue Reading
Gardening book of the month
Bibliothèque et Archives nationales du Québec (BAnQ)’s monthly gardening e-book suggestion! Growing Under Cover: Techniques for a More Productive, Weather-Resistant,Continue Reading
The Year Tulips Saved the Dutch from Starvation
During the Second World War, tulips helped save the Dutch population from starvation. By Larry Hodgson Did you know thatContinue Reading
When a Red Ball Cactus Loses Its Top
By Larry Hodgson Question: When I received this cactus, it had only a central stem with another colorful cactus on top.Continue Reading
Plants That Will Help You Relieve Your Knee Arthritis Pain
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How to Lift and Store Tender Bulbs for the Winter
By Larry Hodgson Even if you’re a beginning gardener, you probably have some notion that some summer bulbs, such asContinue Reading
An Obstacle Course for Squirrels
By Larry Hodgson If you’re like me, squirrels are both friends, as you can have so much fun with theirContinue Reading