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  • … in a screen or hedge. Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds love Weigela , and so do gardeners. For a plant that gives you so much to look at, they're very easy to care for. No particular disease or pest problems. No special soil requirements.No deadheading. Just …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … in American gardens.  Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds love Weigela , and so do gardeners. For a plant that gives you so much to look at, they're very easy to care for. No particular disease or pest problems. No special soil requirements.No deadheading. Just …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … Description: In early spring and late fall, look for this bird of the high tundra as it scurries along the paths in the Dixon Prairie or flies …
    Type: Birding
  • … Description: This migrant species may be spotted in trees. Look for rectangular groupings of small holes in the bark of trees to see where they have been …
    Type: Birding
  • … with a bright red eye on this hardy hibiscus cultivar.  Dark green leaves provide a backdrop for the flowers.  A slightly shorter sized plant adaptable to smaller gardens. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … Moderate temperatures and light with high humidity and very well-drained soil are ideal for cultivating this orchid. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … specimens have stronger lemony scents. Offers strong mosquito repellent citronella and makes for a great patio plant.     …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … in green and highlighted with yellow on this exotically colored tulip. Sturdy stems are ideal for cutting and provide protection against strong winds and heavy rains. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … I started vermicomposting (composting with worms) in April for Earth Day. It has been four months and my worms have generated some nice castings (worm poop) … and airy, not wet. (Note: If your worm bin is soggy, open the lid and let the bin dry out for a week or so. Do not add any food scraps before moving to the next step.) When you have a … any remaining food scraps. This might take a week or so. View all parts Vermicomposting for Beginners view part 1 Tips for Managing Your Worm Bin View part 2     This worm bin still has …
    Type: Blog
  • … be therapeutic, as long as it is something you enjoy doing. What could be more exhilarating, for example, than raking leaves on a crisp autumn day? Even mowing the lawn can be therapy for some. I have a neighbor who mows his lawn at least twice a week simply because he loves to cut grass. For most people it would be a chore, but for him it's enjoyable and therapeutic. One of the …
    Type: Plant Info