… repeatedly by gardeners of all skill levels: "How do I repot my orchid?" Luckily, the answer for most orchids is, "It's easy." Orchids should be repotted when new; every year or two; or when crowded roots push up and out of the pot. Spring: time for a close-up. Other than watering and occasionally fertilizing them, you probably don't look … orchid resources there, all available to smart gardeners in one beautiful space! Come in for a visit while you're at the Orchid Show ! Karen Zaworski is a garden writer and photographer who …
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… An autumn visit to the fruit and vegetable garden in search of late-season surprises can be rewarding. For it's at this time that all those plants requiring "a long growing season" (90 to 100+ days … undersides of the squash leaves serve as a deterrent to animals seeking to harvest the produce for themselves. Squash Blossoms and More Squash 'Blue Hubbard' is just one of three different …
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… and snow weigh down tree and shrub branches, causing breakage. This can be a serious problem for columnar evergreens with double terminal leaders, such as arborvitae, which may split at the … than sodium chloride (salt). Shovel snow first, and avoid using a de-icer as a substitute for shoveling. Distribute shoveled snow as evenly as possible and avoid shoveling salt-laden snow … following light snowfalls. Do not attempt to remove ice from branches after an ice storm or free branches that might be frozen to the ground; allow the ice to melt on its own. Most …
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… because they are so easy to grow and so adaptable to many situations, they tend to be taken for granted, even considered a little... boring. However, they are anything but, especially the … While many hostas have attractive flowers, it is their foliage that makes them indispensable for adding shape and substance to a shady garden. Native to Japan and China, the original species … tract and speeds up the drowning process. If slugs are in your garden, be prepared for them to visit daylilies in the early, cooler days of summer, before temperatures and midday sun send them …
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… prom dresses in the garden, there are some fall-blooming plants we will always find room for, even though they sport colors more akin to April than October. Their springlike colors … irresistible. Autumn windflower, Japanese anemone, and fall-blooming anemone are common names for the many hybrids and cultivars of Anemone hupehensis or Anemone hybrida , available in … the spring, early summer, and late-summer garden? This foliage remains relatively healthy and free from insect or disease problems. What might mar the edges of the leaves are poor drainage or …
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… garden? You’ll save money and you only have to step outside to collect whatever you need for a vase or two. Got Sun? A little sunny spot along a garage wall, a deck, patio, or in a side … fertilizer can damage the roots. What’s growing out your windows? Besides a dedicated area for cut flowers, you may be growing other plants that are suitable. Go foraging for flowers in … Or pick some fragrant viburnum flowers or a colorful hydrangea and pop them into a Ball jar. Visit your vegetable garden for a few stems of kale, Swiss chard, twirling pea stems, or dill …
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… keeps the wheels turning? The ability to access this information in real time during a Garden visit is what makes the app so special, according to Boyce Tankersley , the Garden’s director of … that people like to find other things at the Garden, so we created a new second database for the app. It has points of interest at the Garden, like water fountains, classrooms, … leading to ‘secret spots’ such as the quiet bench atop the Waterfall Garden where birds visit early in the morning. “The GardenGuide app was designed to deepen the visitor experience …
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… imagination. You may not have to look beyond your closets, shelves, basement, attic, or garage for things that you can transform into outdoor art. And there are always resale stores with … with durable paint. The local hardware or big-box store has sprays and cans of paint designed for outdoor use. Many paints now come in an assortment of wild colors—mauve, purple, yellow, red, … about them shattering. Recycle It How about those old salt-and-pepper shakers or knick-knacks? Free them from the china or kitchen cabinets and repurpose them as container ornaments. Remove …
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… few native plants to your garden. They can offer food, shelter, nesting material, and a place for insects and birds to lay their eggs. They tolerate the vagaries of an ever-changing climate. … nearly three billion since 1970, a number that scientists have called staggering. The reasons for the decline are numerous, but habitat loss and the resulting lack of food plays a significant … pears or rhododendrons. A lack of insects—especially caterpillars—means little or no food for hatchlings. Adult birds must spend energy flying longer distances from the nest looking for …
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… college class called “The Natural Environment in Winter.” It was January, and we met outdoors for about three hours—regardless of the temperature. I showed up at the first class wearing … of Garden staff members who spend a lot of time working outdoors. They know how to dress for the weather. It’s all about wearing layers and staying dry. David Murray, horticulturist His … pneumonia was in August. The Garden is open every day of the year. Why not plan your visit now? …
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