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Container Gardening in the Winter

December 29, 2009 – 1:14 pm

Growing a container garden in your home during the winter can add a bright spot to a long winter’s day and is a very relaxing hobbie. If you have a sunny and warm spot in your home and have time to spend caring for plants, a container garden is the perfect way for you to enjoy beautiful and [...]

By WildBirds | Tagged container garden, hanging baskets, planters | Comments (0)

Great Holiday Gardening Gifts for the Gardener in Your Life

November 24, 2009 – 1:58 pm

If your have an avid gardener in your life, now is a great time to give a special gardening gift to that person. A gardening gift is a thoughtful way to let the person know that they are special and appreciated. When choosing a gardening gift, think about the items that the person needs or [...]

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Bringing in Your Plants for the Winter

October 26, 2009 – 12:23 pm

It is hard to see yourÂ potted or in-ground plants die over the winter, after you have spent a lot of time caring for your plants.Â Most plants go dormant during the winter and only require a little amount of care.Â Here are some tips to follow when transferring your plants from the outdoors to the [...]

By WildBirds | Also posted in Garden Insecticides and Fungicides, Indoor Gardening | Tagged flower planter, plant insect control, plant saucers | Comments (0)

Wintering Your Delicate Perennials

October 12, 2009 – 12:56 pm

For an avid gardener, nothing is sadder than losing your delicate plantings to a cold, harsh winter.Â The winter elements can beÂ hardÂ onÂ your tender perennials and protecting them from the elements isÂ essential forÂ enjoying them the followingÂ year.Â Â In order to saveÂ your plants and moneyÂ for theÂ following year,Â it is a good idea toÂ transplant your perennials indoors before the temperatureÂ becomes [...]

By WildBirds | Also posted in Garden Insecticides and Fungicides, Garden Tools and Hardware | Tagged flower planter, garden trowel, plant insect control | Comments (0)

Grow a Fall and Winter Indoor Herb Garden

October 5, 2009 – 12:50 pm

Now that fall is here, it is a great time to continueÂ your loveÂ ofÂ gardening and cooking with a great indoor herb garden.Â Â Creating an indoor herb garden allows you to have fresh herbs for your cookingÂ and home all fall and winter long.Â Â Many people like to use herbs, such as lavender,Â to scent their home and use in dry [...]

By WildBirds | Also posted in Fertilizers / Seed and Weed Control, Indoor Gardening | Tagged indoor herb garden | Comments (0)

Simple Fall Yard Clean-Up

September 22, 2009 – 12:43 pm

Now that fall is officially here, it is time to do some necessary yard clean-up before winter comes.Â Cleaning up your yard or patio now will have to make your spring clean-up easy and give you a great start on enjoying your summer garden and patio.Â To make things easier for you, here are some [...]

By WildBirds | Also posted in Garden Tools and Hardware, Uncategorized | Tagged garden carts, garden stool, pails, patio furniture covers | Comments (1)

Flowers that are Perfect for Planting in the Fall

August 31, 2009 – 12:00 am

Fall is quickly approaching and you can extend the life of your garden by planting some colorful fall flowers now until the early fall. Fall flowers will last in your garden throughout the fall season until the temperature drops and the snow falls. You won’t be disappointed with the results and you will get more [...]

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How to Stake a Tree or Plant

August 3, 2009 – 12:00 am

Staking a plant or tree is great for making your plants grow straight and tall and provides extra strength. Whether you decide to use wood or metal, it is important to make sure that the stake is secure and sturdy.
When placing your stake into the ground, make sure that it is placed deep into the [...]

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Zen and the Art of Deadheading

June 21, 2009 – 12:00 am

A Practical Guide To Deadheading- Not Beheading– Flowers

This is a photo of my lovely lobelia basket about 3 weeks ago. It was gorgeous- full, flowering, cascading, just like in a magazine.

The man who sold me this gorgeous basket at a Farmers Market stand set up somewhere gave me some great advice as I was [...]

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Creating a Container Garden for Herbs

May 18, 2009 – 12:00 am

If you love to cook or grill, nothing compares to using fresh herbs when seasoning your food. An indoor or outdoor container garden can be very convenient and economical for growing herbs throughout the seasons. Just clip the plants as needed.
Starting a container garden is fun and easy. The first thing that you need to [...]

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