Store Talk
Dipladenia or Mandevilla?
Many of you might remember when the rock star Prince changed his name to a symbol. Since the symbol wasn’t pronounceable, because that would just be another name after all, he became “the artist formerly known as Prince.” I think of this every time I pass the baskets of ‘Red Riding Hood’ Mandevilla in the…
Read MoreGuarantees on Plants
Plant guarantees are tricky because plants are living and living things aren’t predictable…sometimes they thrive, sometimes they die.
Read MoreBest Plants and Products for Cape Cod
Hellebores are perennials that have evergreen foliage and flowers in the winter or early spring. Read about growing hellebores.
Read MoreAlternative to Niger Seeds
If you fill your tube feeder with fine sunflower chips the woodpeckers will join the finches and other birds to dine in your yard.
Read MoreGarden Gifts
Birdbaths can be used to hold water for the birds, but they can also be great places to make seasonal displays. And everyone loves a bench.
Read MoreFall Gardening Brings Rewards Next Spring
At this time of year we often have clear sunny days when it’s a pleasure to be out in the yard and garden. Getting out and enjoying the late-fall weather can also save you time and effort next spring. Here are three ways of reaping rewards now and next season:
Read MoreStill Time To Take Cuttings
You can take cuttings of many plants in the fall and root them. Keep some of your annuals, or propagate that favorite hydrangea.
Read MoreA True Storm Story
In the height of the hurricane, as the letters were blowing off of Country Garden’s roof, employee Amelia Lynch watched as a man untied a bunch of corn stalks off of the fence and stole them. He carted that corn away, complete with orange bow. Emergency decorating for a hurricane party?
Read MoreMeasuring Rain
One of the most important tools that every gardener or home owner should have is a rain gauge. Why a bucket or can isn’t as good or accurate.
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