Gardening Articles

Gardening is Good Therapy

(Submited by: Valerie Giles )

Many of us garden just for the sheer joy of it. But did you know that all over the country the healing aspects of gardening are being used as therapy or as an adjunct to therapy? Although this might sound like a new concept, garden ... Read article

A Little Known Secret to Successful Outdoor Gardening

(Submited by: Leonard Mutch )

Pruning...Outdoor gardening is so much easier when you know how. Outdoor gardening is much more enjoyable when you know a few secrets.Much of the enjoyment of outdoor gardening comes from the care and proper maintenance of the ... Read article

Organic Gardening

(Submited by: Gwen Stewart )

Organic gardening is not just the avoidance of chemicals, in the larger view, it is organic living using natures laws. I read this quote by an unknown person sometime ago and realized that my parents and others like them were organic gardeners ... Read article

How to Lose Weight While Gardening

(Submited by: Candee Stark )

Have you ever dreaded the idea of pulling weeds, planting a tree, or pushing a lawn mower around the yard?Does just thinking about it make you sweat? I am sure the majority of are nodding your heads in agreement. What I am about to ... Read article

Green Thumb Gifts: Beyond Gardening Gloves

(Submited by: A Heath )

Ahh, spring! It has sprung! Gardeners (and budding gardeners - no pun intended) have begun the quest for a weedless lawn, or a bountiful garden. But if you're looking for gifts for someone with a green thumb (or someone with green thumb ... Read article

Its Gardening Season!

(Submited by: Melanie Breeze )

Its gardening season again! Are you ready? Whether you are a seasoned gardener, or are looking to start gardening, you will likely need supplies and plants. If you shop smart, and use the tips below, you can get that garden running with very ... Read article

Making Memories with Flower Gardening

(Submited by: Sandra Wilson )

Flower gardening is not only about the present, but can be about the past as well. Although this article is ostensibly about flower gardens, it is really more about carrying memories forward. This will enrich your flower garden.Just ... Read article

Gardening Tips for Early - Mid July

(Submited by: Sandra Wilson )

Now we are fast approaching the hottest time of the year, there are still some things that can be done in the garden. Below are a few gardening tips for those that love the summer warmth. For you who aren't particularly appreciative of the hot ... Read article

Balcony, Patio, and Courtyard Gardening

(Submited by: Gwen Stewart )

People choose balcony, patio, and courtyard gardening for many different reasons. Some are moving from a large house to smaller accommodation, some dont want the hassle of a large property, and some chose to live in rental property to avoid the ... Read article

Gardening - An Expression

(Submited by: Bonnie Moss )

Give the same plants to several people, you will see several arrangements. Each one distinct and different, yet, using the same plants.This is the ultimate reward of gardening- a means to express, to create with the help and inspiration ... Read article

Winter Gardening Looking Towards Spring

(Submited by: Candee Stark )

Ok, the title "winter gardening" might be a tad bit misleading. I am not suggesting that you actually garden during the winter but you should be using this time to plan your upcoming garden. As you look out at your yard and garden area during ... Read article

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Featured Plant of the Week: Rosemary
3 Sep 2010 at 2:01am

One of the great pleasures of summer is the abundance of fresh herbs and their fragrance as you pick them. For many of us, summer is just about over. But there is one herb that truly loves the chill of fall, rosemary.

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Gardening Question of the Week: Do Row Covers Protect Plants from Frost Damage?
2 Sep 2010 at 2:02am

Frost happens, even when you least expect it. Sometimes it's a relief, to finally be able to put your garden to bed. Sometimes it's a freak occurrence and you'd like to keep your plants going a little longer, or you're panicking because you just p...

September in the GardenA Regional Gardening Almanac
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For the Birds
31 Aug 2010 at 2:25am

It's time to pull the bird feeders out and make sure they're ready for the winter. The first thing you need to do is make sure they're clean. You don't want your best efforts to make the birds sick. According to About.com's wild bird expert, Melis...

Getting Rid of Problem Plants
30 Aug 2010 at 5:51am

Whether you are reviewing the overgrown jumble of you garden at its peak or just gearing up for spring, there always seems to be a plant or two that just will not behave. Either something you planted and now regret, something the birds dropped off...

Late Blooming Flowers for Fall
28 Aug 2010 at 2:01am

There's no reason your flower garden can't look as spectacular in the fall as it did at the peak of summer. Fall bloomers are often the most spectacular, having had all summer to grow to majestic heights and set tons of buds. Late bloomers, like...