Gardening
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"Miss May" turns a garbage heap into a free, public garden
Kalmia Gardens in Hartsville was the creation of Mrs. D. R. Coker, affectionately called "Miss May."
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Loropetalum Plant Profile
Loropetalum Plant Profile Loropetalum ( Loropetalum chinense ) is also known as the Chinese Fringe Flower. It is a member of...
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Blooms & Bees: An Elegant, Pollinator-Friendly Garden
Beekeeper Roger Montague has boxes for honeybees and native bees tucked into his beautiful, diverse landscape.
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May Garden Tips: Here Comes the Sun
In your plot of earth this month, prep the ground for a hot summer, bring the houseplants out and start your edible garden.
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They’re Baaaaack! Strange, Incredible Cicadas
The duel emergence of Brood XIX and Brood XIII periodical cicadas means an influx of cicadas this spring — here’s why this is so remarkable.
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A Growing Passion: Boutique Plant Shops in Raleigh
These niche plant stores offer foliage of various textures and colors, along with the expertise to find the right one for your home.
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Notes on Summer Houseplant Care
A change in the seasons can affect the way you care for your houseplants. Below, we have outlined our tried and tested tips on best managing...
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23 April: seeds and phlox
Tuesday, 23 April 2024 at home Allan went boating, which will be tomorrow’s post. I spent the afternoon planting veg seeds...
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Allan Returns to Russian Island
Knappa on the Columbia
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How to Start a Fun Supper Club: A Step-by-Step Guide
Ready to make new connections over delicious food? This guide shows you how to launch your own supper club. Have you ever been a part of a supper...
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Flower Gardening 101: A Quick Start Guide for Beginners
Get your flower garden started! Learn the basics of flower gardening 101 with this quick-start beginner’s guide. Welcome to the world of...
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Basics…for Both Budding Gardeners & Seasoned Cultivators
Rule #1 - there are exceptions to every rule. Categories of herbaceous (not woody) plants can be confusing to newbies because it's the opposite of...
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Mary Phillips on Rethinking the Lawn – A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – April 29, 2024
You’ve probably heard the expression No Mow May in recent years, a campaign borrowed from an effort in the UK meant to increase diversity by...
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Overnight Bread and Butter Pickles Recipe
Making Overnight Bread and Butter Pickles is a great alternative when you don’t have the time, equipment or enough produce to make a large batch...
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Looking Up!
The smallest Eastern Screech owlet is interested in what’s up. These feathery bobble-heads are growing at a remarkable pace....
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Growing Under Cover: Techniques for a More Productive, Weather-Resistant, Pest-Free Vegetable Garden
All vegetable gardeners deal with pests. Fortunately, there are cultural and preventative controls to discourage pests, such as planting flowers to...
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Wordy Wednesday - May 1, 2024
April Showers brought May flowers! This is the current state of the front yard. There are still lots of weeds to deal with,...
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How To Get Rid Of Caterpillars In Your Garden
The hungry caterpillar is a cute book character, but a nuisance for many gardeners. Butterflies and moths are great pollinators and important...