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Watering Wisely

Watering Wisely

With inevitable dry spells ahead of us during the hot summer months, you may choose to water your lawn grass.  And for newly planted (2 years) trees, shrubs and perennials there is no choice - you MUST water sufficiently in order for them to thrive.  As with most...

Skeeter Beaters

Skeeter Beaters

There are all kinds of herbs and plants that are natural repellents to summer's annoying mosquitoes.  Fill your porch or deck with these and mosquitoes will be more likely to keep their distance and let you enjoy summer nights in peace! [gallery...

Keep the Veggies Coming

Keep the Veggies Coming

Cool season vegetables are on their way out, so keep the dinner table full with warm season veggies you can plant today!  Here are some great warm-season veggies you can plant and some tips on growing a bumper crop! In addition to that summer classic Tomatoes (click...

Blooming Beauties

Blooming Beauties

Some of the showiest flowers in the garden come from heat-loving summer bulbs and plants you can pop in the ground this month.  Dahlias, Gladiola and lots more will turn your garden into a showplace!  Here are some suggestions for creating a gorgeous summer flower...