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Growing Vegetables in Containers
If you have a passion for vegetable gardening, but feel limited by space, don’t give up! There are alternatives, such as growing vegetables in containers. Vegetables, flowers, and herbs can…
Rhododendrons and Azaleas
About Rhododendrons and Azaleas Rhododendrons and azaleas are long lived, woody evergreens that are both in the genus Rhododendron, but in different plant families. These shade tolerant shrubs have extremely…
Attracting Hummingbirds
Attracting Hummingbirds Here in Central Pennsylvania, bird-watchers anxiously await the return of the Ruby-Throat Hummingbirds each year. These little jewels are the smallest of birds, and are fascinating to watch…
Attracting Birds
Watching birds flying in to eat at your backyard feeders can be a very fun and rewarding experience. Attracting the birds to your feeding station can be difficult, though. Generally,…
10 Best Bets for Indoor Herb Success
Whether you’re looking to grow herbs indoors due to a lack of yard space or for the benefit of fresh herbs year-round, indoor herb gardening can be a rewarding experience.…
Pansy Care Instructions
Pansies are hardy, or cold-tolerant annuals. They can survive cold snaps, even snow, with little damage except to the open blossoms. These plants grow quickly in the cool weather of…
Planning a Budget-Friendly Wedding
Venue, attire, food, favors, flowers, photographers – it adds up fast, and that’s just scratching the surface! Your big day shouldn’t be filled with dread thinking about all the money…
7 Valentine’s Gift Alternatives to Cut Flowers
Valentine’s Day is quickly sneaking up but don’t panic! You don’t have to go with the same old, same old cut roses and box of chocolates to make your sweetheart…
Starting Your Own Houseplants
It’s easier to start new houseplants from your current collection than you may think! Grow more of your favorite plant, give them away as gifts, or swap with friends. There…
Pet Friendly Plants
Did you know that about 70% of all U.S. households own a pet? And approximately 66% of American households own at least one houseplant. A research study indicated that pet…