Archive for May 2008
Video: Tagging plants — May 27, 2008
It’s always a good idea to label the plants in your garden. Check out four easy and inexpensive ways to identify everything from bulbs to trees and shrubs.
Rose chafer — May 27, 2008
Rose chafers have a deceptive name – they feed on a wide variety of plants, not just roses. These tan beetles are about a ½-in. long and have long, orange legs.
Good driveway design — May 20, 2008
For better or for worse, driveways are an integral part of the landscape. Here are some tips to keep in mind while you design a breathtaking driveway planting.
Carpetweed — May 20, 2008
As the name implies, this annual weed is a low-spreader, never growing to more than about 4 in. tall. It likes hot weather, so the tiny seedlings don’t appear until the soil has warmed in spring.
Clothes hamper tool organizer — May 13, 2008
Are you tired of having your tools propped in a tangled mess in the corner of your garden shed? Here’s an easy-to-make organizer for both your hand and long-handled tools.
Black blister beetle — May 13, 2008
The black blister beetle comes by its name honestly – if you touch it, you can get blisters on your skin.
‘Gift’ zinnia — May 6, 2008
This heirloom zinnia is the perfect addition to any garden, regardless of age. This all-red variety hails from Russia, but has been grown in North America for a long time.
Boxwood psyllid — May 6, 2008
The boxwood psyllid is a small sucking insect that attacks tender young boxwood foliage as it emerges in spring.
