Archive for November 2008
Slide show: Seating areas — November 25, 2008
The most beautiful garden can always be improved by adding the perfect spot in which to sit and enjoy the scenery.
Fungus gnat — November 25, 2008
Adult fungus gnats are generally considered a nuisance. But the larvae, in large enough numbers, can be a real problem.
Mulching around perennials and trees — November 18, 2008
How much mulch do you need to put around your plants? Since the idea is to create a blanket, use the soil as a gauge.
Daylily rust — November 18, 2008
Like other rust diseases, daylily rust causes orange spots and streaks on the leaves.
Colander hang-ups — November 11, 2008
Don’t toss that old aluminum colander — turn it into a unique hanging basket.
Broadleaf plantain — November 11, 2008
The presence of broadleaf plantain is a concern for multiple reasons. Not only is this weed unwanted, but it indicates that the soil is compacted.
‘Revolution’ hosta — November 4, 2008
Flecks, streaks and marbling are out-of-the-ordinary markings for hostas, so it’s no surprise ‘Revolution’ is popular.
Moles — November 4, 2008
These poorly understood landscape pests are difficult to control. You may never see a mole, but they leave an obvious trail of evidence.
