Gardening

Unforgettable Day at Andrew Molera State Park

May 19, 2009

You know you’re somewhere special when you drive into California’s Andrew Molera State Park.  This lovely park – 21 miles south of Carmel on Highway 1 – is where Big Sur River runs wild into the Pacific Ocean. It’s also the largest state park in the Big Sur area, with plenty to impress nature lovers. […]

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Mendocino in May

May 8, 2009

A soft wind is blowing as we walk across the wildflower-filled bluffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean. What could be more marvelous than a May day spent in Mendocino, California? This little coastal village, about 165 miles north of San Francisco, has charmed the hearts of travelers since the 19th century. Spectacular scenery. Charming old houses. […]

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Can You Name This Plant?

May 4, 2009

Ask any gardener. Plants can look downright strange at times. That’s especially true when a little seedling is just bursting out of the ground. Need proof? Take a look at this plant popping up. Why if I didn’t know better, I’d swear it was some weird prehistoric bird wanting a little food. Fortunately, it’s not […]

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Blotanical – A Garden Blog Reader’s Best Friend

April 27, 2009

It wasn’t long ago that our lives existed without blogs. In fact, those were the days when a “blog” sounded like something to clean up with a paper towel, to paraphrase my photographer friend Isabel Gomes. That’s the past, however. Today there are literally a gazillion blogs out there with loyal readers – and many […]

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Vegetable Gardens Way Up This Year

April 22, 2009

Step aside lawn and grass. You’re no longer the number-one spending priority for gardeners in the United States. Yes, I understand you’ve held this position since 2003. But you’ve been replaced by vegetables and fruit this year. Pure and simple. If you don’t believe me, just look at the 2009 Early Spring Garden Trends Research […]

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Sprouting Seeds for Speedy Summer Plants

April 20, 2009

This spring I’ve decided to try something new with the seeds I’m sowing in my garden. Typically, I’ll wait until after May 8 (last average frost day in Boise) to direct seed those warm-season plants like heirloom beans, winter squash and cucumbers right into the soil. But this year I’m attempting to get a head […]

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Poisonous Plants for Pets

April 16, 2009

Meet Maggie O’Connor, the newest addition to our family. She’s a sweet-tempered, lovable hound mix that we adopted from the Idaho Humane Society a few months ago. Isn’t she a beauty? Keeping her safe is our top priority. That’s why we knew it was important to familiarize ourselves with plants that could make pets like Maggie […]

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Earth Day 2009

April 16, 2009

“I speak for the trees, for the trees have no tongues.” The Lorax (1971), Dr. Seuss Earth Day is one of the best ways to speak out and show your support for the trees, the flowers, the mountains, the beaches and all the rest of nature.  And speak out, people do. In 1970, an amazing […]

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iPhone Garden Photo Tip

April 8, 2009

You know how it is. The perfect garden photo is right in front of you. But you’ve forgotten your camera — and all you have is your cell phone. Don’t despair. This photo was taken by Kurt Triffet of Triffet Design Group using an iPhone and a 3-lens pocketsized magnifying glass bought at RadioShack. Kurt […]

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Great Victory Garden Resource

April 8, 2009

So, now that you’ve learned a bit about the Victory Gardens in WWI/WWII — not to mention how one artist interprets The Victory Garden of Tomorrow — are you hooked yet? Want to learn more about Victory Gardens? No problem. Just get yourself over to Red, White and Grew. It’s a wonderful clearinghouse of resources, […]

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