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Bellflowers that will brighten any garden
Bellflowers are available in different varieties and may be used as flower borders and ground covers. Peach-leafed bluebell, C. punctata and...
Sunset, 05/01/96 by Emely Lincowski · More from publication -
Shade plants with a sunny look
Variegated foliage plants are the perfect plants for a border or entry garden. Their perennial bright color give dark areas a sunny appearance...
Sunset, 04/01/96 by Emely Lincowski · More from publication -
Grow a garden in a pocket planter
A strawberry pot makes an attractive garden container when planted with a variety of plants chosen for their shape, texture and size. To facilitate...
Sunset, 06/01/94 by Emely Lincowski · More from publication -
Glossy new eggplants for the garden
Several varieties of eggplants yield fruits in various colors that are edible as well. Fruits are best when not yet mature and more abundant with a...
Sunset, 04/01/94 by Emely Lincowski · More from publication -
Artistry with container gardens - Special Issue: Spring-Summer 1994 Garden Guide
Container gardening can be artistic and creative when unusual or nontraditional containers are selected. Colors and sizes can be mixed and matched...
Sunset, 03/22/94 by Emely Lincowski · More from publication -
Train a vine wreath - Special Issue: Spring-Summer 1994 Garden Guide
Young flowering vines such as bougainvillea or jasmine can be trained to grow around a wire coat hanger frame to form a living wreath. Vines can...
Sunset, 03/22/94 by Emely Lincowski · More from publication -
Salad bowl flower beds
Cottage gardeners often mix vegetables and herbs with flowers in their gardens. The combination allows gardeners to benefit from home grown produce...
Sunset, 03/01/94 by Emely Lincowski · More from publication -
Daisy standouts - from seed
Daisies offer a wide variety of flowers and foliage without requiring much care or water. Ten varieties selected from 36 drought-tolerant daisies...
Sunset, 04/01/93 by Emely Lincowski · More from publication -
New ardor for Arbor Day
School children in Livermore, CA, are involved in an Arbor Day program that develops respect for trees. Schools have incorporated tree adoption and...
Sunset, 04/01/93 by Emely Lincowski · More from publication -
Showy sunroses add zest to spring gardens
Sunroses (Helianthemum) are drought-tolerant plants that need to be watered only two or three times a month in summer. They bloom at peak in spring...
Sunset, 04/01/93 by Emely Lincowski · More from publication
