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Fillers spillers - Brief Article
A number of annual and perennial plants have a natural tendency to wander, covering any available space. You can harness this habit by using them...
Sunset, 03/22/97 by Lynn Ocone · More from publication -
A living Easter basket - salad greens grown from seed in a plastic-lined basket as leafy cushion for eggs
A unique fresh-looking Easter basket can be created by planting a mixture of salad greens called mesclun in a basket. A strong basket lined with...
Sunset, 03/22/96 by Lynn Ocone · More from publication -
Great gardens, bold colors!
Three examples of bright and colorful gardens are the Blue Lake Ranch garden containing golden and orange calendulas and blue and pink bachelor's...
Sunset, 03/22/96 by Lynn Ocone · More from publication -
Cultivate your garden photo skills
Tips for taking good garden photographs are presented. These include choosing the right light, shading lenses from direct sunlight, using color...
Sunset, 07/01/95 by Lynn Ocone · More from publication -
Sunflowers that make the cut - smaller and easy-to-grow sunflowers
Sunflowers are some of the most impressive and bright flowers to ever grace gardens. However, their tall plants and large blossoms often make them...
Sunset, 06/01/95 by Lynn Ocone · More from publication -
Fancy facades for flower holders - flower vase containers
Ordinary flower containers can be disguised with easy-to-make coverings. Containers placed in a basket fashioned from an aluminum roof flashing or...
Sunset, 03/22/95 by Lynn Ocone · More from publication -
Nasturtiums are casual country creepers
Nasturtiums are beautiful plants which impart a homely look to any garden. Moreover, nasturtiums are extremely hardy and they thrive even with...
Sunset, 02/01/95 by Lynn Ocone · More from publication -
The top 10 shrub roses for your garden
Rose experts agree that shrub roses are best for landscaping and that the flower is gaining popularity among gardeners. Ten varieties of shrub...
Sunset, 12/01/94 by Lynn Ocone · More from publication -
Show off some autumn glory - wreaths and bouquets - Special Issue: Fall/Winter Garden Guide
Autumn foliage, fruits, seed pods and dried grasses are ideal materials for richly colored wreaths and bouquets. Wreaths are assembled on foam...
Sunset, 09/22/94 by Lynn Ocone · More from publication -
Mediterranean treasures - rosemary and lavander - Special Issue: Fall/Winter Garden Guide
Rosemary and lavender are prized by gardeners because of their attractive flowers and form that lend themselves easily to landscaping. Lavender...
Sunset, 09/22/94 by Lynn Ocone · More from publication
