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  • Phlox

    I am a happy gardener today because the tall white-flowered phlox (Phlox paniculata) in my back bed is finally blooming. Many people might find this event unremarkable because they have had wonderful results with phlox year after year. Not I. Though I have had good luck with moss pinks (Phlox subulata...
    Posted to Growing Wise (Weblog) by Elisabeth on 07-01-2008

  • The Smallest Hummer

    Hummingbirds are like magic--so fast and fleeting, so tiny. I don't know of any old wive's tales that support the idea, but I think they bring good luck. I can't imagine not wanting them in the garden. What attracts hummingbirds? The easy answer is nectar-rich plants, preferably with bright...
    Posted to Growing Wise (Weblog) by Elisabeth on 06-28-2008

  • Weigela - Tango, Let's Dance!

    The name of this Weigela - Tango Weigela florida 'Tango' makes me want to dance! They have beautiful pink flowers that are bloom in the summer and are long lasting as they dance in the breeze. You'll enjoy them in your garden and with these showy flowers and purple foliage they'll accent...
    Posted to Featured Plants (Weblog) by patti-nhn on 02-20-2008

  • What plants attract Hummingbirds?

    There are a large variety of plants that attract Hummingbirds. It is the nectar in the flowers that they are after. You will want to provide fresh water for them to drink and bathe in so a birdbath that you keep full of fresh water will be good. Running water attracts birds so if you are able to provide...
    Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by patti-nhn on 01-31-2008

  • What do I put in my Hummingbird feeder?

    This is actually very simple. The recipe is basically, 4 parts of water to 1 part of sugar boiled and cooled, although I also hear that the boiling is not necessary so whichever you are most comfortable with. This would be adjusted according to the size of your feeder. You can fill the empty feeder with...
    Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by patti-nhn on 01-30-2008
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