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Is it OK to plant potted plants in zone 5 in November?

Potted plants should be fine to plant until the ground temperature gets below 40 degrees. Dormant plants will have some root growth activity with ground temperatures in the 50's. If the ground is not frozen, be sure to plant the perennial or shrub deep enough so all of roots are covered. Water the...

Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by bill-nhn on 10-21-2009
Adding Color the Easy Way

I have a yew and a forsythia bush side by side on the corner of my house in the front yard. Once the forsythia bush has bloomed in the spring, the color seems to disappear on that corner. I had several impatiens planted in containers on my deck. Knowing that I had plenty, I chose one of the containers...

Posted to Member Gardening Photos (Gallery) by Bobbie Joe on 10-03-2009
Keep Out the Deer! The Natural Way.

Deer can reek havoc on garden in no time at all. It doesn't take long for these creatures to undo a lot of hard work (not to mention money) that people spend on their gardens. Fencing and netting can help, but it can get expensive and get in the way of you enjoying your outdoor space (and sometimes...

Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by bryan-nhn on 07-24-2009
Deer resistant plants

I have perennial hibiscus plants that I'm sharing with friends. Are they deer resistant? If not, can you give me some good suggestions for trees and shrubs that are? I am in zone 6.

Posted to Introduce Yourself (Forum) by Jude on 06-26-2009
Lawn trends

Lawns are getting smaller these days. Large lawns were once a symbol of status and prestige. Several factors have influenced lawns sizes in recent years. Economic and environmental changes, as well as a move towards a more "green society", have caused people to back away from an "all yard"...

Posted to Helpful Gardening Tips (Weblog) by bill-nhn on 06-21-2009
Some suggestions for planting bareroot nursery stock.

Here are some easy to follow directions when getting ready to plant bareroot plants. Prune out any damaged or broken roots. Avoid excessive root pruning prior to planting. It is best to match the planting hole size with the existing root mass, rather than pruning the roots to match the hole size. Use...

Posted to Helpful Gardening Tips (Weblog) by bill-nhn on 05-15-2009
How long can bareroot plants be kept out of the gound?

Bareroot plants can be safely kept out of the ground for several months if properly cared for. Woody and fleshy rooted plants store and keep well. Wait until the plants leaves have dropped in the fall and then dig the plants up after a hard freeze, but before the ground is frozen. Carefully wash as much...

Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by mainspring-nhn on 04-29-2008
A Chain Link Fence That Is Dazzling?

A chain link fence is the choice of many homeowners to keep children and pets in the yard. It is almost impossible to destroy and you really have no upkeep. We have a chain-link fence in our yard. It is needed to keep our Pekingese home as they have been known to be explorers. We have planted Euonymous...

Posted to Helpful Gardening Tips (Weblog) by jeff-nhn on 03-03-2008
Water Saving Plants

As we all know, watering is a vital part to gardening. Plants need just the right amount of water to stay healthy. Too much, or too little can be harmful to the plants. It is not always easy to stay on top of watering, especially if you live in an area that is experiencing a drought. There are many things...

Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by bryan-nhn on 01-31-2008
Tips For Attracting Birds With Plants & Trees

While my wife and I are avid bird feeders, we have just begun creating and planting bird gardens. Bird gardens can consist of Annuals, Perennials, Evergreens, Shrubs, Trees and Groundcovers. From zinnia seeds to crabapple trees the possibilities are almost endless. The first item is to research the birds...

Posted to Helpful Gardening Tips (Weblog) by jeff-nhn on 01-21-2008

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