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Backyard Habitat – Gardener's Journal
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From the employee-owners of Gardener's Supply. Posts in category Backyard Habitat. Burnout: Trade Burning Bush for Superior Shrubs. September 14, 2015. Around here, burning bush (Euonymus alatus) has long been among the most popular of shrubs. During my years in sales at the garden center, it was among the top ten. Everyone even non-gardeners seemed to know about it, probably because of its showy fall color. But attitudes toward the plant have changed in […]. Invite Mason Bees into Your Backyard. Habitat...
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12 Tips for Water-Wise Vegetables – Gardener's Journal
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From the employee-owners of Gardener's Supply. 12 Tips for Water-Wise Vegetables. 12 Tips for Water-Wise Vegetables. April 8, 2015. Have hidden reservoirs that allow plants to use water more efficiently and go longer between waterings. With this drip irrigation kit. You can efficiently water a series of six plants. Select crops that will mature quickly, before midsummer heat. Plan a second planting in fall. Add compost to soil to help it retain moisture. Install a drip irrigation system. Ways to combat d...
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Gardener's Journal – Page 2 – From the employee-owners of Gardener's Supply
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From the employee-owners of Gardener's Supply. Burnout: Trade Burning Bush for Superior Shrubs. September 14, 2015. Around here, burning bush (Euonymus alatus) has long been among the most popular of shrubs. During my years in sales at the garden center, it was among the top ten. Everyone even non-gardeners seemed to know about it, probably because of its showy fall color. But attitudes toward the plant have changed in […]. Make Berry Syrup with Summer-Fresh Fruit. August 17, 2015. August 17, 2015. Pract...
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Revitalize Your Houseplants with Worm Castings – Gardener's Journal
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From the employee-owners of Gardener's Supply. Revitalize Your Houseplants with Worm Castings. Revitalize Your Houseplants with Worm Castings. January 9, 2014. Written by Gardener's Supply. A few years ago a young woman asked me for help with her large, potted acacia tree. “I’ve had it for several years, and it was doing fine until recently. Now, the leaves are yellowing and dropping, and it’s just not thriving.”. 8221; she exclaimed. Love to compost and want to continue through the winter? Consider verm...
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Good Works – Gardener's Journal
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From the employee-owners of Gardener's Supply. Posts in category Good Works. Company Farm Update: Growing Strong, Despite the Rain. August 17, 2015. Relentless rain in Vermont this spring and early summer almost nixed the planting of our newly expanded Company Farm, our volunteer effort to feed the hungry here in Vermont. We were able to plant about a month later than normal, and the plants are growing at last. With luck, we hope to pull off a […]. Monarch Butterflies are Still in Trouble. May 5, 2015.
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Pests and Diseases – Gardener's Journal
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From the employee-owners of Gardener's Supply. Posts in category Pests and Diseases. Roll Out the Un-Welcome Mat for Squirrels. August 16, 2016. Squirrels seem to be a big problem this year, based on what I hear from customers at our Burlington, VT, garden center. I can substantiate these concerns with my own experience as a dabbler in raised beds and containers. The squirrels are constantly digging up bulbs, mulch, plants and vegetables. No dirt is left unturned […]. Potato Beetles, You’re Busted! Pract...
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Composting – Gardener's Journal
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From the employee-owners of Gardener's Supply. Posts in category Composting. Revitalize Your Houseplants with Worm Castings. January 9, 2014. Written by Gardener's Supply. Indoor Composting with Worms. February 28, 2011. Written by Gardener's Supply. The Worm Factory Worms in the house? A Recycled Compost Bin. April 20, 2009. Written by Gardener's Supply. In honor of Earth Day, I’m turning an old compost bin into a new potato bin. I’ve had a three-bay, homemade compost bin for about 15 years...A lette...
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Flower Gardening – Gardener's Journal
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From the employee-owners of Gardener's Supply. Posts in category Flower Gardening. Roll Out the Un-Welcome Mat for Squirrels. August 16, 2016. Squirrels seem to be a big problem this year, based on what I hear from customers at our Burlington, VT, garden center. I can substantiate these concerns with my own experience as a dabbler in raised beds and containers. The squirrels are constantly digging up bulbs, mulch, plants and vegetables. No dirt is left unturned […]. What’s Next for Your Garden? Upon seei...
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For the Home – Gardener's Journal
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From the employee-owners of Gardener's Supply. Posts in category For the Home. Make Berry Syrup with Summer-Fresh Fruit. August 17, 2015. An abundance of raspberries and blueberries gave me an excuse to make some fresh fruit syrups this summer. With just three ingredients, these syrups are simple to make and easy to freeze or can — if you can stop yourself from using them immediately! Hanging Planters Make Great Gifts. December 22, 2014. A Great Gift that Gives Back. October 10, 2014. September 15, 2014.
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gscadmin – Gardener's Journal
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From the employee-owners of Gardener's Supply. Roll Out the Un-Welcome Mat for Squirrels. August 16, 2016. Squirrels seem to be a big problem this year, based on what I hear from customers at our Burlington, VT, garden center. I can substantiate these concerns with my own experience as a dabbler in raised beds and containers. The squirrels are constantly digging up bulbs, mulch, plants and vegetables. No dirt is left unturned […]. Grow Your Own Happy Hour. July 12, 2016. July 12, 2016. June 28, 2016.