Tree pruning tools
Whether you’re new to tree pruning or have been doing it for years, you’ll find that one of the best times to start is when plants are dormant in winter or early spring.
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February 2010
Box elder
Don’t be confused — box elder leaves look similar to poison ivy. Both have three leaflets, but box elder leaves are not as pointed.
Kitchen basket
Florists, supermarket floral departments and even home improvement stores stock live plants year-round these days. But their color really packs a punch when the view outdoors is dreary.
Crown vetch
Crown vetch grows up to 2 ft. tall. It has a dense, sprawling habit with stems that can be 5 to 6 ft. long.
Slide Show: Cool containers
It’s never too early to start planning dynamite containers for great summer color.
Four-lined plant bug
The four-lined plant bug is one of the most common pests in the garden. It likes to feed on more than 250 species of ornamental, woody and edible plants.
Which fertilizer do your need?
Ever wonder if you’re feeding your garden right? What plants need fertilizer? What type and how much should you apply?
Groundhogs
Punxsutawney Phil may be cute, but a wild groundhog in your garden can be a problem.
