Tim Lundie on March 28th, 2011

Zones: 3-9 Bloom Time: Late Spring Growing Conditions: Will grow in nearly any soil condition. Care: Meadow Rue pops up late in the season and seems to bloom almost immediately. It only has one bloom, which are fuzzy puffs and do not have petals, but the bloom lasts for many weeks. In addition, the bloom [...]

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Tim Lundie on March 25th, 2011

The Allstar Products Group, a direct marketing company located in Hawthorne, NY, has announced the introduction of the Topsy Turvy Upside Down Tomato Planter. According to the company, the unique planter features an upside down growing technology that lets new and experienced gardeners grow quality produce: Vertical gardening is a top trend this season that [...]

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Tim Lundie on March 21st, 2011

Zones: 3-9 Bloom Time: Early summer to early fall Growing Conditions: Does well in all soil types, even dry and poor soil. Care: Globe thistle is not invasive or weedy. In addition, it does not require dividing. In fact, it has a long taproot and prefers to be left alone. It blooms for a long [...]

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