A New York state newspaper has been distributing growing advice for garden and greenhouse enthusiasts to make use of during the colder months. The Daily Mail suggested that now is a good time to get spring flowering bulbs into the ground, although it said the recent weather could make successful growing a challenge. Major bulbs […]
A Minneapolis newspaper has featured a number of growing tips for garden and greenhouse fans in Minnesota. The Star Tribune spoke to Mark Campbell, who suggested that horticulture lovers aim to grow plants that suit the region they reside in. He explained that he has lost a number of specimens after trying to cultivate them […]
A west coast horticulture expert has noted a trend among garden and greenhouse fans where they seek to mimic the landscape of the place where they grew up. Writing for the Mail Tribune, Althea Godfrey said she has spoken to growers from all parts of the US and noticed that many can point out at […]
Garden and greenhouse growers in Hawaii were able to sample each others‘ produce at a recent event. According to the Honolulu Advertiser, the new community market in the grounds of Kaua‘i Community College in Puhi, Oahu, is to take place every Saturday from 10:00 until 13:00 local time. It is a joint project between the […]
An advanced master gardener has been distributing growing tips to readers of the Fort Wayne News Sentinel. Jane Ford explained that fall is an important time in the garden and greenhouse world, with numerous tasks to be carried out. She said horticulture fans should remove any dead or criss-crossing limbs when pruning, but take care […]
The number of garden and greenhouse enthusiasts in the US could be set to rise thanks to a joint initiative from the Green Education Foundation (GEF) and Lowe‘s. It is seeking to get 10,000 schools and youth groups to take up the Green Thumb Challenge of planting gardens by spring next year. The organisations are […]
Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts have been encouraged to see the fall as an opportunity to prepare their plots for next year. Cleveland.com spoke to Cleveland Botanical Garden plant collections curator Ann McCulloh for some advice on autumn gardening. She suggested that now is a good time to test and address any issues with the soil […]
Garden and greenhouse fans who believe that the onset of fall means the colour will fade from their creations should think again, it has been suggested. According to downtownshortpump.com, savvy growers can plant species that will keep their outdoor space looking vibrant right through to the new year. It advised choosing winter pansies, evergreens and […]
New England garden and greenhouse enthusiasts have been given some growing tips for the autumn months. The Warwick Beacon explained that even though September is over, there are plenty of things for horticulture fans to busy themselves with. Mulching was top of the list of priorities, with the article suggesting that the added layer of […]
The country‘s first lady is set to appear on the popular kids‘ TV show to distribute tips on growing food in the garden and greenhouse. Michelle Obama – wife of president Barack Obama – is to feature on Sesame Street later this year. The green-fingered personality will appear on November 10th as the show enters […]
With the hottest days of August behind us, this is a great time to plan for cooler times ahead. Particularly at the juncture of two seasons, your greenhouse provides a growing environment sheltered from increasingly unpredicatable weather. Chilly nights? Just close the vents and let the thermostat bring on a little heat. Indian Summer? Re-open […]
Garden and greenhouse growers in the San Francisco Bay area have been told not to give up on colourful green spaces this autumn. According to the Examiner, horticulture fans can extend their growing season through the right choice of plants. The article explained that while most gardeners will choose a base of shrubs or herbs, […]
