Soil Amendments
by Bob Wilson * Recently, it has been brought to my attention that some people have had problems using log-yard wastes as soil amendment. I also talked…
Hillside Planting
by Valle Novak A few months ago, a friend new to the ranks of Master Gardeners, mentioned that her property lay on a partial hillside and that…
The Art of Color Echo
by Laurie Brown Combining colors in the garden is a source of great fun for me. drifts of lavender, spikes of blue – will it…
Try an “Upright” Landscape Plan
by Valle Novak Small houses – one-story ranch-type homes or bungalows, for instance – have a real charm and are site-friendly since they don’t overwhelm…
Fairy Garden
by Valle Novak Some years ago – and I’ve recounted this story before – I was lost in a network of country roads and finally in desperation,…
Herbal “Worts”
by Valle Novak Many gardeners will recognize today’s little play on words. Indeed, back in medieval times the term “worts” was used for many plants…
Edible Landscaping
by Valle Novak If your plans revolve around a pretty – mostly ornamental – garden, with flowers and shrubs, and you haven’t the time or…
Green Flowers
by Laurie Brown Green flowers? Leaves are green, yes, and grass is green. But flowers? Yes, there are green flowers, a surprising variety of them,…
Clematis and Peonies
by Valle Novak In the past, I have touted the benefits of vertical gardening and mentioned clematis as a natural for that genre. I always point out…
Companion Planting
by Valle Novak What do you really want from your vegetable garden? Food, or course. But surely, food that’s healthy and safe – and while…
Growing Roses with Idaho Potatoes
Did you know you can grow roses from a cutting? Simply cut healthy stems, place them in large potatoes, and them bury them 3-4 inches…
Tater Facts
by Valle Novak In this article, I bring you a bright ray of sunshine – advice from Pat Van Volkinburg, Advanced Master Gardener, Master Composter,…