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Leaf Stack Challenge - National Garden Bureau

The Leaf Stack Challenge

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You’ve undoubtedly heard of the Ice Bucket Challenge, and if you’re a parent you might also have read about the Cheerios Challenge. Be it for a good cause such as raising money for ALS research, or a silly trick started by a bored dad, such posts call us to be playful and join in on...
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The Pleasures of Potpourri

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Written by Susan Betz Author of Neighboring with Nature / Native Herbs for Pleasure & Purpose The natural fragrance and beauty of a potpourri crafted from flowers and herbs harvested from your summer garden will lift your spirits throughout the cold winter months. Two traditional ways to make potpourri There are two traditional ways of making...
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The Foodscape Revolution- Just Plant the Edge!

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Written by Brie Arthur Author of: The Foodscape Revolution “Garden to Table” is the best way to describe my passion of Foodscaping. The idea is simple: add purpose to landscapes in developed areas such as suburban neighborhoods, office parks, school campuses and retirement communities. With an education in design, an enthusiasm for ornamental horticulture, and a...
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Creative Fencing for your Landscape - National Garden Bureau

Creative Fencing

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Written by Bobbie Schwartz Author of Garden Renovation: Transform Your Yard into the Garden of Your Dreams Although many landscapes have beautifully designed planting plans, creativity seems to be lacking when it comes to designing the fencing. We are used to seeing picket fences, stockade fences, split rail fences, and perhaps, even bentwood fences but...
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What are Seed Tapes and How Do I Use Them?

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Seed tapes are a pre-sown product of single or multiple species of seeds that are already spaced between tissue layers at the correct distance for growing. Many flower, vegetable or herb seeds can be purchased already incorporated into these products. Advantages include: Even seed spacing prevents oversowing, especially with crops like lettuce, greens, carrots, wildflowers,…

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