Moss in the City - A Container Veggie Garden Jun 10, 2008
Because of the rising popularity of container gardening, many more options are appearing every year. Check your local garden centers, farmers' markets, and botanic gardens for the newest varieties. (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
Green-thumbed enthusiast offers tips for container gardening May 25, 2008
That s why she recommends container gardening for beginners or those who aren t sure how much time they want to dedicate to gardening ... She started container gardening because the front of her house had huge steps and a bare wall that drove her crazy ... She says the pots available for container gardening make it easy to have a green thumb. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Lawn care, raising vegetables can be easy May 17, 2008
In the first of four seminars hosted by St. Catherine's, "Remedies for Gardening" led those in attendance to new tips on how to keep their lawn looking fresh and be successful in container gardening. Dale Siebert, Richland County Extension agent, spoke on a number of topics including renovating a new lawn, mowing properly, watering and fertilizing. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
NORMAN WINTER:Petunias earn first place in containers May 16, 2008
Along with outdoor cooking and eating, container gardening with petunias in decorative pots and lush hanging baskets is soaring in popularity. You may be under the mistaken impression that a petunia is a petunia, but you had better get that out of your head because this terrific flower has changed. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
A plot in a pot May 15, 2008
Another trusted soil for container gardening is Coast of Maine's Cobscook Blend Gardening Soil premixed with compost and peat moss for aeration ... When container gardening, planting closely lets you squeeze more plants into a small area, while also keeping their growth in check. (Boston Globe)
Container gardens made easy May 15, 2008
Container gardening for anyone who's killed a plant ... Landscape architect Pamela Crawford offers tips for easy container gardening ... Crawford said success at container gardening has more to do with plant selection than selector. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Condo Trends: Gardening Up on the Roof May 13, 2008
Container gardening can be carried out nearly anywhere in the condo world ... Helios Landscaping spokesperson Reuben Butterfield says in National Post, "The flexibility of container gardening has given gardeners the ability to take their hobby with them as they move.". (RealtyTimes)
Gardening in full swing at Mahoneys May 12, 2008
Thursday, May 15, 6:30 p.m., Container Gardening with Peter Vera ... Vera will give a sneak-peak at the upcoming trends in container gardening this summer. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Sullivan Area Chamber Plans Home, Garden Show for Saturday May 8, 2008
2 p.m. - Container gardening with the Sullivan Garden Club; and. 2:30 p.m. - Outdoor Entertaining. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Events honor older Americans May 5, 2008
And through the OSU Master Gardener Program and the OSU Extension Service, we will have presentations during the day on container gardening and cooking demonstrations geared to help you cook healthy meals. It will be an exciting and informative day at the Linn County Fair Center on May 14. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Containers add interest, colour May 3, 2008
If you have never tried container gardening, you should. You can place pots of annuals in those blank spots in the garden, or perhaps a big bouquet by the door that you and visitors use the most. (Peterborough Examiner)
Pretty simple May 3, 2008
In the beginning, Pamela Crawford was not enthused about the subject of her last three books: container gardening. She wrote the first book because people asked for it. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Grow a garden using small pots May 2, 2008
Longfellow's words are so true, for more people have abandoned container gardening over impossibly high expectations than any other reason. And unrealistic expectations are the rule, not the exception. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Americans hard to contain on potted plant expenditures May 2, 2008
Container gardening has grown to a more than 1 ... 3 billion a year on this gardening method, according to Container Gardening Associated, an online site devoted to the technique ... Container gardening has grown to a more than 1. (EurekAlert!)
OSU Extension Service sponsoring Homemakers' Holiday Apr 23, 2008
Four classes will be offered: History of Native American Weddings, Wedding Customs of Hawaii, Container Gardening and Celebration Cakes. Participants can select two of the four. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Gardening With Charlie - Eat Your Landscape Apr 22, 2008
If you're strapped for space, try container gardening. Plant breeders have given us edible plants to fit into almost any size container. (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
Master gardeners offer help to those without a green thumb Apr 20, 2008
Some residents who live in apartments have called the volunteers about container gardening, members said. Members encourage residents who do not have knowledge about gardening to call with their questions. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
The portable, potted garden Apr 20, 2008
If you think you re too busy for gardening, give container gardening a try ... William Aldrich, one of the authors of Container Gardening for the Midwest, has been gardening in containers for years ... In the book, plants are rated for their ease of container gardening and almost all of them are rated easy or medium, though a few rate challenging. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
GARDEN MASTERPIECE Apr 19, 2008
Container Gardening - Thrillers, Fillers and Spillers: 10:15 a.m. Monday. Imaginative Architectural Accents with Stone: 10:15 a.m. Thursday. (Florida Times-Union)
Mistakes Made Container Gardening Apr 17, 2008
When container gardening remember plant spacing and plant maintenance like deadheading flowers and watering container plants are necessary for a healthy potted garden. Like all types of gardening styles, container gardening has a universal list of mistakes all gardeners eventually make ... It is just as easy to overlook plant spacing and plant maintenance in container gardening, as in any type of gardening. (Suite101.com)
Community Education launches spring program Apr 15, 2008
Add color to your yard and take a class on herbal container gardening. Learn steps on how to enjoy your gardens again, despite the creaky knees, elbows and back at ergonomic gardening taught by an experienced occupational therapist who is also a master gardener. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
MCCC kicks off Friday Forums with local experts Apr 12, 2008
Among the topics on May 23 are the state budget, presented by In grid Reed; container gardening presented by horticulturist Tami Jones; the rise of America and American music presented by Donald Venezia; the African roots in American music, presented by MCCC Music Program Coordinator, Professor Jim Kelly; stock op tions, part 2, presented by Litwok; chocolate, presented by wellness consultant Anastasia Slattery; sur viving cancer, part 2, presented by Plumb; storytelling basics, presented by... (NJ.com -- Times)
Edible Organic Container Gardening Apr 8, 2008
Grow Fruits, Vegetables, and Trees in Small Spaces. If sticker shock at the grocery store is keeping you from enjoying chemical-free produce, grow organic fruits and vegetables on your porch, balcony, or windowsill. (Suite101.com)
Don't pretend it isn't spring Apr 4, 2008
All you need to know about container gardening in Alaska. ADVERTISEMENT. (Anchorage Daily News)
Historic Garden Week turns 75 Mar 31, 2008
New to this year s tour will be demonstrations of container gardening and plants to choose for courtyard gardens during the day. Another highlight of the day will be a cello recital by Harry Smith, a sixth-grader at St. Christopher s School. (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)
Early bloomers Mar 30, 2008
This year, Fonnesbeck in Mendon expects container gardening to continue its popularity and thinks people will look for the corals and blues. She knows to keep certain favorites stocked, as well. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
EXPO 2008 set for this weekend Mar 28, 2008
2:00 p.m. Stillwater Greenhouse Container Gardening. Sunday, March 30. (Charles City Press, IO)
3rd Annual Local Foods Conference Aims to Build Local Food Economies Mar 25, 2008
The morning of the conference will feature skill-based workshops, including how to build cold frames, backyard poultry production, and container gardening, followed by panel discussions on climate change and local agriculture and fighting Hunger through local foods. After a free lunch, Linda Faillace will offer her keynote address followed by a Maine FEEDS Maine style breakout session discussing actions and policies to promote food independence in Maine. (Courier Publications, ME)
The best gardening products for spring Mar 18, 2008
With the increasing popularity of container gardening, improved soils, plants and even the containers themselves are being offered to address this demand. But with more and larger containers showing up on our decks, patios and in our gardens, the volume of soil and the sheer weight becomes more of an issue than ever. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Green Thumb: Come to Thursday’s seminar; We’ll answer your questions Feb 20, 2008
In addition, each spring a Newcomers gardening seminar is offered for half a day Saturday this year which will cover citrus, desert adapted plants, container gardening and practical irrigation. You can learn more about this by calling 648-0808. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: VFW plans Valentine's Day dinner/dance Feb 12, 2008
Una Tyler and Patrick Powelson of Andersons La Costa will present "Container Gardening and Design." A plant raffle and refreshments follow. Call (760) 729-8172. (North County Times)
Understanding Lavender Feb 9, 2008
French lavender is the best choice for indoor or container gardening. Preferring to dry out a little between waterings, provide it with a good potting mix to which sand and lime have been added, and don t crowd it or place it in a spot where it won't get good airflow. (Suite101.com)
Wednesday Daily Digest Feb 6, 2008
Container Gardening will be the topic at the Coos Bay Garden Club meeting at 1 p.m. at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 1290 Thompson Road, Coos Bay. The Bay Area Optimist Club will meet at 5:30 p.m. at North Bend Lanes, 1225 Virginia Ave.. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Think Spring’ garden seminar planned Feb. 16 Jan 30, 2008
This year s seminar includes container gardening, fruits and berries, butterfly gardens, bluebirds, building healthy soil, forgotten flowers, bees, new varieties of vegetables, tree care, hardscaping, shoreland restoration, lilies, and heirloom vegetables and saving their seeds ... 9 a.m. keynote speaker, Starla Enger with container gardening. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
What's Ahead Jan 30, 2008
Garden Club features container gardening. Members and guests will learn all about container gardening at the February meeting of the Coos Bay Garden Club. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
All About Potting Soil Jan 28, 2008
A well amended, rich garden soil may produce lush, healthy plants oudoors, but it s too heavy and dense to use for container gardening or houseplants, and can introduce pests and diseases to them. A good quality potting soil is best. (Suite101.com)
Planting Ahead Jan 15, 2008
Workshop sessions include attracting birds, container gardening, insects, rain gardening and organic lawn care, along with 13 other sessions and a keynote address on landscaping with conifers. The all-day event will include an exhibit hall, vendor booths, food and a help desk staffed by Master Gardeners. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
All-American Selections are proven winners in the garden Jan 13, 2008
And Asti White adapts well to container gardening. Zoerb has grown Asti Whites in containers on her rooftop and reports good performance. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Garden club honors Osage National with award Dec 20, 2007
LAKE'OF'THE'OZARKS - The Arrowhead Garden Club recently presented The Federated Garden Clubs of Missouri Community Beautification Award 2007 to Osage National Golf Resort for the job they are doing with their many gardens, water falls, ponds, lake and container gardening. Garden club member, Shirley Holder recently presented the award Osage National general manager, Steve Belton. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
How to Read a Seed Catalog Dec 2, 2007
Compact: Perfect for small gardens or container gardening ... These symbols often include exclusives to the catalog, organically grown seed, cold tolerant plants, plants that are perfect for container gardening, and heirloom varieties. (Suite101.com)
Start warming up to cool-season containers Nov 2, 2007
If you think container gardening is just for the spring and summer, it's time to adjust that thought pattern. Cool-season container gardening is just as much fun and certainly as beautiful with the array of plants available at local garden centers. (The Clarion-Ledger)
No lounger mum on mums Oct 30, 2007
I love container gardening, and I have lots of pots I can interchange for long lasting color. Mums need big pots because they grow quite fast. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Belding dairy couple gain national spotlight Oct 26, 2007
While Aaron focuses the majority of his attention on the herd and crops, Andrea runs Contained Gardens, which specializes in container gardening including individual garden plants, flowers or commercial plants you might see in front of businesses. Staying so busy with her business sometimes makes her miss being actively involved in the dairy farm. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Container plantings bring life, contrast to fall landscapes Oct 23, 2007
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Want a life of leisure? Be a renter Oct 21, 2007
It has no planted garden - but it does have three outdoor spaces ideal for container gardening, and one of the outdoor spaces is practically an outdoor room, on a shaded upstairs deck that overlooks other houses and a driveway yet offers a view of nothing but trees and sky once you take a seat. It has no guest room, but we decided to sleep in the slightly smaller bedroom and turn the bigger one into a multipurpose space (with computer, stereo, books and bed) where company can feel comfortable... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Grow Organic Herbs Anywhere Oct 8, 2007
For container gardening, she suggests you buy new plants each year. Herbs don t overwinter well in northern climates in containers. (Suite101.com)
Sedge. ornamental grasses enhance gardens Aug 25, 2007
Many are also great subjects for container gardening. It pays to do research though before you begin planting grasses randomly. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
In the zone: George Fisher enjoys his role in helping chart Muscatine's road map to future development Aug 21, 2007
My free time is generally split between taking care of my yard and around the house activities, a few additional hours doing work from home related to my engineering position at Allsteel, occasional traveling with my wife to visit our kids and granddaughters, and a bit of urban container gardening. What do you like most about the community in which you reside. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Take a new approach to container gardening Aug 13, 2007
River Valley Home & Garden. By GERI PARLIN / La Crosse Tribune. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Gardening with containers Jul 17, 2007
Locklear, a meat-cutter at Smithfield Packing, says container gardening was her only option. t's cut my gardening problems in half, she said. (Lumberton The Robesonian, NC)
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Those members meet the last Thursday of every month at the Siskiyou Performing Arts Center building, where they take part in workshops and educational lectures about bonsai, container gardening, roses and other gardening topics. They also have workdays, which produce areas like the park on North and Gold. (Yreka Siskiyou Daily News, CA)
Flower Girls can find a place for almost any plant Jun 29, 2007
The concept of container gardening has probably been around since there were plants, but its popularity grew in southern California in the 1950s when people started putting violets in teacups and mother-in-law's tongue in cookie jars and displaying them around the family room ... The business quickly grew to include container gardening. (North County Times)
Canton author pens winning recipe for stellar container gardens. Jun 21, 2007
The four-time author's research prompted her to write the book on container gardening, but with scores of titles already devoted to the topic, she knew she'd need a niche. So Crawford set out to determine how the big guys do it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Annual garden walk to be held Saturday Jun 20, 2007
Annie Potts a terra-cotta pot lady, container gardening, window boxes, various ornaments and figures and three water features; a garden pool with pump, an Olla Bubbler and Terra Cotta Solar ... Wander through the perennials, annuals, shrubs, roses, and the trellis with vining flowers to enjoy another budding water feature, potting shed, container gardening, hanging baskets and a shade garden. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Hot and Cold Jun 20, 2007
Container gardening is meant to be fun. There are some fun ways to grow plants other than in traditional containers. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Coming up roses Jun 15, 2007
did a lot of container gardening. There was no landscaping on the Paperella's lot when their moving truck was unloaded in 2001. (Lumberton The Robesonian, NC)
Extension connection: Spoon River Garden Walk Jun 10, 2007
Potted Paradise is a great example of the way container gardening can be used in the home landscape. The surprising variety of plants combined and displayed in pots by Kris and Gene Scapecchi serves to create their own bit of paradise in this lovely outdoor relaxation space. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
For freshest veggies, try growing your own Jun 7, 2007
Container gardening works well for many vegetables. All you need is a sunny window sill, patio, deck or porch, the right container and a bag of potting soil. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Container Gardening with Peppers Jun 3, 2007
Keeping the soil moist but not soggy is a good rule of thumb for container gardening. Best Location for Pepper Plants. (Suite101.com)
Take a cruise through Old Town Jun 2, 2007
There will also be tasting tables and free workshops on CPR, home storage, container gardening, disaster preparedness and 72-hour kits. The fair is in English and Spanish and free. (Orlando Sentinel -- News)
Club recognizes yard of the month Jun 1, 2007
The club noted that the Caligiuri s yard is the finest example of container gardening that members have seen ... Peggy Caligiuri said that she and her husband Louis have been gardeners since they married 27 years ago, but that they have been into container gardening since they moved into their current home eight years ago ... It was funny, I think container gardening just got started around then, said Peggy. (Rolla Daily News, MO)
Container gardens Jun 1, 2007
Linda Markegard, a seasonal employee at Jolly Lane Greenhouse, says she believes there is a growing trend toward container gardening because of the lingering drought and water situation along with the pesky deer population ... Markegard tells people to think outside the box when it comes to container gardening don t simply plant flowers and vegetables ... Along with lettuce and herbs, bush cucumbers and varieties of tomatoes called determinates are ideal for container gardening. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
True Value opens nursery May 26, 2007
Taft Midway Driller - News. Saturday, May 26, 2007. (Taft Daily Midway Driller, CA)
Gardening Can Be Growth Experience for Children and Families May 23, 2007
A small garden or even container gardening will typically allow opportunities to try new plants and seeds, yet not consume all of a family s free time. "Kids can get pretty excited about picking out colorful packets of flower and vegetable seeds," said Neier, who suggests that parents with small children choose fast-growing spring crops - lettuce and radishes are examples - so children can watch early progress in the garden. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
The whole family can get into gardening May 14, 2007
Kendrick suggested starting off with container gardening in a window box or big pot. After that, they might want to do more in a bigger space, she said. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
