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Late Potato/Tomato Blight
In the past week, there has been a lot of media coverage of the Late Potato Blight, which also affects tomatoes. We do not feel that is a threat to home gardeners in our area in most circumstances. The disease has been

Having The Blues Can Be Fun
In the garden, having the blues can mean an Endless Summer of color! Hydrangeas are the sure way to make an eye-catching statement, and spread a few smiles, too. From the creators of the re-blooming Endless Summer and

Two New Echinacea
There are two new kids in town: Echinacea 'Panther Pink' and 'Purple Fantasy'! Coneflowers are steadily gaining in popularity, and with all the new colors and forms, why not? They attract butterflies like crazy, are

Early Harvest: What Have You Enjoyed So Far?
Although all I have room for in my patio garden is a Bush Goliath tomato and a lot of herbs amongst the flowers, I enjoy immensely the flavors they add to my table. Although the tomatoes are just beginning to turn color

Mother Nature's Perfume
Scented geraniums come in many varieties: large, flat, and fuzzy leaves to small spiky ones. The flowers are usually small and delicate in a variety of shades. What they have in common is the amazing scents produced by