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Melilot (Melilotus officinalis), also known as Yellow Sweet Clover, is a non-native plant originating from Eurasia and brought to the US as fodder for animals and a cover crop to produce a bust of nitrogen to poor soil and fields. It is not considered a weed but can become invasive if not monitored properly as it can be found in all types of soil. Continue reading
Did you know, there are edible flowers in most home gardens? Many gardeners grow plants for visual appeal and for their fruit, but many flowers also offer the same taste as their hosts. Continue reading
A vase of cut lilies. Photo courtesy of Longfield Gardens, a leading U.S. supplier of flower bulbs.
On this day of observance and appreciation, Garden Variety would like to wish a very Happy Father’s Day to the men who represent the best of fatherhood, paternal bonding and positive influences in the lives of others.
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A lakeside farm and garden set in a valley at Kukui’ula, a luxury residential community and private club in Kaua’i, Hawaii, which is known as the “Garden Island.” Photo courtesy of Kukui’ula.
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Photo courtesy of The Grower’s Box, a specialty wholesaler of bulk flowers.
On this day celebrating the women responsible for making each and every one of our lives possible, Garden Variety would like to offer a word of thanks for the unconditional love, thoughtful care and tireless efforts of every mom out there, while paying tribute to the memory of those who are no longer with us.
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Planting terrariums is fun, rewarding and surprisingly easy. This and all accompanying photos courtesy of Melinda Graham.
Long relegated to school classrooms and science fair project tables, terrariums have found their way into homes. Here, our domestic diva, Melinda Graham, dishes on how to plant a stylish, low-maintenance mini indoor oasis this spring.
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In France, as across much of North America, spring has finally sprung. And Mike Alexander is ready as the ‘Saint of Frost’ gives way to seasonal bloom.
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Happy Easter from GV to you! May each and every one of you enjoy the holiday with family and friends.
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This and all accompanying photos courtesy of Proven Winners.
Kerry Meyer, program manager with high-performing plant brand Proven Winners, on how to find healthy plants in garden centers.
This and all accompanying photos courtesy of Mike Alexander.
GV’s European correspondent, Mike Alexander, gives a quick primer on the living—and growing—heritage of the French city known as La Belle au Bois Dormant (Sleeping Beauty)
Photo courtesy of Powell Gardens.
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Keukenhof Gardens in the Netherlands spans some 70 acres and is filled with more than 7 million blooming tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, narcissi and crocuses in spring. All photos courtesy of Sinbad.
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The nation’s largest retailer and grocer enters the organic food rush.
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A rich, dreamy yardscape designed by the supremely talented Stephen Himschoot. This and all photos copyright by Luxescapes, a premier residential landscape design and contracting firm operating in Greater Denver, CO.
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A new e-learning site dedicated to informing the students—and the public—about the role of nutrients in healthy food production and the preservation of green spaces.
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This all all images courtesy of The Know Maintenance Perennial Garden. Copyright © 2014 by Roy Diblik. Published by Timber Press, Portland, OR. Used by permission of the publisher. All rights reserved.
GV’s Joyce H. Newman catches up with renown garden designer Roy Diblik, who discuses his work and new book, “The Know Maintenance Garden.”
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