Deborah J. Benoit
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Ask a master gardener: How to plant a cutting garden
A cutting garden provides a home-grown source of material for fresh flower arrangements.
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Things new gardeners need to know
But before you grab a spade and head for the backyard, put pen to paper and make a plan.
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Learn the basics of starting seeds
Are you ready for an early season gardening adventure?
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Ask a Master Gardener: How to force winter flowers
Forsythia in February? Impossible, you say? Not so. A vase full of flowers from the garden won’t take much more effort than harvesting some branches to force them…
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Ask a Master Gardener: Care & safety of holiday plants
Whether you receive a new plant as a gift or purchase it, it’s always a good idea to familiarize yourself with the plant’s needs and any safety concerns…
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Ask a master gardener: Growing mushrooms indoors
Mushroom grow kits can be found online and in the gardening section in many stores. Available varieties include oyster, lion’s mane and shitake, along with familiar varieties such…
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Now is the time to plant for spring
The leaves are turning to their autumn glory and it’s nearly time to put the garden to bed. But wait.