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Crawford and Class and Remarkable Bamboo |
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A Rutgers University professor of landscape architecture (and director of Rutgers Gardens) and his class are out to showcase the merits of bamboo, that much aligned members of the grass family. “I think people are interested but frightened of it," he says. They also illustrate that bamboos fulfill an incredible number of uses in the garden.
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published on February 11, 2006
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Better Bush than Fetterbush |
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“Fetterbush," or mountain andromeda, Pieris floribunda is hardy to the south, but far more attractive in bloom and variable in size and appearance are the many crosses, hybrids, and selections of the Japanese andromeda, Pieris japonica.
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published on February 09, 2006
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Growing Heat |
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In these days of out-of-control oil and gas prices, more people are turning to burning wood to keep their houses toasty. Sawmills and firewood business are booming. But why not grow your own in that patch of woods behind your house? Follow consulting forester to four clients' woodlots.
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published on December 06, 2005
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Gourmet Garden |
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One North Jersey woman outwits garden pests by practicing lavish economy in her suburban garden and yard.
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published on October 27, 2005
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Exploring Stonecrop Gardens |
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Ever wanted to be a plant explorer? See Stonecrop Gardens and experience a taste. Prepare to spend hours roaming the gardens of this Hudson Highlands property. Perhaps known mostly for its alpines, Stonecrop's gardens include 29 types of gardens.
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published on September 22, 2005
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The Climbery - Mission Clematis |
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The Climbery in Livingston, NY has the second largest planted collection of clematis in the world. With 30 gardens, 5 to 6,000 vines of almost 600 varieties and lots of perennials, flowering shrubs and lotus, this private garden is worth a visit by appointment.
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published on July 08, 2005
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Frog Pond Farm, a love story |
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A mature garden covers three acres and includes spectacular rhododendron, crabapples and dogwood, more trees, borders with rhododendron, azaleas and unusual shrubs, primula that Ruby grows from seed, a pond built for love, a stream garden, and wild and cultivated perennials.
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published on June 10, 2005
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A Very Private Small Garden |
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Paula Manchester opens her private garden to the public on May 7. Her quarter-acre corner lot provides ideas and inspiration to most people with a typical yard in the suburbs. You won't believe how spacious and secluded it feels.
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published on April 29, 2005
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Embracing Trees |
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New membership in The National Arbor Day Foundation has brought one woman eleven free, flowing trees. They will attract songbirds, offering them sustenance far into the winter and me natural insect control.
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published on April 24, 2005
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