New Heirloom Squash and Cabbage Varieties Grow Ahead
The vegetable note highlights three new introductions: two squash varieties, one summer and one winter, plus a hybrid cabbage. St Pat Scallop Early is a first generation bush summer squash maturing quickly, Kindred is a semi vine winter squash with Buttercup like shape and orange flesh, Harvest er Queen cabbage shows disease yellows resistance with uniform globe heads weighing up to five pounds.
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Planting for patio pleasure with trees and containers
Homeowners planning a new or improved patio can follow nursery ideas to enhance outdoor living. Plan around a tree for shade or add a small tree when upgrading. Avoid messy trees and keep fences low, use a low shrub wall to separate spaces, and consider curved flower beds, a wading pool, turf, or container geraniums to add charm.
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Perennials From Seeds And Roses Care Tips
A garden primer explains growing perennials from seeds, their longer germination, and best sowing practices. It also covers rosarian leaf health, sunlight, watering, feeding, and pest protection, plus a note on systemic rose care and lawn weed counts.
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Ortho Garden, Research Center
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