Shade thriving in a Columbus yard with shade tolerant plants
In Columbus Georgia Carol and David Sutcliffe transformed a dense tree canopy into a cool, colorful shade garden. They added a deck running pond and paths with hostas ferns and woodland flowers. Local nurseryman tips highlight hostas as top shade plants and ferns as year round color choices. Delores Wooley also found success replacing sun favorites with shade loving blooms like impatiens hydrangeas and wildflowers creating a cooler, color rich landscape.
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Precautions let allergy sufferers garden easier
For millions with hay fever, experts say smart plant selection and landscaping reduce pollen exposure. The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology cites 35 million Americans affected by seasonal allergies. Garden choices, timing, and testing by allergists help minimize triggers while allowing outdoor gardening.
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Tips to Avoid Garden Allergies and Pollen Exposure
Practical advice from experts on reducing pollen contact while gardening. Wear protective gear, separate clothing, shower after chores, and time yard work to pollen counts. Favor native or female trees and fragrant flowers with larger pollen grains to lessen airborne exposure. Monitor local pollen counts and adjust activities accordingly.
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Tips of the week for bamboo and weeds in spring
Emerging bamboo stalks in existing stands should be cut at ground level to reduce underground runners. Contain small stands with vertically set flagstone pavers. Inspect garden beds for weeds like woodsorrel pigweed and cinquefoil oil. Deep roots pull easier when soil is moist. Cut back forsythia now after blooming.
Gardening tips include beer for tomatoes and bridal veil care
A reader shares a beer trick for tomatoes using stale beer to deter pests, noting enzymes and yeast might help. The piece then describes the Bridal veil plant Gibasis geniculata, labeled Tradescantia multiformis, as a delicate Wandering Jew relative that prefers bright indirect light, moist well drained soil, and caution against overwatering and excessive sun.
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