Monthly Archives: October 2007

Bulbs in a Minor Key

Posted on October 14, 2007 by Mary Schier

That was the headline for an article on minor bulbs from the September/October 2006 issue of Northern Gardener. In the article, Mary Henry and Margaret Purcell recommend that gardeners get beyond the daffodil and tulip and plant some of the … Continue reading →

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Garden Heaven

Posted on October 13, 2007 by Mary Schier

I cannot remember a more wonderful day for gardening than today. Temperatures were in the 60s most of the afternoon, sun shining, just a slight breeze–perfection! The favorable weather led to much activity, too. My teenage daughter mowed the lawn. … Continue reading →

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Garden Invasion Averted!

Posted on October 12, 2007 by Mary Schier

I have just dodged a garden bullet. Earlier this week, I wandered into a nursery having a big plant sale. I was specifically looking for a plant with variegated foliage to brighten up one of my backyard beds. This has … Continue reading →

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Pineapple Sage: A Really Late Bloomer

Posted on October 9, 2007 by Mary Schier

It is so cold and windy today that I couldn’t get an in-focus picture of the pineapple sage (Salvia elegans) in my front bed. Here it is Oct. 9, and this plant is finally starting to bloom. Pineapple sage is … Continue reading →

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How Cute Is This?

Posted on October 8, 2007 by Mary Schier

I stole this fall decorating idea from an item I saw in the most recent Gardener’s Supply catalog. The catalog was selling a ceramic, pumpkin-shaped pot to display fall-blooming plants. Very cute, but why not use a real pumpkin? The … Continue reading →

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In Defense of Morning Glories

Posted on October 2, 2007 by Mary Schier

Recently, I’ve read several garden writers rant against morning glories. These annual vines are easy to grow–and grow and grow. They reseed spectacularly, especially the popular old-fashioned variety called Grandpa Otts. It’s the purple one in the first picture. This … Continue reading →

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