Backyard Stories
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Stickers, Barb, and Burrs: Fighting Weeds That Fight Back
Plants with burrs and stickers grow across much of the United States and Canada, so it’s no surprise that several types are at home here in Oregon’s high desert. Read about my battle here.
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Spinach Growing Problems - 5 Things You're Doing Wrong With Spinach
With National Spinach Day approaching, many gardeners are sowing this healthy vegetable. Spinach can be a bit tricky to grow, however.
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Pecan Tree Problems: Common Mistakes When Growing Pecans
Avoid mistakes when growing pecans by understanding potential pecan tree problems in advance. Click for info and tips to help you get started.
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Dreaming Of Flowers In The High Desert
When I moved back to the high desert, I was surprised to find flowers, like several large yuccas that produced beautiful spires of creamy, pale yellow blooms in midsummer.
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What Flowers Like Sun: Top 10 Flowers For Full Sun Beds
It's no secret that most plants need sunlight in order to truly thrive. Let's explore some annual and perennial options for the flower garden.
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Gardening Challenges In The Texas Panhandle
Texas Panhandle gardening is not always easy, especially when it’s your first experience with gardening. Click here to see what I learned.
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The Most Interesting Seed I've Been Given - Kaffir Lily
I was gifted with some of the seeds from my sisters Kaffir lily and it became the most interesting seed I’ve ever been given.
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Peace Lily Growing: The Story of My Peace Lily Houseplant
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Western Juniper Trees: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly
I love and appreciate evergreens, which require almost no care and look nice all year. But western juniper can be tricky. Learn more here.
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Christmas Tree Alternative: Decorating An Outdoor Tree For Birds
Traditional Christmas trees are popular among those celebrating the holiday, but some people, like me, take a decidedly different approach.
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Winter Lawn Care: Preventing Bare Spots In The Lawn
I detest lawn weeds because they die in the winter, leaving bare spots in the lawn. Here’s what I do for winter lawn care.
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Flour For Aphid Control - It's Not Just For Baking
Even with natural pest remedies, you can get flare ups that can't be controlled. Luckily, I use one simple ingredient already in the kitchen - flour.
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Rats In The Garden: An Unforgettable Garden Moment
Do rats eat pumpkins? Yes, they do. Here's an unforgettable garden moment one GKH writer experienced firsthand.
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Raising Backyard Ducks - Vegetable Gardening With Ducks
My fondness for backyard ducks began when I was young. The benefits of having them in the garden are numerous. Click here to learn more.
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Regrowing Kitchen Scraps - Grow Vegetables And Herbs Again
Can you take the tops of carrots and grow them? What about growing food from other veggie scraps? Yes! And I recommend it. Learn more here.
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Plant Propagation In Water - It's Great For Budding Gardeners
Want an easy way to reproduce plants? For beginning growers, plant propagation in water is the way to go. Learn more here.
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Growing Daffodil Bulbs: Sad Truth About Pink Daffodils
Daffodils are my favorite spring flowers and having pink ones would add another dimension of color. Learn about my experience with them here.
