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Movin' Your Houseplants Back Indoorsby Donna W. MoramarcoIt's fall, and if you've got plants that enjoyed a nice outdoors summer vacation, it's time to bring them back indoors. Make their transition easier with some helpful tips!. Firethorn: Set Your Garden Ablazeby Lane GreerSome plant names make little sense -- but not firethorn. The hundreds of orange and red fruits that cover the prickly branches in fall make it look as if the plant's burning in color! Best of all, the beauty lasts (and lasts) through winter. Lindheimer Muhly: A Grass for All Seasonsby David L. MorganIf you're looking for a nice fall plant, consider Lindheimer muhly. While this ornamental grass holds year-round interest in the landscape, its most attractive season arrives when the days shorten and temperatures drop. Gardening on a Budgetby Sarah LandichoJust because you can't afford to plant everything you want now doesn't mean you can't do anything in your garden. Prepare your beds and pick a few key plants to install now -- leaving room for later. Celebrate 'Autumn Joy'!by Jennifer Manning'Autumn Joy' sedum is low-maintenance perennial that offers something pretty to look at year-round, but watch out come fall: The changing bloom color of this already-attractive succulent is a real showstopper!. Perfect Pansies and Vibrant Violasby Megan BamePansies and violas are bright, bold plants that add color to beds, borders and bowls from fall till spring. Learn more about these cold-hardy annuals that add interest to gardens wherever winters are mild. Spring-Flowering Bulbs With Purposeby Donna W. MoramarcoIt's that time of year to get into your garden and plant some bulbs for springtime blooms! Don't know where to start? Consider this fun and practical list when buying your bulbs this fall. Rake Your Fall Leaves!by Magan BameIf you've got a yard with lots of trees, raking leaves is familiar work. Whether you mulch your leaves or rake them into piles, it's an important job that keeps your yard looking good -- and your lawn healthy!. Early Autumn Chores for Northeast Gardenersby Donna W. MoramarcoAutumn is unfolding in the Northeast. Before you to hang up your gardening gloves and store the spade for the year, here are some typical chores to get done in your early fall garden. Fall With Pizzazzby Sarah L. IvyDoes your garden just seem to fade after a blooming spring and summer? Are you tired of planting the same plants every autumn? Broaden your plant palette and fire up your garden with some of these fabulous fall-interest beauties. Fall Into Bulb Maniaby Sarah L. IvyYes, Old Man Winter is on his way. But before his icy grip takes hold, get out into your garden this fall and plant some spring-blooming bulbs. Do the work now, and you'll be rewarded with a bevy of blooms later!. Plant That Mum...It's a Perennial!by Megan BameTo many, the chrysanthemum is a sure sign of fall. While this blooming beauty looks fantastic in a container, its bright, bold autumn colors look even better when they're coming out of your garden! Plants for Fall Flowers: PeeGee Hydrangeasby Lane GreerWhen it comes to great hydrangeas, these are rated PeeGee! These pretty bloomers are a wonderful addition to a shady border, with gracefully aging flowers that bloom until frost. They're versatile, easy to grow and require little maintenance. Container Gardening: Beauty and Flexibilityby Frank TanseyWhen it comes to gardening your first thought might be finding the best spot in the ground to plant. That single thought might miss one of the best gardening options around--container gardening. Bright Ideas for Springtime Bulbsby Lane GreerEnjoying a colorful garden full of flowering bulbs come May means thinking spring long before the April showers! Learn when and how to plant spring-blooming bulbs now -- and then get set to enjoy an instant show of rewarding color later. Perennial Basics: Getting Startedby Mark A. MillerThe right perennials in the right locations bring a yard fabulous color, texture and overall beauty. Think about the type of plant you're looking for, then find the perfect perennial for you -- and your garden. Designing With PerennialsMark A. MillerDesigning a perennial garden is fun and rewarding. Here are a few tips to help get your growing masterpiece on its way. Making the Most of Your Leaveby Elizabeth KnellerTurn those fallen leaves into a gift for your garden. Here's a quick way to make leaf mulch and leaf mold. The Mighty Tree -- Enjoying and SelectingDavid L. MorganTrees have a lot to offer the garden, no matter what the season -- from summer shade to winter interest. Here are a few things to consider before buying a tree for your yard. Pumpkin Pleasuresby Elizabeth KnellerPumpkin brings out the best in seasonal cooking. Learn how to make an easy pumpkin puree (just in time for the holidays), as well as the names of a few great pumpkins recommended for cooking. Five Exceptional Heirloom Pumpkinsby Jessie KeithTired of the usual orange, round pumpkin? Heirloom squash offers a unique twist to the seasonal classic, taking fall decorating and cooking to new heights. Creating a Woodland Gardenby Mark A. MillerTurn your back yard into a natural-looking woodland escape -- and preserve the beauty of native plants in the process. Accessorize! (Dressing up Your Garden)by Felder RushingPlants aren't the only things that make a garden great. Garden accessories bring a touch of whimsy and add continued interest to the yard when plants can't show off their best features. Tacky or Gaudy -- A Look at Garden Artby Felder Rushing"Art," like beauty, is in the eye of the beholder. Let's take a fun look into the types of outdoor art that some people might just love to hate. Junk Jewels in the Gardenby Janet RademacherJunkyards beware! Creative gardeners looking to dress up their yards with more than just plants are on the lookout for objets d'art! Here are a few tips to help the inner artist in you get started. Organic Gardening: Good for You and the Planet, Tooby Melinda "Food Sleuth" Hemmelgarn, M.S., R.D.There's more to organic gardening than not using pesticides. Learn how this gardening method can help the lives of our children, as well as our environment. Minding Your Horticultural Healthby Bonnie L. AppletonGardening is generally not considered a dangerous activity, but it can cause injuries because there are so many repetitive actions and improper tools. Learn how to save your tired body from real damage by using good sense and the right equipment. Enjoying Safety Along With the Harvestby Melinda "Food Sleuth" Hemmelgarn, M.S., R.D.Children tend to eat more fruits and vegetables when they're the ones who help plant, pick and prepare the harvest. But bringing their prized produce into the kitchen means knowing the safety rules first. Known Links! crankymen.com Cybersquatting Fishing Leelanau Today Lifestyle |