Flower & Garden Magazine articles from July 2002

Flower & Garden Magazine archives from July 2002

Flowers are lovely; love is flower-like, friendship is a sheltering tree: Samuel Taylor Coleridge 1772-1834. (Editor's Note).(Editorial)
July 1, 2002... June was to be a special time for me. I had it all planned-we would travel to the wine country, and amid the fields of California poppies, I would pop the question. Well, sooner, rather than later, it happened. On February 14, 2002,...

The gardening gourmet.(gardening techniques)
July 1, 2002... Hello readers... and happy warm weather season! Since I am a berry fanatic-strawberries, raspberries, blackberries-I decided to continue our early summer Gardening Gourmet trend with another berry-the blueberry. As I've mentioned...

Cutting flowers for arrangements is more than snip and pluck. (Garden Basics).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Cutting flowers from a home garden and arranging them attractively doesn't require the skills of a Master Gardener, but a Penn State Cooperative Extension gardening expert says the picking is easier if gardeners remember a few tips. ...

Water gardening made easy: an in-depth look.
July 1, 2002... Backyard ponds and water gardens are for birds, butterflies, frogs, fish... and you and your family. These ponds are typically small, sometimes no larger than three to four feet in diameter, and may be built in barrels or other patio...

A World Of Orchids. (Garden Destination).
July 1, 2002... GARDEN DESTINATION I always remember my first glimpse of an orchid-the flower was made into a corsage that my mother wore to a party. I was mesmerized by the look and scent of this strange, exotic flower, waxy-textured, ruffled and of a...

Fire-tolerant plants.(gardening)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Fire danger--it doesn't seem to matter what type of weather we get, fire anger is always perilous, especially for rural and hillside residents. But you can breathe easier if you remember three R's: remove fuel, reduce fuel and replace...

The easy way to maintain your lawn.(gardening)
July 1, 2002... The amount of time and money you spend maintaining your lawn depends a lot on what your idea of a lawn should be-not necessarily what your lawn actually needs. Early lawns of the Middle Ages did not require much maintenance. That's because...

Summer rose care. (Rose Hints And How-To).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Now is the time to prune those old garden roses to keep them from taking over your yard. Once their spectacular spring display is over, it's a lot easier for the rosarian to work up the courage to attack them with the pruners and loppers....

Container gardening. (Beyond Basics Topics For The Advanced Garden).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... A container garden can be an artistic composition of color, form and movement, pleasing to the senses, a softening of a terrace, deck or patio or showcasing an entryway. Ideally, such a garden in a pot consists of a variety of plants-one or...

Paradiso fountains. (In The Garden).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... This is the first true "Do it Yourself" line of garden fountains. Constructed of high-impact resin, it is lightweight and very easy to set up and move around without getting damaged. The cost is affordable, but the textured surface and...

Sonic Web. (In The Garden).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... The new Sonic Web Biting Insect Control is highly effective in attracting and catching mosquitoes, flies and other unwanted biting insects. Environmentally friendly, the Sonic Web Biting Insect Control reduces overall biting insect population...

Cedar potting bench. (In The Garden).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just need a convenient work station for the backyard, this is the most well constructed potting bench you'll find. You can even add a stainless steel sink for the ultimate in backyard utility. Built to...

Fiskars. (In The Garden).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Fiskars Loop Handle Hand Pruners are perfect for pruning and shaping shrubs, bushes or small trees, or they can be used to cut spent blooms to stimulate new growth or to harvest fresh-cut flowers. The loop handle allows hands to relax without...

American pool & fountain. (In The Garden).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... These elegant, yet highly practical pools offer a one-of-a kind artistic twist-original hand painted mosaics sparkling at the bottom of each pool. Inspired by classic English and Italian art and architecture and made in America, these...

Scotts Edgeguard. (In The Garden).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... With the speed of a rotary spreader but the control of a drop spreader, Scotts' new EdgeGuard Total Performance Spreader will make fertilizing your lawn more efficient than ever. In creating an all-around superior spreader, Scotts has added...

Garden lawn chair. (Garden Builder).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... These simple-to-make chairs are a great addition to any backyard or deck--and even without a pillow, they are surprisingly comfortable. A great way to add seating to your backyard living space when you have very little time and money. *...

Getting answers. (Gardeners' Q & A).(tropical nipplefruit plants)(Questions and Answers)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... QUESTION: Among the exotic plants at a garden show, I saw one called "Buddha's hand." The leaves were not outstanding, but the blossom, which looked like a hand in a yellow rubber glove, was spectacular. What can you tell me about this unique...