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Tom Karwin, on gardening | Focusing on foliage

"Many flowering plants are currently dormant, so the current season presents an ideal time to 'dive' into the garden’s ...
December often feels like the garden’s “off season,” but in reality, it’s a hidden opportunity month. While many assume the ...
Ever felt like your garden is more work than fun? Many people jump into gardening hoping for a relaxing escape, only to end ...
Two of my favorite house plants have gotten quite large. How can I tell when it is time to move them to larger pots? How do I select the best potting soil and fertilizer?
A new pilot study suggests that engaging in indoor hydroponic gardening can improve mental well-being and quality of life for ...
Gardening/yardwork is one of the few forms of leisure physical activity that people tend to do more as they age.
The winter month of December can bring colder temperatures. We are more likely to have a frost or even the occasional freeze.
Recently, the news headlines announced that the Farmers’ Almanac was shutting down. That sent a shock wave through the gardening community. Gardeners everywhere are wondering where they were going to ...
Snow has already been falling in some of the northern states and our own “Florida snow” is beginning to bloom on lawns around ...