Tag: mikehunter
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GARDEN THUGS – Don’t use these bullies.
Some folks call them “thugs of the plant world”, some call them “spite plants”, I like to think of them as plants that are by their nature invasive or die easily or somehow bring pain to the recipient. And before you ask, no I’ve never given nor gotten them as presents. Prairie Radish Have you… Read more
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Having a green thumb is a thing
Do you love gardening but have a “black thumb” and can absolutely kill just about any house plant within a week. Brings up the question “can I change from a “black thumb” to a “green thumb”? The answer is of course you can. Follow along and I’ll tell you how to try. Growing house plants… Read more
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I Bet You Didn’t Know This – Garden Trivia V3
During the War between the States, doctors in the Union army routinely used onion juice to clean gunshot wounds, and General Grant, deprived of it, sent a testy memo to the War Department : “I will not move my troops without onions!” When potatoes were brought back to England, the English were not quite sure… Read more
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How’s the Sudbury Market Looking to You Today – 10.17.24
Winter’s coming. If you’re going to sell before the weather changes it’s time to get on with it. For the first time in a while, almost all segments of the market favor the seller. The days on market are a little more normal but nothing to worry about. There is just no inventory. For your… Read more
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Get beauty all year round with ornamental grasses in your landscape
One of my favorite landscape plants is also one of the least ornamental while it’s growing. However in the winter when it’s gone by and covered with a glistening cover of crystal ice it can look as beautiful as a Faberge egg. What is this plant? Plants is more like it – they are a… Read more
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Deer Control: Myths and Real Solutions for Gardeners
Deer – what can you do about deer eating your plantings? First of all, let me tell you that I feel your pain. There’s nothing worse than feeding wild animals with your expensive and lovingly cared for specimen plants. Also have you seen those rows of evergreens with the bottom six feet cleaned off, that… Read more
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The green-building movement is moving to the great outdoors.
So what types of projects are consumers having landscape designers do now? Yes, the green-building movement is evolving. Homeowners are beginning to realize what ;landscape designers have known for a long time – the entire site has just as much impact on energy usage, environmental impact, and sustainability as the indoors. Of course there’s COVID… Read more
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Edible Flowers: Unique Gift Plants to Impress
Of course, just about any plant is a nice gift for someone you like. Here I’ve put together some groupings of thoughtful plants that you could give someone. It will make them think of you every time they brush against them or walk by. Plants that smell good One of the universal favored scents over… Read more
