I'm honored that Fran Sorin asked RDR to be part of her cyber book party and giveaway for the 10th Anniversary and re-release of …
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Gifts for gardeners: American book edition
Wondering what gift to buy your gardener for Christmas this year? I have some great gift book ideas for you. This was a banner …
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Growing amaryllis is easy
I like hippeastrum. What are hippeastrum you ask? We know them as amaryllis. When I write that I like them, I mean I'm a …
Greenhouse musings, and Moo Poo Tea giveaway!
Since the weather is singing a wintry tune, it's time for greenhouse musings and a moo poo tea giveaway. First, the musings. Bill …
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It is well with my garden
November 5, and it is well with my garden. Gradually, flowers are slowing down, but roses were still blooming in the blustery day …
Tropical plants, a hot summer garden’s best friend
Next to colorful annuals, tropical plants are a hot summer garden's best friend. In Oklahoma and much of the middle South, …
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Annuals are flashy garden accessories
If perennials are the little black dresses of the garden world, then annuals are gardening's flashy accessories. They bring color …
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Garden Holes of Opportunity
From several conversations I've had with gardeners lately, I know you're worried about my roses. I'm worried too, but I am trying …
Planting fall-blooming flowers for pollinators
What should you plant for pollinators to bloom during the late show--that short or long time period between hot, hot days and the …
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Fall front door decor
Fall is a time of renewal in southern gardens. It's also a time to change your front door decor. Foliage color changes, cool …
Wildflower Wednesday Gaura
On this Wildflower Wednesday, I want to promote the sweet genus gaura. G. coccinea, Scarlet beeblossom, is native to many states. …
Rain chains are jewelry for your gutters
A few years ago I installed a rain chain right outside my kitchen window where I write each morning. As I hung it, I thought how …
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