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A time to grow
I had a variety of topics from which to choose this week, however I choose gardening. I did not choose it because summer has begun; I chose it with hopes that you will read this column on a nice day ...
Posted on 5/28/09 at 5:25 AM
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Designing gardens around trees

I have had many questions this week regarding planting gardens around trees. The deep shade under many trees prohibits grass from growing, leaving unsightly bare patches and exposed roots. Many of you prefer something other than this “eyesore,” and hope to plant shade plants where grass won’t grow.

May 05, 2010

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Growing Green: Planting trees

The early spring has inspired many gardeners to get a head start on their home gardens.

By Robin Trott, Extension Educator , May 04, 2010

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MDA reminds Minnesotans to protect lakes and rivers by following fertilizer laws

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is reminding homeowners and turf grass professionals that lawn care practices make a big difference in the quality of our lakes and rivers.

By Staff Report , May 02, 2010

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ND gardeners test vegetable, flower varieties

FARGO - You may want to thank your gardening neighbors if the vegetables or flower you grow produce well.

By NDSU Extension Service , April 29, 2010

Healthy grass can sprout weed-free lawns

To keep a healthy lawn, give it some fertilizer. There are several excellent commercial fertilizers out there. You do not need much. It is good to apply the fertilizer on the holiday schedule. In other words, apply the fertilizer around Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day. Before the snow starts to fly in October, put on a slow-release fertilizer so your lawn will take off in the early spring (when we have enough heat units).

By Lance Brower, NDSU Extension Service , April 28, 2010

Advice for gardeners: Not yet

Advice for gardeners: Not yet Mary, Mary, quite contrary, how does your garden grow? Well, right now, gardens shouldn’t be growing.

By Celeste Beam , April 28, 2010

Growing Green: Designing gardens around trees

I have had many questions this week regarding planting gardens around trees.

By Robin Trott, Extension Educator , April 27, 2010

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Lawn mowing tips

DETROIT LAKES - Lawn mowing is perhaps the most important practice performed in home lawn care. The simple practice of mowing impacts not only the appearance of your lawn, but also can impact the turf’s ability to ward off problems.

By Jim Stordahl, DL-Online , April 26, 2010

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Important practice: Lawn mowing tips

Lawn mowing is perhaps the most important practice performed in home lawn care. The simple practice of mowing impacts not only the appearance of your lawn, but also can impact the turf’s ability to ward off problems.

By Jim Stordahl , April 23, 2010

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Beautify your landscape with various shrubs

Beautify your landscape with various shrubs April is a good time to plant new shrubs. Shrubs, along with trees can increase the value of your property and make it more attractive.

By Mary Jane Breitling , April 21, 2010

Crabgrass prevention in your home lawn

The early spring has created profuse inquiry regarding that prolific lawn weed – crabgrass.

By By Robin Trott, Extension Educator , April 21, 2010

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2½ years on, tomato grower and city reach a settlement

2½ years on, tomato grower and city reach a settlement A settlement has been reached to end a 2½-year dispute between the city of Watson and a resident using hooped structures to raise vegetables.

By Tom Cheverny , April 19, 2010

Hortiscope: Roundup won’t kill tree roots growing in sewer lines

Hortiscope: Roundup won’t kill tree roots growing in sewer lines Q: In 2009, I planted some apple trees. I was told to paint the trunks so they wouldn’t burn in the sun. I painted them with an oil-based enamel paint. Now I heard that I should have used a water- based paint. Have I killed my trees?

By Ron Smith , April 14, 2010

Cultural tips to prevent scabby potatoes

Grocery stores have set up their seed potato displays, and many gardeners are getting ready to plant. However, some have expressed dismay about last year’s crop: disfigured, dark, rough, pitted and corky, their potatoes were infected with potato scab, a disease caused by a soil-borne bacteria.

By By Robin Trott, Extension Educator , April 14, 2010

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Growing Green: Cultural tips to prevent scabby potatoes

Grocery stores have set up their seed potato displays, and many gardeners are getting ready to plant.

By Robin Trott, Extension Educator , April 11, 2010

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