by Amy Simone, Extension Master Gardener, University of Vermont SOUTH BURLINGTON – The holidays are over, and we find ourselves in the cold, dark days of mid-winter. As a gardener, you may feel that the planting season is so far away. Don’t worry as you can start many plants indoors by[Read More…]
In the Garden
Visiting an Outdoor Sculpture Garden in Winter
CORNISH FLAT, N.H. – January is generally an all-white month in my garden, though this year (2012) the snow has been off to a slow start. I love the curves of drifts, the smoothness of open spaces, the contrast between snow and the outlines of my trees, shrubs, arbors and[Read More…]
Garden Helpline open this Winter
by Debra Heleba, Extension Community Horticulture Program director, University of Vermont BURLINGTON – As we begin a new year, many Vermonters may have lingering questions about their garden’s performance this past year or new questions as they plan to start or improve a garden in 2024. The University of Vermont[Read More…]
Remembering Tasha Tudor (1915-2008)
by Henry Homeyer CORNISH FLAT, N.H. – Tasha Tudor, one of America’s favorite children’s book illustrators and writers and a great gardener, died peacefully at home on June 18, 2008, at the age of 92. She sold her first book, “Pumpkin Moonshine,” in 1938 by going to New York and[Read More…]
A Year in the Garden
by Henry Homeyer CORNISH FLAT, N.H. – As we begin 2024, I think it is good not only to look back on the year we have just concluded, but also to plan ahead. We can’t know if we’ll be facing hot and dry or wet and soggy this summer or[Read More…]
USDA Hardiness Zones Provide Vital Information
by Deborah J. Benoit, Extension Master Gardener, University of Vermont NORTH ADAMS, Mass. – There are countless things that can go right or wrong in a garden. Some of them are obvious: too much or too little water, diseases, pests and critters that nibble on our plants. Other things that[Read More…]
Don’t Try This at Home
by Henry Homeyer CORNISH FLAT, N.H. – Over the years I have come to realize that not every pretty flower deserves a place in my garden. Some bring more trouble and aggravation than they are worth and require constant vigilance to keep them from completely taking over the garden. As[Read More…]
Grow Ginger Indoors in Winter
by Nadie VanZandt, Extension Master Gardener, University of Vermont PANTON – Praised by foodies and lovers of Asian cuisine, ginger is known for its culinary and medicinal properties. Grated, chopped, juiced or cut into thin strips, ginger is versatile and consumed as a spice, a beverage or an accompaniment in savory dishes[Read More…]
Decorating the Outdoors in Winter
by Henry Homeyer CORNISH FLAT, N.H. – Winter is here, and there’s not much for gardeners to do outside. All we can do is sip tea, tend houseplants, and dream of spring. I try to avoid the blahs by making my outdoor environment as cheerful as possible. I love the[Read More…]
Holiday Traditions Continue Beneath the Mistletoe
by Deborah J. Benoit, Extension Master Gardener, University of Vermont NORTH ADAMS, Mass. – The mention of mistletoe evokes images of a seasonal kissing ball adorned with its leaves and berries or of someone sneaking a kiss beneath a sprig of mistletoe hanging in a doorway. You probably don’t think[Read More…]
Holiday Gifts for the Gardener 2023
by Henry Homeyer CORNISH FLAT, N.H. – Once again it is time to find the perfect gifts for your loved ones. Gardeners are easy to shop for because there are so many good things to shop for, and they will probably be pleased with whatever you choose. As a shopper,[Read More…]
Holiday Plants are for Enjoyment and Gifts
by Deborah J. Benoit, Extension Master Gardener, University of Vermont NORTH ADAMS, Mass. – As the days grow shorter, the wintry winds of December will bring with them a host of holidays—and holiday plants. Walk into most stores, and you’ll see shelves of poinsettias, holiday cactus and amaryllis among many[Read More…]
