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Hardiness Zone Update · Our Hardiness Zone Index has been updated today, you can now find your Hardiness Zone by entering a Postal Code on the Hardiness Zone Lookup page. The new lookup system will relay a message similar to "The supplied Postal Code 97222 is in Zone 8b which has an Annual Extreme…
Mobile and Coding Improvements · We've just rolled out a large amount of coding updates and are currently in the process of testing several large mobile usability improvements. Most of the new mobile page updates should improve reading pages and looking at content on smaller screens under 800px. Several of the coding adjustments also allowed…
Forum Mailer Fixed · Mail content from our forums were temporarily disabled after a server reconfiguration in May; this issue has been identified and repaired. If you submitted a registration request which had not been approved you did not receive an automated welcome message you can resubmit your registration request or Contact Us for…
Introducing Tools · Have you ever found yourself wondering the best way to figure out how to convert from one unit to another? Perhaps you're interested in figuring out how many cubic yards of material you'll need for a rock path or how much bark chips you'll need to cover your garden bed.…
Updates Galore · We have been doing major updates to the system that drives the site for several months now, and at the end of all of the coding updates comes more data. I'm happy to say that we just finished adding over 80 new terms to our Terminology listing, as well as…
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Gardening in Montana · Gardening in Montana can be rewarding but challenging. The state has six gardening zones, each with different climates and planting conditions. Some plants that thrive in Montana are alpine wildflowers, desert cacti, vegetables, herbs, and berries. The best time to plant in Montana depends on your zone and the type…
Gardening in Utah · Utah has different planting zones that range from 4a to 9a, depending on the region. The state has a diverse climate that varies from mountainous to desert. Gardeners need to choose plants that are suitable for their zone and microclimate. Some of the best plants for Utah are cool season…
Gardening in Nevada · Nevada has different planting zones that range from 4a to 10a, depending on the region. The state has a diverse climate that varies from desert to mountainous. Gardeners need to choose plants that are suitable for their zone and microclimate. Some of the best plants for Nevada are cool season…
Gardening in California · California has different planting zones that range from 5a to 11a, depending on the region. The state has a diverse climate that varies from Mediterranean to desert to mountainous. Gardeners need to choose plants that are suitable for their zone and microclimate. Some of the best plants for California are…
Gardening in Oregon · Oregon has different planting zones that range from 4a to 9b, depending on the region. The western half of the state has a mild and wet climate, while the eastern half has a colder and drier climate. Gardeners need to choose plants that are suitable for their zone and microclimate.…
Jodie from Texas asks, "I am in my 50s and… · James from Oregon responds, "This can vary based on your hardiness zone and soil, as well as the amount of time you have to tend your crops; but there are many fruits and vegetables which are fairly simple to grow and will yield your family with tasty harvests. Fruits: Strawberries,…
Eleanor from Oregon asks, Are raised beds supposed to have… · James from Portland, OR Responds We put down chicken wire then put weed fabric on all of the insides of the raised beds, this will prevent molesvoles from getting into your beds. Placing copper tubing around the exterior of your beds will aid in keeping slugs and snails out as…
Spearo from Chesterfield, VA asks, "For the first time this… · Bestofour from Monroe, NC Responds Hi Spearo, and welcome. Usually sweet potatoes are ready to harvest when the leaves and ends of the vines have started turning to yellow, but you can leave them in the ground up until the fall frost. The vines definitely take up a lot of…
Emily asks, "My recipe calls for Cooking Sherry, I have… · Well, Emily, if you have Apple Cider on hand you could use it as a direct replacement, or if using apple cider vinegar, cut the amount to onehalf of what is called for and replace the remainder with water.
Too Many Dogs Asks, "I have several dogs that have… · Tina from California Responds I really cannot think of anything that would compete against dogs; my best suggestion would be to divide the space into two or more yards that you could alternate using to let growth recover. Not a perfect solution, I know. I have a pair of foster…
What is the "What Did I Send" / "What Did… · The "What Did I Send" and "What Did I Receive" boxes are for you to note for both the user and the administration what you sentreceived. The sender will not see your note until you mark that you received your package. The recipient will not see your note until they…
I cannot see the user information! · On a User to User event you'll have access to user information once a user has been assigned to you. On an Organizer event, only the specified event organizer has access to user information. On an open event, all users have access to the address listing. The link for the…
I can't join an event! · There are a couple of things to check: Are you logged into your forum account? You must be logged in to your account on our forums to use the Exchange System. Do you have 50 posts? To join in an event you must have contributed at least 50 posts on…
Who can participate? · In order to participate in an event you must: Be a Member of our Forums. Have at least 50 posts.
Who can see my information? · As the exchange system is meant to share your information, the issue of privacy may arise. Depending on the type of event, your information is available to: User to User Event This type of event is for items like a gift exchange; only User A and User B can…
Heavenly French Toast · For those that think they have a good french toast recipe you need to try this! Ingredients: 2 eggs 1 tbs sugar 2 tbs sour cream pinch cinnamon 2 pieces of white bread Directions: Fry in butter on each side for a few seconds.
Slow Cooker Chai Spiced Applesauce · Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 6 Hours Ready In: 6 Hours and 15 Minutes This Chai Spiced Applesauce is awesome sauce; it is packed with the scrumptious flavors of fall, and it is incredibly easy to make! Ingredients: 8 lbs of apples peeled cored and cut into large…
Pasta Primavera · Prep Time: 10 Min Cook Time: 20 Min Ready In: 30 Min Servings: 12 Ingredients: 3 8 ounce packages dry pasta 34 cup margarine 3 envelopes dry vegetable soup mix 1 tablespoon and 112 teaspoons allpurpose flour 412 cups milk 14 cup and 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Directions: Bring…
Lasagna · Prep Time: 30 Min Cook Time: 2 Hrs 30 Min Ready In: 3 Hrs 15 Min Servings: 12 Ingredients: 1 pound sweet Italian sausage 34 pound lean ground beef 12 cup minced onion 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes 2 6 ounce cans tomato paste 2…
James' Kicken Teriyaki Sauce · Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons Corn Starch 2 Tablespoons Cold Water 1 Cup White Sugar 1 Cup Soy Sauce 12 Cup Cider Vinegar 2 Cloves Garlic, minced 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger 12 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Directions: In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the cornstarch, cold water, sugar, soy sauce,…
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Water Wiggler Water Fountain Agitator · Title: Water Wiggler Water Fountain Agitator Price: 31.60 Description: Attract birds, not mosquitoes, to your backyard birdbath Creates continuous ripples in water that prevents mosquitoes from laying eggs Runs silently on 2 D batteries sold separately Casts soft glow of rainbow colors after dark for an eyecatching appearance 6month warranty…
How to Survive a Garden Gnome Attack: Defend Yourself When… · There's a new threat in town, and it's only twelve inches tall. How to Survive a Garden Gnome Attack is the only comprehensive survival guide that will help you prevent, prepare for, and ward off an imminent home invasion by the common garden gnome. Once thought of as harmless yard…
Handmade Swedish Tomte, Santa - Scandinavian Gnome Plush · HANDCRAFTED AND SCANDINAVIAN DESIGNED Gnome, also known as a Tomte or Nisse, is originally designed by Swedish artist. Each one is individually handmade with lots of love! HOLIDAY GIFTS The adorable plush gnome is traditionalist and perfect for spreading holiday spirit. He would be the festive addition…
Raised-Bed Vegetable Gardening Made Simple · Framed raised beds and a modular approach to growing vegetables means more production in less space and with less work. Whether you live in a small city apartment or on a large country estate, youll find something in this book to help with your specific gardening challenges. Nones shows you…
Bird Quest 18" Super Twirl Spiral and Twirl a Squirrel… · Patented spiral perch attracts more birds and allows more birds to feed TwirlaSquirrel feature is safe does not harm birds or squirrels Squirrel's weight on feeder activates a motor which gently twirls him off! No need to purchase "special batteries" operates on three standard…
Farmhopping · Farmhopping Farm Shopping is the act of purchasing directly from sustainable farms in your area, by putting affordable, high quality food on your table and paying the farmers what they deserve! Farmers can sell to customers directly, and customers can easily fill their baskets with delicious food directly from the…
Bract · Modified leaves growing just below a flower. Often confused with the flower itself.
Cambium · The thin membrane located just beneath the bark of a plant.
Catkin · A slender, spike like, drooping flower cluster.
Chlorophyll · The green pigment in leaves. When present and healthy usually dominates all other pigments.
Rain Garden · Synonymes: bioretention facilities General Features Rain gardens, also called bioretention facilities, are one of a variety of practices designed to increase rain runoff reabsortion by the soil. They can also be used to treat polluted stormwater runoff. Rain gardens are designed landscape sites that reduce the flow rate, total quantity,…
Copper Plant · Botanical Name: Acalypha wilkesiana Some common names for this plant are Copperleaf, Fire Dragon and Jacob's Coat. The copperred foliage is the hallmark of the Copper Plant; however, there are dozens of cultivars, such as: Varieties with leaves streaked, splashed and edged with pink, red, bronze, purple and green. Mooreana…
Coleus Plant · Botanical Name: Coleus blumei or Solenostemon scutellarioides The Coleus plant, also known as the Painted Nettle, is often grown outdoors as an annual because it is frosttender; but it iss easy to grow indoors if you can provide bright light. With its distinctive leaf shapes, intricate patterns, and rich colors…
Coffee Plant · Botanical Name: Coffea arabica The coffee plant is the source of the world's most popular breakfast beverage; not many realize, however, that it makes a beautiful house plant that is easy to grow. This member of the Rubiaceae family is one of 90 in the Coffea genus. Coffea arabica is…
Clubmoss · Botanical Name: Selaginella kraussiana Selaginella requires high humidity, so unless you live in the tropics, you'll want to put this plant in a terrarium to keep it lush and green. Its mounding habit is made up of creeping stems that spread quickly across the soil, forming a dense mat of…
 
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