Tag: flowers
group name: houseandgarden
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August 27, 2007 09:17 AM EDT --
Thinking Ahead
Hanging baskets have to be planned for in advance. Although it is possible to buy plants in flower for instant impact, this is an expensive option and the flowers are likely to be short . . . more
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April 21, 2007 03:54 PM EDT --
Well, the sun finally came out, and the snow melted. This morning looked like a perfect day for a little road trip, so we ended up at the Brattleboro Food Co-op, in Brattleboro, Vt. And what a foodie . . . more
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September 01, 2007 01:36 PM EDT --
Owing to the large diversity in the Orchidaceae family, Orchid flowers are present in nature is varied shapes, sizes and colors. In fact, Orchid family occupies a place of pride in the plant kingdom for . . . more
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May 04, 2008 12:12 PM EDT --
We had some much needed rain yesterday. I went out and captured the beauty of some of the flowers in my yard.
I did very little editing. I'll let the photos do the talking.
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September 01, 2007 01:36 PM EDT --
To be the proud possessor of a blooming Orchid plant, you have to familiarize yourself completely with the perfect growing environment for your Orchids. Orchids require adequate air movement and moisture . . . more
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September 01, 2007 01:36 PM EDT --
If you are an Orchid enthusiast, then attending an Orchid show is the best means of acquainting yourself to the numerous varieties of Orchid flowers and to gain knowledge about the appropriate growing . . . more
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September 01, 2007 05:37 PM EDT --
If you ever happen to find yourself wandering in the desert for forty years, a cactus can come in handy. Cacti can retain significant amounts of water and can be used to save the life of someone dying . . . more
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September 01, 2007 05:37 PM EDT --
The orchid remains one of the more popular flowers among gardeners and flower enthusiasts the world over. One of the reasons for this immense popularity lies in the fact that there are so many varied species . . . more
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September 01, 2007 05:37 PM EDT --
It has been said that a plant is only as good as the soil in which it grows from. This observation is a fairly sagacious one, as no plant could survive in soil that is not conducive to the well being of . . . more
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October 07, 2007 03:03 PM EDT --
The purple orchid seems to be one of the more popular orchids in the world today. Perhaps it is because the color purple has special significance in world culture. Purple was, of course, the color of vestments . . . more
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April 23, 2007 04:16 PM EDT --
I promised to create a photo collage of flower pics submitted by members of Your Favorite Pics. Only one problem; there were so many fabulous choices, I went a little crazy. I . . . more
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June 18, 2007 07:43 PM EDT --
I made a coconut Bundt cake today for someone who didn't want frosting or icing, so I found a tiny glass vase, filled it with water, and fashioned a tussie-mussie from a walk around the herb . . . more
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June 07, 2008 02:21 PM EDT --
Things change so quickly in the garden this time of year. The lilacs are done, the irises are peaking. The early peonies are in full bloom and the later ones are just coming along. Of course, the 90 . . . more
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December 28, 2006 01:45 PM EST --
Walkways give a finishing touch to a garden. Depending on their design, they can visually unify or divide a garden and invite visitors to follow wherever they lead. A well-built, well-
designed walkway . . . more
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June 06, 2008 11:33 AM EDT --
Every year for about 4-6 weeks, our royal Poinciana tree is the envy of the neighborhood.
This year it is my pleasure to share it's magnificent beauty with all my gather friends.
Enjoy! . . . more
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March 09, 2008 01:18 PM EDT --
How do I grow Kaffir Lilies?
Clivia – (Kaffir Lily) Native of South Africa, a member of the lily family. Has dark green strap-like leaves that make it a handsome foliage plant when . . . more
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April 03, 2008 06:30 PM EDT --
The snow isn't completely off the yard, though crocus are up and at them. Unfortunately, we are expecting snow tonight and the tulips I planted last year around my weed garden are vigorously . . . more
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December 23, 2006 06:53 AM EST --
The beauty of roses has captured the imagination of all who gaze upon them from the beginning of time to present day. Roses hold a place of honor among gardens around the world and first cultivated in . . . more
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August 30, 2007 05:30 AM EDT --
Dear Gather Friends,
As I was taking a walk a while ago I thought I would like to share my neighborhood with you all. What started out as a simple enough project turned into about ten days of . . . more
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February 16, 2008 06:24 PM EST --
Lunch beside a sunny window
A light repast leaves plenty of room for dessert
Strawberries kissed with wine scented mouths
A sweet memory of a delicious day
Alone with . . . more
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