This is certainly the season for the pumpkin. As Halloween approaches, the demand for them grows. They are carved into scary faces and lit up. But it is also this time of year where the pumpkin becomes the staple of many dessert feasts. Roasted pumpkin seeds are also a holiday treat.
Carving the pumpkin was brought to America by the Irish. Though the pumpkin wasn't the first medium to have faces carved into it, it was tailor-made for carving. Thus, the pumpkin has gained its fame.
The pumpkin is actually considered a squash and can be treated as such in cooking.
Archives for October 2011
Landscaping List for Fall
by Heather Duchan October 26th, 2011 | Landscaping
As colder weather sets in, there is less and less work to be done in the yard; however, before you abandon all landscaping chores, make sure you do three last things.
1. Mulch. Mulching in the spring and summer aids in weed control and helps retain moisture in the soil. Mulching during fall and winter is also necessary in many areas, but for different reasons. During the colder months of the year, the temperature of the soil will go below freezing and come back up, exposing plants to dangers. A layer of mulch, such as compost, chopped leaves, or wood
1. Mulch. Mulching in the spring and summer aids in weed control and helps retain moisture in the soil. Mulching during fall and winter is also necessary in many areas, but for different reasons. During the colder months of the year, the temperature of the soil will go below freezing and come back up, exposing plants to dangers. A layer of mulch, such as compost, chopped leaves, or wood
Small Space: Window Boxes
by Anna P. October 25th, 2011 | Container Gardening
Window boxes are a savvy solution for gardening in really small spaces, but they're also handy for those who want to grow fresh spices right in their kitchen. A window box provides a spot to keep plants while providing an aesthetically pleasing style.
The first step to creating a fabulous garden right outside your window starts with the perfect window box planter, and unless you live in a relatively dry climate (meaning it doesn't rain much), you would probably fare better with a window box that was made from fiberglass, aluminum, or iron. Once you have found the perfect box,
The first step to creating a fabulous garden right outside your window starts with the perfect window box planter, and unless you live in a relatively dry climate (meaning it doesn't rain much), you would probably fare better with a window box that was made from fiberglass, aluminum, or iron. Once you have found the perfect box,
Growing Daffodils
by Heather Duchan October 21st, 2011 | Flowers
Daffodils are plants that have showy yellow flowers with a central crown that is shaped like a trumpet. These mostly hardy, spring-flowering plants are native to Asia, Africa, and Europe, but are cultivated all over the world. Some people dub these flowers "jonquils." In Europe, they are also known as the "Lent Lily" since they typically bloom during Lent.
Daffodils are probably one of the easiest flowers to grow. These flowers are tolerant of cold weather, but can be grown in most areas of the south as well. Since they have poison in their leaves that ward off insects, they
Daffodils are probably one of the easiest flowers to grow. These flowers are tolerant of cold weather, but can be grown in most areas of the south as well. Since they have poison in their leaves that ward off insects, they
Container Garden Watering Tips
by Heather Duchan October 19th, 2011 | Container Gardening
Watering correctly is important, whether you have planted in the ground or in a container. Most of the plants in our container gardens have come from nurseries and garden centers, where they have become accustomed to regular watering by professionals. Keep these container gardening tips in mind so you can help your potted plants alive as long as possible.
First of all, don't rely on nature to water your container garden for you. It's easy to remember to water plants right after they have been planted, but it's also necessary to continue to water those plants regularly.
Relying on the rain
First of all, don't rely on nature to water your container garden for you. It's easy to remember to water plants right after they have been planted, but it's also necessary to continue to water those plants regularly.
Relying on the rain