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Filling in the blanks: ground covers thrive where nothing else will grow

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Ground cover can solve many problems in a landscape. These include slowing erosion on steep banks. Around foundations, they help to drain runoff water. They can be grown in shady or too dry areas where ofter plants will not thrive. They are useful for borders and for covering large expanses.

Author: Hill, Lewis, Hill, Nancy
Publisher: Primedia Enterprises, Inc.
Publication Name: Country Journal
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0898-6355
Year: 1998
Gardening, Ground cover plants

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Pointed firs

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There are several varieties of fir suitable for the home landscape. Ten fir seedlings planted each year will ensure a supples of annual greenery for trees and wreaths. Several dwarf varieties such as balsam dwarf, are available. Tips are given of how to grow and shear fir trees for shape.

Author: Hill, Lewis, Hill, Nancy
Publisher: Primedia Enterprises, Inc.
Publication Name: Country Journal
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0898-6355
Year: 1995
Christmas trees, Firs (Plant), Fir

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Oriental pears

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Asian pears can be grown in Zones 5 through 9 and come in several delicious varieties. Tips on selecting, planting, pruning, and controlling pests and diseases are given, along with a discussion of the varieties and their characteristics. A list of sources for cultivars is included.

Author: Hill, Lewis, Hill, Nancy
Publisher: Primedia Enterprises, Inc.
Publication Name: Country Journal
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0898-6355
Year: 1992
Pears, Dwarf plants, Fruit trees, Pear, Dwarf fruit trees

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