The primrose path: a beginner's guide to these beloved spring beauties
Article Abstract:
Primroses are found mostly in the gardens of the Northwest, but certain varieties are known to do well in Alaska as well as Arizona. They are easy to grow from seed and require extra humus in their soil to retain water and compost to 'buffer' the necessary pH.
Publication Name: Horticulture, The Magazine of American Gardening
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0018-5329
Year: 1993
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A case for cold frames: extend the gardening season with these convenient tools
Article Abstract:
Cold frames enable cold climate gardeners to shelter seedlings and bulbs during the winter months. The frames are usually unheated boxes with no bottom with a translucent top that can transmit natural light and retain warmth.
Publication Name: Horticulture, The Magazine of American Gardening
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0018-5329
Year: 1993
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Pulmonarias: decorative foliage extends the season of these spring bloomers
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The genus Pulmonaria offers gardeners a plant that can flower as late as Christmas. The lungwort group of this plant can blossom in mid-winter and last until spring. Other varieties bloom in March and last until April.
Publication Name: Horticulture, The Magazine of American Gardening
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0018-5329
Year: 1993
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