Packets of beauty: for a perennial herb and flower garden that is uniquely yours, bypass the nursery and start the plants from seeds

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Planting perennial seeds is not only economical, but brings a sense of accomplishment to the gardener striving for the personal touch in a flower garden. Tips are given on good choices to select for a perennial garden, as well as on germination, handling of seedlings, and second season success.

Methods, Seedlings, Perennials, Perennial plants, Transplanting (Plant culture), Flower gardening, Plant propagation

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Busy winter days

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Suggestions are given on some late fall-early winter activities for the gardener. They include gathering and cracking fallen nuts such as black walnut, and giving poinsettias 14-hours of darkness to rebloom them. Several booklets on gardening resources for specific US areas are mentioned.

Equipment and supplies, Appreciation, Winter, Gardeners

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The perennial Christmas poinsettia

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Poinsettias do not have to be discarded after the Christmas holiday. Tips on preserving from season to season are provided.

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