February 1, 2025, 6:07am Clark County Life
I have some shrubs that are too crowded. I read that February and March are the best months to plant or move trees and shrubs. Is that really true given our rainy weather? Read story
January 25, 2025, 6:08am Clark County Life
Can I reduce the height of my apple trees so all the fruit is within reach without a ladder? Is this a good time to prune apple and other fruit trees? Read story
January 18, 2025, 6:08am Clark County Life
I would like to start some plants from seed of some of the newer varieties not available in stores. Could you give me some suggestions of how and when to do this? Read story
January 11, 2025, 6:08am Clark County Life
Before I buy new seeds for my garden, is there some way I can test my seeds from last year to see if they are still good? Read story
January 4, 2025, 6:05am Clark County Life
Last week I described the hardy new flowers that can be planted outside as early as April 1. This week’s flowers are more tender to frost and should not be planted outside until early May. Although nasturtium seed is often sown directly outside in early April with expectation that plants… Read story
December 28, 2024, 6:07am Clark County Life
Today I will describe four of the 10 new flowers that have received awards from All-America Selections, the nonprofit testing organization with test gardens throughout North America. The others will be described next week. All four are hardy enough to be planted by early April since they are tolerant to… Read story
December 21, 2024, 6:07am Clark County Life
Five new vegetables have received awards from All-America Selections, a national testing organization with test gardens across North America. Read story
December 14, 2024, 6:05am Clark County Life
I grow several herbs in my vegetable garden. Do you think I could successfully grow some inside in pots in the winter? I have both south and west facing windows. Read story
November 30, 2024, 6:10am Clark County Life
My daughter asked me if she could have cuttings of some of my favorite house plants. She said she could start a new plant from a piece of stem. Could you explain how to do that? Read story
November 23, 2024, 6:08am Clark County Life
Thank you for the article regarding organic gardening in the Nov. 2 Columbian. I was happy to see that. An article on permaculture would be wonderful. I realize that method isn’t for everyone, but it makes for much easier gardening. Read story