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"As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them."
...John Fitzgerald Kennedy
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NEW! FreezePruf developed by Dr. Francko at the University of Alabama is like anti-freeze for your plants. This scientific breakthrough actually improves a healthy plant's cold tolerance by 2 to 9 °F. It's almost like moving your whole garden 200 miles south!
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Be the first person to correctly identify this plant and you'll win a free book
This week's prize
from Schiffer Books:
Kinder Gardens: Growing Inspiration for Children
by Michael Glassman and Lisa Ely
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| Garden Life Sneak Peeks
This week's radio show
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Saturday, November 20
8 - 9 am PST
11am - Noon EST |
Sunday, November 21
8 - 9 am PST
11am - 1pm EST
 If you want to learn about "Oreo" cows and life on a ranch, tune in to hear Donna Cummins from Chappell Hill, Texas. She and her husband own Southern Rose Ranch and she will reveal her delectable cranberry salsa recipe that will be a sure-fire hit for your holiday menu. Check out www.southernroseranch.com to find out more about her special bed and breakfast place. To brighten up the home, Bob Reidmuller from Oasis Water Gardens will talk about the Chrismas cactus or zygocactus.  Opening the second hour will be PJ Ellison, owner of Ellison's Greenhouses, home of the 6-foot tall poinsettias. She will dispel a long-standing urban myth about poinsettias as well as provide a few care tips for this floral symbol of Christmas. And closing out the second hour will be Lance Walheim with a few fruit tree ideas for us. Call Sharon, John, Bryan or any of our guests with your questions at 1-866-606-TALK(8255). |
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A Martini for Paperwhites
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When the cold, dark months of winter keep us from gardening, don't despair. Bring the beauty of the outdoors indoors with pots of fragrant, Narcissus (paperwhites) grown in soil, pebbles, colored glass or marbles...and a shot of vodka?
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DID YOU KNOW?
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 Poinsettias are named after the first U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Joel Poinsett, who introduced the plant in the U.S. in 1825. At present, 85% of all potted plants sold during the winter holidays are poinsettias and the majority are commercially grown in California and Texas. Native to Mexico and Central America, the "true" flowers are actually small, rather inconspicuous yellow clusters located in the center of the colored leaves (bracts). |
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 Succulent Container Gardens: Design Eye-Catching Displays by America's succulent diva, Debra Lee Baldwin, is a must have for any person who enjoys working with plants! With their colorful leaves, sculptural shapes, and simple care, succulents are beautiful yet forgiving plants for pots. If grown in containers, they can be brought indoors in winter, so they can thrive anywhere in the world. Debra Lee's book is a comprehensive primer for creating vibrant, living works of art.
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North Carolinian writer, wildlife gardener and landscape designer, Helen Yoest, will share how to create a beautiful wildlife-friendly garden. For additional information, visit her websites and blogs at 
