GARDEN
Brugmansias reward you with patience
I have found that plants with large features always draw the viewers’ attention into the yard or garden. Whether it is the oversized leaves of the elephant ears, Canna bulbs or the Catalpa trees the huge flowers of the dinner-plate dahlias, iris or the snowballs of the Hydrangea bushes, they all attract our attention with their larger-than-life appearance.
By John Zvirovski , August 28, 2010
Arts Park Summer Gardening Series to feature Klett on bees
The next program in the Arts Park Summer Gardening Series garden discussion series is at 7 p.m. Wednesday in the Arts Park. The free program will be by Bill Klett on “Bees and the Importance of Pollination.”August 21, 2010
Fine, hardy fescue grass can create less yard work
Lawn lovers looking to do less yard work might consider converting to fine fescue grass. Proven blends require little or no mowing, scorn fertilizers, defy drought, thrive in shade, remain green through the growing season and provide a comforting cushion for bare feet.By By Dean Fosdick, For The Associated Press , August 21, 2010
Goehring says N.D. gardens doing well 
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — North Dakota Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring is encouraging gardeners around the state to keep local food shelves in mind as they harvest the year's produce.
August 17, 2010
Nohrenberg to speak on perennials at Arts Park gardening series
The next program in the Arts Park Summer Gardening Series garden discussion series is at 7 p.m. Wednesday in the Arts Park.
August 14, 2010
The Dog Days of Summer are finally here
The Dog Days of Summer actually is a period of time from mid-July to early September in the Northern Hemisphere. The Dog Days actually defines a time where the weather becomes hot, humid and stagnant marked by laziness and lack of progress. It also derives itself from the ancient belief that Sirius, or the dog star, is in close proximity to the sun, which in turn supposedly causes the hotter weather.
By John Zvirovski , August 14, 2010
GardenShare expanding at Zion
The GardenShare program of the Zion United Church of Christ in Medina is being expanded this year to include not only surplus garden produce, but also non-perishable food items.
August 13, 2010
Phlox invites the birds and butterflies
One of the most common flowers in the garden is phlox. It has been used in gardens for well over a hundred years and is a staple in our myriad plant selections. The name comes from a Greek term that means flame, thus it was originally known as the flame flower because of its intense, hot colors. Today the phlox comes in numerous hybridized colors from the hot colors of yesteryear to some of today’s soft pastel shades.
By John Zvirovski , August 07, 2010
Rose Garden Club will meet Tuesday
The Prairie Rose Garden Club will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday to tour Joy Neustel’s yard at 1323 Fourth Ave. N.E. Several master gardeners will attend to help answer other questions. The public is free to attend.
August 07, 2010
Iris program set in Arts Park
The next program in the Arts Park Summer Gardening Series garden discussion series is at 7 p.m. Wednesday in the Arts Park.
August 07, 2010
Filmmaker to show healing power of gardens
A piece of East Grand Forks (Minn.) Central Middle School ground will be a part of a Winnipeg-produced television show.
Canadian producer-filmmaker Coleen Rajotte was in East Grand Forks on Friday to produce a segment for “Vitality Gardening,” a program that features information about growing healthy food in a variety of climates and then using it for meals and medicinal purposes.
By By Ann Bailey , Forum Communications Co. , August 02, 2010
Arts Park series set for Wednesday
The next program in the Arts Park Summer Gardening Series garden discussion series is at 7 p.m. Wednesday in the Arts Park.
July 31, 2010
Monarda has quite a history in medicine
Monarda, bee balm, horsemint, oswego tea and bergamot are all familiar names to the generic gardener. These are just some of the names to the plant typically known as monarda. In full bloom right now, you will be amazed at the wonderful burst of color they put forth in your garden along with the strong scent of the leaves when rubbed.
By John Zvirovski , July 31, 2010
Tree-leaf diseases still plague residents
I am continuing to get lots of calls on tree-leaf diseases. Leaves are turning brown, curling, and dropping from ash, oak, maple and other trees. I have had a request to continue this topic, so here it goes. Nobody likes to see their tree shed leaves.
By Lance Brower , July 28, 2010
Impatiens can brighten up a shady location
Impatiens are one of the top 10 best-selling annuals in this country. It doesn’t surprise me in the least, as they are great bloomers for those shady areas in the garden. Not only do they bloom well in the shade, but they are available in a whole array of colors from white, red, pink, lavender, orange, coral and even some bi-colors. It would probably explain why it is such a top-selling annual for gardeners.
July 24, 2010
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