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Caring for Orchids
During the winter months many of us retreat indoors to care for houseplants, windowsill herb gardens, and other indoor gardening projects. Among the most popular indoor plants are orchids, but they can be a bit of a challenge to grow. Here are a few tips to help you get started.
How to Recycle Your Christmas Tree
One of the main objections to a real Christmas tree is that it is thrown away after the first use. Some people who want a real tree choose to buy ball and burlap tree and plant it later. However, this will not work for everyone.
Caring for Ball & Burlap Christmas Trees
Buying a potted evergreen to serve both as a Christmas tree and a yard tree is possible, though a bit of a challenge. Most trees do best if they are planted soon after purchase and during the cool months of autumn. But that doesn't stop gardeners from making this plan work just fine.