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ALL ABOUT PLANTS
	2006 New Plants Everybody likes to get new clothes, a new haircut, even a new car. But what really get's a gardener’s heart beating, mouth watering and eyes popping are new plants! 2006 New Plants.............$3.95 click for more
	Nasturtiums Bright, perky, easy to grow and even edible — what more could any gardener want from a plant? Nasturtiums.............$2.95 click for more
	Tiny Treasures Cram more flowers into your garden when you grow these beautiful dwarf perennials. Tiny Treasures.............$2.95 click for more
	Daphne With beautiful flowers and intoxicating fragrance, this shrub is a must-have plant. Daphne.............$2.95 click for more
	Foam Flowers No garden is too small for this shade-tolerant perennial, and there are lots of gorgeous cultivars to choose from. Foam Flowers.............$2.95 click for more
	Mountain Laurel Everything you need to know to keep these tiny charmers healthy and blooming all summer long. Mountain Laurel.............$2.95 click for more
	Miniature Roses Everything you need to know to keep these tiny charmers healthy and blooming all summer long. Miniature Roses.............$2.95 click for more
	Turn up the heat with Orange Be bold! Learn how you can warm up your garden with this hot color. Turn up the heat with Orange.............$2.95 click for more
	Snap Dragons There aren’t many plants with the long-lasting impact of snapdragons. If you want to know how to keep the show going, we’ll help you. Snap Dragons.............$2.95 click for more
	Shade Annuals Sometimes it’s hard to find colorful shade plants. Luckily, there are more choices than ever. Meet 7 stunning options. Shade Annuals.............$2.95 click for more
	Torch Lily If ever there was a plant with an identity crisis, it’s torch lily. Botanically, it’s Kniphofia (nih-FOH-fee-a), but for years it was known as Tritoma. In fact, you’ll still find it listed under that name occasionally. And common names? There are plenty of those, too: Torch lily, red-hot poker, poker plant. Whatever you call it, this is a striking perennial. Torch Lily.............$2.95 click for more
	Fritillarias After a day spent carefully planting bulbs, there’s nothing more disheartening than seeing those treasures laying on the soil half-eaten the next morning. The culprits? Squirrels. If you’ve ever fought the “battle of the bulb” with those pesky squirrels, you know what I mean. So what can you do? Plant Fritillarias! Let us show you all the different types you can grow and exactly how to get the most out of them. There are varieties for sun and shade too! Fritillarias.............$3.95 click for more
	'Rubra' Astrantia Looking for some unusual flowers to spruce up your garden? Try ‘Rubra’ astrantia.The flowers last a long time in the garden and in a vase. 'Rubra' Astrantia.............$2.95 click for more
	White Fringetree Once thought to be hardy only in its native Southern states white fringetree actually grows as far as northern zone 5. White Fringetree.............$2.95 click for more information
	10 Summer-Blooming Shrubs Do you sometimes feel that once the first exuberance of spring is over, your garden gets the blahs? Don’t despair — summer-blooming shrubs offer color and fragrance through the hottest weather. 10 Summer-Blooming Shrubs.............$4.95 click for more information
	10 Low-Growing Bellflowers Every garden has a spot where nothing seems to thrive. One of these 10 low-growing, long-blooming bellflowers might just be the answer. 10 Low-Growing Bellflowers.............$4.95 click for more information
	Marigolds These easy-to-grow annuals will brighten up any summer garden. We'll show you how to grow them from start to finish. Marigolds.............$6.95 click for more information
	Bearded Irises With an amazing range of sizes and colors, these tough, easy-care favorites brighten any garden. Bearded Irises.............$8.95 click for more information
	Miniature Roses Everything you need to know to keep these tiny charmers healthy and blooming all summer long. Miniature Roses.............$4.95 click for more information
	10 Summer Showstoppers We'll turn the spotlight on our favorite summer-blooming bulbs and show you how to make yours shine. 10 Summer Showstoppers.............$6.95 click for more information
	Zonal Geraniums They're bright. They're beautiful. And these plants with fantastic colors and leaf markings are not your grandmother's red geraniums. Zonal Geraniums.............$6.95 click for more information
	New Plants for 2005 Take a look at Garden Gate's top picks for new plants, 2005. New Plants for 2005.............$6.95 click for more information
	10 Clay-Loving Plants Grow plants that thrive in clay soil — you'll have a beautiful garden and keep a healthy back! 10 Clay-Loving Plants.............$6.95 click for more information
	Calla Lilies Let us show you what you need to know to grow picture-perfect calla lilies in your own garden. Calla Lilies.............$4.95 click for more information
	Black Flowers These 6 flowers are more than curiosities. We'll show you how to use them to create great color effects. Black Flowers.............$4.95 click for more information
	Garden Gate's Top Picks - 10 Heirloom Annuals What do gardeners who like history do? Grow plants with roots! Historical roots, that is. And with such a wide variety of color, shape, fragrance and history, annuals are the perfect place to get started. 10 Heirloom Annuals.............$6.95 click for more information
	Acid Lovers Not all perennials like the same soil pH. Here are 14 favorites and how to amend your soil to keep them growing healthy. Acid Lovers.............$4.95 click for more information
	Ornamental Berries Dress up your summer and fall garden with jewel-toned berries, from red and purple to black and white. Ornamental Berries.............$4.95 click for more information
	Graceful Giants Grow the big grasses. You won't be sorry when you see their drama, movement, and fall and winter form. Graceful Giants.............$4.95 click for more information
	Gaura Long-blooming, drought-tolerant and easy care are three terms that fit this perennial perfectly. Gaura.............$2.95 click for more information
	Cut-Flower Gardens Create gardens that offer flowers for bouquets in every season. This article tells you how. Cut-Flower Gardens.............$3.95 click for more information
	Bird-Friendly Gardens We have a new acticle to help you get double duty from your garden with beautiful plants that enhance the landscape and help the birds. Bird-Friendly Gardens.............$3.95 click for more information
	Create a Hummingbird Haven We'll show you how to attract these beautiful birds to your garden, and keep them around all summer! Plus, our hummingbird field guide will help you identify six of the more common ones. Create a Hummingbird Haven.............$5.95 click for more information
	Cannas Catch a cool heat wave with these tropical giants. Cannas.............$2.95 click for more information
	Lavender It makes good "scents" to grow this old-fashioned herb. Plus: How to make a fragrant lavender wand. Lavender.............$3.95 click for more information
	Lilies An explosion of summer color and fragrance. Bonus: Lively lily garden plan. Lilies.............$6.95 click for more information
	Lupines Bold blooms that grab attention. Lupines.............$3.95 click for more information
	Petunias Intriguing new trends in a classic garden favorite. Petunias.............$3.95 click for more information
	Tuberous Begonias An explosion of color from summer through fall. Bonus: Windowbox planting plan. Tuberous Begonias.............$3.95 click for more information
	Tulips There's always room for a few more tulip bulbs! Bonus: Two garden plans. Tulips.............$5.95 click for more information
	Variegated Foliage Design like a pro with these versatile plants. Variegated Foliage.............$3.95 click for more information
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BASICS
	Divine Combinations It’s true. Vertical gardening is one way to expand your garden without buying the lot next door. In fact, maybe you already have a few vines scattered around. But did you know that two or more vines climbing on the same support have even more benefits? They extend a space’s bloom season, create great-looking plant combinations, fluff up sparse stems and even achieve some whimsical effects. Let me explain how. Divine Combinations.............$3.95 click for more information
	How To Grow Dahlias From Seed Dahlias brighten any garden with their colorful, long-lasting flowers. And did you know they’re easy to start from seed? It’s a great way to get a lot of plants with a small investment, and if you can save your own seeds, so much the better. How To Grow Dahlias From Seed.............$3.95 click for more information
	Grass Seed Think of your lawn as a frame and your house and garden as a painting. You can have a nice painting without a frame, but the right frame elevates a picture a cut above the rest. A good lawn, or frame, starts with the seed. Grass Seed.............$3.95 click for more information
	Just Add Water - Four Recipes for Lush Container Gardens When summer temperatures reach the high 90s, you’re likely looking for a tall glass of lemonade and a spot in the shade. But what else can you do to cool off? Add water — a water garden, that is. It doesn’t have to be large — even a small pool is enough to make things seem cooler. Just Add Water.............$3.95 click for more information
	Deadheading How-To When and how do I deadhead each plant? We share what we’ve learned over the years. We’ll talk about why we deadhead and then we give you the detailed scoop on 44 individual plants. Deadheading How-To.............$3.95 click for more information
	No-fear Rose Pruning Think pruning roses is complex? It doesn't have to be. Let us show you some simple techniques. No-fear Rose Pruning.............$4.95 click for more information
	Cloches Fall just comes too early. And spring can never arrive soon enough. Cloches are the answer to stretching out both ends of the gardening season. Cloches.............$3.95 click for more information
	Dealing with Deer Deer populations, once hunted to near extinction, are rebounding to their highest levels ever. Know the best way to stop deer and learn which plants deer avoid. Photo © David McClure Dealing with Deer.............$2.95 click for more information
	Bypass Pruners They're a must-have tool for every gardener. We'll compare 6 models for comfort and performance. Bypass Pruners............$2.95 click for more information
	Mail Order In a matter of days, a whole world of plants can be on your doorstep. Here are a few tips that will help you navigate the waters of ordering seeds and plants from catalogs. Mail Order............$2.95 click for more information
	Simple Layering This time-tested technique will have you propagating woody plant like a pro. Simple Layering............$2.95 click for more information
	All About Weeds Want to cut down on your garden chores? Find out the most efficient ways to control weeds. All About Weeds............$3.95 click for more information
	Weed Alert! Looking at a garden full of weeds can be overwhelming. But once you identify these 16 garden intruders and how to banish them, you can plan your strategy and reap the rewards of a clean garden. Weed Alert!............$3.95 click for more information
	Lawn Care Q&A We answer your questions about maintaining a healthy and beautiful lawn. Lawn Care Q&A............$3.95 click for more information
	Pruning Trees Late winter and early spring are the times to get your trees in shape with pruning. Let our tips make your task easier. Pruning Trees............$3.95 click for more information
	Mower Clinic 10 steps to a clean machine. Mower Clinic............$3.95 click for more information
	Wheelbarrows Form follows function when it comes to wheelbarrows. We test the classics and some new designs to find the best tool for your garden chores. Wheelbarrows.............$3.95 click for more information
	The Well-Groomed Hedge Maintaining a formal hedge isn’t difficult if you follow our step-by-step guide, from planting to pruning to rejuvenating. The Well-Groomed Hedge.............$3.95 click for more information
	Winterize Your Trees and Shrubs Help your valuable trees and shrubs get ready for the winter. Winterize Your Trees and Shrubs...........$3.95 click for more information
	All About Mulch A simple way to nurture a healthy garden. All About Mulch.............$3.95 click for more information
	Perennials Galore Multiply your perennials by taking cuttings. Perennials Galore.............$3.95 click for more information
	Dividing Bulbs How to make more of your favorite plants. Dividing Bulbs.............$2.95 click for more information
	Forcing Bulbs Want to know the secrets to getting bulbs to bloom indoors weeks before they flower outside? Here's how it's done. Forcing Bulbs.............$4.95 click for more information
	Starting Seeds Get a jump on the spring with these great tips on starting your garden seeds indoors. Starting Seeds.............$3.95 click for more information
	Repotting Houseplants We'll walk you through the process of giving your houseplants more room to grow. Repotting Houseplants.............$2.95 click for more information
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DESIGN
	Stone Accents Early on, rocks made great tools. Fortunately for us, we can now buy our tools and use the rocks to beautify our gardens. But how do you choose which stones and boulders to use? And where do you put them? If these questions weigh heavily on your mind, read on and I’ll share all sorts of rock insights to ease your load. Stone Accents............$2.95 click for more information
	3 Foolproof Garden Recipes See how considering plant forms really makes a difference as you’re planning a beautiful garden. 3 Recipes............$4.95 click for more information
	Window Dressings Here are 4 knockout designs that bring the garden right up to your window. Window Dressings............$4.95 click for more information
	Herbal Tea Garden How to grow, harvest, dry and brew some of the best tea herbs nature has to offer. Herbal Tea Garden............$4.95 click for more information
	Border Showoffs We'll share 4 ways to enjoy a new garden trend that's sure to perk up your perennial border. Border Showoffs............$2.95 click for more information
	Focal Points and Accents Whether it's a waterfall, garden ornament, bench, or arbor, every successful garden design needs an element to catch the eye. In this article, we give you lots of ideas and show you how to add interest to your garden views. Focal Points and Accents.............$3.95 click for more information
	A Friendly Approach We'll share a few secrets to a showstopping entrance garden, from choosing a style, to using hardscaping and planning for maintenance. A Friendly Approach.............$3.95 click for more information
	Growing Great Containers Make your life easier: Use one of our seven designs to jump-start your patio this summer. Growing Great Containers.............$5.95 click for more information
	Peaceful Places When the day is hectic and you want some time to yourself, head out to your garden. We'll share some tips to make it a calming place. Peaceful Places.............$3.95 click for more information
	Backyard Makeover Have you ever dreamed of having a total makeover? A new wardrobe would be nice, but a garden... now you're talking! In this article we show you how to take stock and have the backyards of your dreams! Backyard Makeover.............$3.95 click for more information
	Japanese Zen Gardens The whole idea of a Japanese Zen garden is to offer a place where you can think quietly. In this article we give you several ideas on how to invite tranquility into your garden. Japanese Zen Gardens.............$4.95 click for more information
	Shaping Garden Beds Make the best use of your garden's space. Shaping Garden Beds.............$3.95 click for more information
	Site Analysis Great Landscapes start with a thorough inventory of the site. We'll take you through this important first step of a garden design project. Site Analysis.............$3.95 click for more information
	Master Planning the Garden The most fun part of garden design is the planning. We'll show you how to sort through all your family's wants and needs to come up with a great master plan for your garden. Master Planning the Garden.............$3.95 click for more information
	Garden by Design Great gardens rarely just happen. They come from following a few simple steps. In this article we show you how to bring your site analysis, and your family's want and needs together to plan the perfect landscape. Garden by Design.............$3.95 click for more information
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PROJECTS
	Build your own retaining wall One way to help control a small slope is with a drystack retaining wall, so called because it’s built by stacking up flat stones without using mortar. Here's how to build one yourself. build your own retaining wall.............$1.95 click for more
	Save Your Summer Bulbs Every winter, down in the dark, spidery depths of my basement, there’s a beautiful garden of tender bulbs...sleeping peacefully in a box. They’re waiting for spring, when I’ll replant them for another season of tropical color. For those of us who don’t garden in zone 8 or warmer, most of the plants in “The Keepers,” below, just won’t make it through the winter outside. But I hate to buy new ones every year. So I save them. Here’s how: Save Your Summer Bulbs.............$2.95 click for more information
	Drying Flowers Because it’s hard to say goodbye when a plant is finished blooming, I’ll show you ways you can dry what’s blooming now, so your flowers will last for months or even years. Drying Flowers.............$2.95 click for more information
	Bamboo Trellis With bamboo, twine and simple knots, you can create sturdy trellises. Bamboo Trellis.............$2.95 click for more information
	Sand-Cast a Birdbath A weekend birdbath project in 5 simple steps. Birdbath.............$2.95 click for more information
	Step Styles Steps not only provide safe paths up and down hillsides, but they can make a landscape more useful and beautiful. In this article we show you several options for designing steps into your landscape! Step Styles.............$2.95 click for more information
	Build a Compost Bin in a Day A simple and attractive compost bin makes good sense and good public relations. Here's an article that shows you how to build one in a day! Build a Compost Bin in a Day.............$2.95 click for more information
	Pergolas A pergola can be a focal point for your garden, frame views, and provide a bit of welcome shade. This article shows you how to add one to your garden! Pergolas.............$4.95 click for more information
	Copper Garden Tower Here's a beautiful garden tower you can build yourself in a day from easy-to-find materials. This article shows you how! Copper Garden Tower.............$2.95 click for more information
	Install a Micro-Irrigation System When it comes to watering your garden, “slow and steady” is the way to go. And nothing is better at maintaining a slow, steady delivery of water to your plants than a micro-irrigation system. Micro-Irrigation.............$3.95 click for more information
	Waterfall in a Weekend Build your own relaxing garden water feature in seven easy steps. Waterfall in a Weekend.............$2.95 click for more information
	Garden Walls Garden walls are a practical and beautiful garden tradition. This article looks at several types of walls and shows you how to build a dry-stack stone wall. Garden Walls.............$4.95 click for more information
	Step by Step Create your own garden steppers. Step by Step.............$2.95 click for more information
	Garden Walkway Planning to add a walkway or patio? Pre-cast concrete squares and pressure-treated lumber are the stepping stones to success.. Garden Walkway.............$5.95 click for more information
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EDIBLES
	Eggplant Create a simple space for turning garden waste into garden gold. Eggplant.............$2.95 click for more information
	Asparagus Easy to grow, delicious and decorative, asparagus deserves a place in your garden. Here's how to start your own asparagus patch. Asparagus.............$2.95 click for more information
	Hot Potatoes! You may have enjoyed some of these specialty spuds in fancy restaurants. Here's how to grow your own colorful potatoes. Hot Potatoes!.............$2.95 click for more information
	Raspberries Grow your own summertime treat. Know how to plant, prune and trellis, and read about common pests. BONUS: This article includes a raspberry trellis plan. Raspberries.............$5.95 click for more information
	Beets We'll show you eight beet varieties to try, plus you'll learn step by step how to grow these tasty roots. BONUS: A free recipe for a great roasted beet salad! Beets.............$3.95 click for more information
	Carrots We'll introduce you to seven varieties you can grow, plus show you four steps to foolproof carrots. Carrots.............$3.95 click for more information
	Rhubarb We'll introduce you to seven rhubarb varieties and show you the best way to plant this perennial crop. Rhubarb.............$2.95 click for more information
	Tomatoes Learn expert tips on growing your own bumper crop. We'll introduce you to seven varieties, plus you'll get the results of our taste test. Tomatoes.............$3.95 click for more information
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