Seasons and Special Occasions
This features seasonal subjects along with holiday and special occasions.
Gift Ideas 
Here are some gift ideas that would appeal to gardeners. 2008 Calendars and Almanacs for Gardeners 
Calendars and almanacs make great gardening gifts. Here are some that will be of interest. A New Garden Season
Certain colors are traditionally associated with each of the seasons. Fall has always been thought of as the harvest season,and the colors of autumn reflect that. A Traditional Christmas Tree
A real Christmas tree beats an artificial one hands down whether you buy a cut tree or a live tree to plant in the landscape after Christmas. Affordable Holiday Gifts for 2006
Withthe cost of so many things going up in 2006, itīs nice to know there are still affordable, tasteful holiday gifts. Here are some ideas for the holiday season. All Hallow's Eve or Halloween
Whatever you choose to call this holiday, itīs become a fun-filled time. A recent survey found that over 60% of people plan to celebrate. On the average, each consumer is expected to spend around $45. Arm Chair Travel for Gardeners
My favorite time for travel is normally the spring and fall. During those periods, temperatures tend to be comfortable and lots of things are in bloom. Banish the Late Winter Blahs
The weeks of late winter seem to just drag on. This can be especially trying for gardeners. Weīre eager to get started on those landscaping projects. Meanwhile, here are some tips on weathering the winter blahs. Banish Winter Blahs
The winter blahs arenīt inevitable. Gardeners can find a number of ways to cope. Books for Holiday Giving
For many people on your shopping list, the perfect gift may be a book on their favorite subject. When choosing a book, it is easy enough to find that special title of interest. And matching the book's price to your budjet isn't really a problem. Books for Orchid Lovers
Orchids have become very trendy plants in recent years. So here are some gift books that would be great holiday gifts for gardeners. Celebrate With Holiday Plants
Nothing says Christmas like the pungent smell of pine resin. But quite a few flowering plants are also associated with the holidays. Depending on the species, these can be used indoors or outdoors for seasonal interest. Celebrating Home Book Review
Decorating shouldnīt be reserved for Christmas. Whatever the occasion, "Celebrating Home" is the essential guide to seasonal and holiday decorating. Chase Away the Winter Blahs
You don't have to put up with the winter blahs. Here are some things that can help chase them away. Choosing a Christmas Tree
When it comes to choosing a real Christmas trees, you'll find there are many kinds available. Some of these are available as live trees that you can plant in the landscape after the holiday. Decorating for the Holidays
There is any number of ways to decorate for the holidays using greenery and other plant material from the garden. Decorating for the Holidays
Holiday plants play a crucial role during Christmas. Gardeners can find many ways to use the plants as well as their images as part of their holiday decorating scheme. Early Christmas Shopping
The dog days of summer offer a good opportunity to start those garden craft projects you want to use for holiday gifts and shop for early gardening related gifts. Fall Gardening Chores
Fall is a busy time for the landscape. Itīs one of the best times for planting in many areas. Fall is a New Season
Spruce up the landscape for fall. A great place to start is with those container plantings. Fall is the Best Time for Planting
Though spring is the time we associate with planting our landscapes, fall is really the best of all. The plants get off to a better start than they do in the spring. Fall Planting of Evergreens
As fall approaches, it will bring cooler temperatures. This means it will be a great time for planting most evergreens. There are fewer heat-related stress problems on transplants during this time. They will need less watering than spring transplanted ones. Father's Day Gifts
So far as spending is concerned, Mother's Day and Father's Day are about equal. Most people will spend around $100 for gifts. Flowers for Fall
Something old or something new. Which do you prefer when it comes to fall-blooming plants? Some like the old reliables, the tried and the true ones. Among these would be the mums, pansies, ornamental cabbage and kale, and a few others. Garden Activities for Fall
Fall is finally here, bringing a new season to the garden. Garden Books for Your Holiday Shopping List
This year simplify your holiday shopping by giving garden books as gifts. Here are some recommended titles. Garden Quilt Books
Any time of the year is great for starting those garden quilt projects. Here are some books that will inspire gardeners. Garden Travel Books
Though the dog days of summer arenīt a great time for gardening, this is a perfect opportunity to begin planning those fall garden tours. Here are some books that will help. Gardening Gifts
With weeks to go before Christmas, now is the time to begin shopping for those gardening gifts. Gardeners prefer useful items, such as the following. Gardening Gifts for Mother's Day 2008
Show your mom you care with very special gardening gifts. Getting Ready for Spring
Weeks before the last frost of the spring, Iīm eager to get things planted. Yet I donīt feel safe in refurbishing the whole landscape with new bedding plants and the like. The solution is to get all the windowboxes and container gardens ready to go. Gift Basket Book Review
With Motherīs day coming soon, this is an excellent time to begin setting aside gardening items for a gift basket for your mom. Now thereīs a book that will help you create a perfect gift. Gift Books for Bird Lovers
Gardening and bird watching go together like peanut butter and jelly. So here are some bird books for those bird lovers on your holiday shopping list. Gift Ideas for Mother's Day
With Motherīs day being one of the most important holidays of the year, here are some gift ideas. Gifts for Gardeners 2006
For 2006, itīs easier than ever to find suitable gifts for gardeners. Gardening kits like the one described below are ideal. Gifts for Gardeners 2007
Shopping for gardening gifts is so easy. These folks like practical and inspirational items. Gifts for Mother's Day
Nowīs the time to begin thinking about those gifts for Motherīs Day. In 2004, consumers spent around $100 with over a third of that going towards flowers and plants. Hand Crafted Gifts for Gardeners
If you want to give something different to those gardeners on your holiday shopping list, create one-of-a-kind gifts. Here are some craft books featuring projects with floral and gardening motifs. Handcrafted Holiday Gifts
Give the gift of gardening by creating handcrafted holiday gifts with garden themes for those on your shopping list. Handmade Gifts
When youīre seeking shelter from the heat and humidity of dog days, begin creating handmade holiday gifts for loved ones. Holiday Gift Books for Gardeners
There are so many garden books that are suitable as holiday gifts. Here are just a few titles to consider for that gardener on your list. Holiday Decorating Book Reviews
For those needing ideas for holiday decorating this year, here are some wonderful books from Oxmoor House that will make it so easy. Holiday Decorations Indoors and Outdoors
Holidays are for our enjoyment. Decorate both indoors and out with all sorts of greenery and garden materials. Holiday Gift Ideas for Gardeners
Gardeners like useful gifts they can use throughout the yeaer. Herea are some suggestions. Holiday Gifts for Gardeners
For many people, shopping for holiday gifts is a real chore. Luckily gardeners are very easy to please. There are many handmade and other items they would love to receive. Holiday Guide Book Review
If you need ideas for holiday decorating, holiday gifts or yummy holiday recipes, "Gooseberry Patch Christmas 10th anniversary has the answer. This hoiday guide was released by Leisure Arts. Holiday Plants
Celebrate the holidays in style. Christmas decorations are an important part of that. One quick and easy way to decorat is with holiday plants. Holiday Plants and Their Stories
During the winter months the landscape is transformed with the use of holiday plants. Here are the stories behind their use. Jump Into Fall
Nothing ever stays the same,and thatīs a good thing. By the time weīre weary of the summer heat and humidity, fall is just around the corner. Landscaping for Winter Interest
With proper planning, our landscapes can provide four seasons of interest. Here are a few tips on planning winter gardens. Landscaping Related Gifts for Mother's Day
Shopping for Motherīs Day has never been easier. When your mom is a gardener, there are so many suitable gifts. Late Summer Garden-Related Activities
The dog days of late summer are a trying time for gardeners. Hot, muggy weather makes it hard to keep up on garden chores. So, wait until fall for those big projects. Meanwhile, here are some garden-related activities you can do indoors. Living Christmas Trees
If youīre tired of cut Christmas trees and canīt bear the sight of artificial ones, try a living Christmas tree. No Title
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For most people the holiday season really begins when they buy their Christmas tree whether it is a cut or a live tree to be planted later in the landscape. Seasonal Decorations with Holiday Plants
Christmas is a wonderful time to be a gardener because so many plants are associated with this holiday. Some Craft Books for Gardeners
Winter is a trying time for gardeners. Use this opportunity to start those garden-related craft projects. Here are some excellent books. Some Craft Books with Gardening Projects
Nothing says you care as much as a handmade gift. When someone on your holiday shopping list is a gardener, handmade craft items with garden themes make very good gifts. Here are a few books to get you going. Some Excellent Garden Gift Books
With the holidays being such a stressful time, simply your gift shopping by giving books. Gardening books make great gifts. Some Foolproof Landscape Gifts
If youīre looking for some affordable items to use as last minute gifts, here are some foolproof landscape and garden-related ideas. Some Gardening Books for Holiday Gifts
Whether you need stocking stuffers or hostess gifts during the holidays for gardeners on your shopping list, books are an excellent choice. Here are some gift books for holiday giving. Some Gifts for Gardeners
For the most part, gardeners prefer practical holiday gifts. Here are some affordable gifts that wonīt break your budget. Some Holiday Gifts for Gardeners
Give heartfelt gifts those gardeners will appreciate. There are suitable ideas whethery they garden indoors or out. Some Quilt Books for Gardeners
Garden quilts are eye candy. They bring the beauty of gardens indoors for gardeners to enjoy throughout the year. Here are some inspiring books with garden quilt projects. Special Books for Garden Gifts
If youīre looking for a really outstanding holiday gift for that special gardener on your shopping list, here are some suitable books for garden gifts. Spring Gardening
Spring is a time of renewal. Before the last frost, we can plant cool season spring-flowering annuals to provide color in the landscape. The Best Season
Fall really can be the best season in the landscape. I prefer it to spring because during the spring there is always such a rush to get everything done. And the vibrant colors of autumn are certainly as enjoyable as the early show of spring flowers. The Lodgepole Pine and other Kinds of Christmas Trees
From the lodgepole pine to the white pine, our landscapes offer all sorts of plants that can be used as Christmas trees. The Story of Fall Foliage
The foliage of trees and shrubs begin to change color during the fall from their mostly greens to a range of colors from oranges and reds to golds. The Versatile Pumpkin
Fall wouldnīt be complete without pumpkins. These are one versatile vegetable. Valentine's Gift for Gardeners
Despite the economic downtown, there are many affordable Valentineīs gifts for gardeners. Weathering the Dog Days of Summer-Part I
The dog days of summer seem to have arrived early this year. Short of moving to Alaska or other cooler areas, what can we do to keep our sanity? This is Part I of a two-part series. Weathering the Dog Days of Summer-Part II
This is the final article of a two-part series on weathering the dog days of summer.
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