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Friday, October 29, 2010

Don't Move Firewood by Carol King

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It’s the time of year to curl up by the fire,  great book in hand,  a glass of your favorite wine by your side.  It’s also time to ask your...
Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Growing and Harvesting Lavender by Heirloom Fan

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I am a big fan of growing herbs, and love the scent of lavender but found many of the products made with Lavender very pricey. So my next s...
Monday, October 25, 2010

What do Beer and Slugs Have in Common? By Elaine Lockey

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Hosta with Slug Damage Beer and slugs is a partnership that gardeners have been promoting for ages. For some amazing reason, put out be...
Saturday, October 23, 2010

Harvesting Chili Peppers by Heirloom Fan

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  This time of year, you can find many of the Farmer’s Markets and farm stores roasting chili peppers. The fragrance of these peppers is i...

White House Fall 2010 Kitchen Garden Harvest

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I've been watching for news about the White House garden and here is the latest. Sweet potatoes, herbs, tomatoes and pumpkins were part ...
Friday, October 22, 2010

2010 World Record Giant Pumpkin

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If you were considering trying to grow the world's biggest pumpkin next gardening season,  here's your competition!!
Thursday, October 21, 2010

Jefferson County Master Gardeners Seed Swap by Duane Davidson

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Patti Explains Seed Saving Picnic Lunch About 20 Jeffco Master Gardeners and family members braved a chilly wind last Saturday, Oct...
Monday, October 18, 2010

Put Your Garden to Bed and Tend the Soil!

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"Autumn is always bittersweet for gardeners: We celebrate the end of weeding while simultaneously mourning the end of the harvest....
Saturday, October 16, 2010

Appreciating Pyracantha by Elaine Lockey

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Firethorn, Pyracantha coccinea, is one of our showiest fall shrubs.  The first time I saw one I did one of those drive-by double takes, turn...
Wednesday, October 13, 2010

Applications Open for 2011 Master Gardener Class

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CSU Jefferson County Extension is accepting applications now for the 2011 Master Gardener class.  If you are interested in joining a group o...
Tuesday, October 12, 2010

Enjoy Your Leafy Greens This Fall by Heirloom Fan

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Many of you know that growing leafy greens such as lettuce and spinach is very easy and provides wonderfully flavorful vegetables for your s...
Saturday, October 9, 2010

Top 10 Rookie Gardening Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)

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 I am hardly a rookie gardener and yet I continue to commit many of these mistakes.  I'm "turning over a new leaf".  I promise...