My green thumb came only as a result of the mistakes I made while learning to see things from the plant's point of view. ~H. Fred Ale

�They say a person needs just three things to be truly happy in this world: someone to love, something to do, and something to hope for.� ~ Tom Boddett, originally uploaded by Abby Lanes.

Meet some of my latest rose blooms. After adding a picket fence to my front yard, it was quickly followed with the addition of some pretty pink roses.



I'll share photos with the fence soon too.

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Dividing Perennial Plants

The idea of dividing perennials can scare new gardeners. Division of perennials is an easily mastered gardening technique that is good for the plants and your garden. Most perennial flowers will need to be divided to remain vigorous and continue blooming season after season.

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Gerber Daisies, Transvaal Daisy, African Daisy - Gerbera jamesonii

Gerbera jamesonii (Gerber Daisy)

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Winter Rose Care

All rose plants need some attention going into winter. Winter weather can really challenge rose bushes, particularly the hybrid teas. You will need to discourage new growth and make sure the rose plants in your garden are well water and well mulched. Look out for overwintering garden pests and diseases too.

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Coral Bells - Heuchera

Heuchera (Coral Bells)

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Garden Magzines - Top Picks

Gardening magazines are monthly garden inspiration. They tell us about new plants, garden design ideas and gardening techniques. Gardening books are like old friends. Garden magazines offer endless new gardening possibilities. Here are my picks for the top gardening magazines.




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Iris

Iris (Bearded Iris)

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