Vermont Garden Journal
Summary: The Vermont Garden Journal is a weekly program hosted by horticulturalist Charlie Nardozzi. Each week, Nardozzi will focus on a topic that's relevant to both new and experienced gardeners, including pruning lilac bushes, growing blight-free tomatoes, groundcovers, sunflowers, bulbs, pests and more.
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- Artist: Mary Williams Engisch, Charlie Nardozzi
- Copyright: Vermont Public Radio 2011
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Different colored foliaged perennials have become very popular. Silver is a color that is often overlooked which I like for brightening dark areas and adding contrast.
Looking around yards in Vermont, it's clear that raised bed gardening is quite popular. That said, I've put together some tips on building raised beds.
Lavender is a beautiful plant in the landscape with gray-green leaves and sweet-scented, colorful flowers. There's nothing like viewing and smelling a field of lavender in bloom.
If you're looking for a tough plant to grow in your shade garden with Hostas and Hellebores, look no further than Astilbe.
Earthworms are generally thought of as a sign of a healthy garden. But that's not the whole story.
The beet is a popular root crop originating in North Africa. The root gained popularity in Europe first for its greens then for its root, which can be red, white, yellow or even striped. Some love it, while others loathe it.
There are many plants associated with St. Patrick's Day. The most popular is the Shamrock which is a type of clover. Since clover isn't growing yet, a suitable substitute is the Oxalis plant.
If you're looking for a colorful, blooming ground cover for areas under deciduous trees, consider planting Corydalis .
If you want to get into a tangle with a veggie gardener, then discuss what you think is the best-tasting tomato.
Shade can be a curse from preventing you from planting your favorite sun-loving plants or an opportunity to create an interesting landscape. Let's focus on the latter.
Muster up some patience when planting asparagus. You won't harvest until the third year but, once established, this perennial can produce for decades.
Asclepias or Butterfly Weed is more than just a pretty flower; it's been used medicinally and for making fiber.
The tropical Asian root loves heat and a long growing season, so you'd think it wouldn't grow well around here. But with a little help, ginger can — and now's the time to get started by planting roots indoors!
Last summer, while leading a tour of gardens in England and Wales, I learned a few design tips that can work in any sized garden.
Asian greens automatically make some gardeners think of Chinese cabbage or bok choi. But there are many others that may be worth a try in your garden this spring.
