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Deck the Halls (and Pots!) with Boughs of Holly...
by Ken Lain, the mountain gardener The holidays are here, and while the scent of pine and fir fills the air, another festive evergreen deserves a container spot at the...
Deck the Halls (and Pots!) with Boughs of Holly...
by Ken Lain, the mountain gardener The holidays are here, and while the scent of pine and fir fills the air, another festive evergreen deserves a container spot at the...

11 Fall Tips for Better Gardens
by Ken Lain, the mountain gardener Autumn gardening is a great time to look back on garden successes and disappointments. There's still plenty of time to do some garden maintenance....
11 Fall Tips for Better Gardens
by Ken Lain, the mountain gardener Autumn gardening is a great time to look back on garden successes and disappointments. There's still plenty of time to do some garden maintenance....

Adorable Holiday Trees That Steal the Show this...
By Ken Lain, the mountain gardener Skip the tree lot and ditch the dusty artificial tree in the attic. Embrace the living spirit of the season with a potted evergreen...
Adorable Holiday Trees That Steal the Show this...
By Ken Lain, the mountain gardener Skip the tree lot and ditch the dusty artificial tree in the attic. Embrace the living spirit of the season with a potted evergreen...

Breaking Red - Chic Beauty of Multi Colored Poi...
by Ken Lain, the mountain gardener As the holiday season approaches, it's time to think beyond the traditional red poinsettia that often graces our homes. While the iconic red bloom...
Breaking Red - Chic Beauty of Multi Colored Poi...
by Ken Lain, the mountain gardener As the holiday season approaches, it's time to think beyond the traditional red poinsettia that often graces our homes. While the iconic red bloom...

Festive Foliage: 9 Plants to Brighten Your Holi...
by Ken Lain, the mountain gardener If you're looking to spruce up your space this holiday season or are searching for a unique Christmas gift, consider this collection of eye-catching...
Festive Foliage: 9 Plants to Brighten Your Holi...
by Ken Lain, the mountain gardener If you're looking to spruce up your space this holiday season or are searching for a unique Christmas gift, consider this collection of eye-catching...

Fertilize Everything in the Yard Before Halloween
by Ken Lain, the mountain gardener Walk down any aisle of your local garden center, and you can't help but notice the dizzying array of plant foods. You'll see bags,...
Fertilize Everything in the Yard Before Halloween
by Ken Lain, the mountain gardener Walk down any aisle of your local garden center, and you can't help but notice the dizzying array of plant foods. You'll see bags,...