December Protection for Roses, Camellias, and Hydrangeas from Frost Cold winter nights and frosty mornings in December can challenge even the hardiest garden classics. Roses, camellias, and hydrangeas all benefit…[...]
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December Care for Christmas Houseplants: Poinsettia, Amaryllis, and Cyclamen Festive houseplants like poinsettia, amaryllis, and cyclamen are the stars of holiday decor during December. With their bright colors, elegant blooms,…[...]
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Creating Festive Containers with Ivy, Skimmia, and Evergreens for December Brighten up your porch, doorstep, or windowsill this December with festive containers planted with ivy, skimmia, and a mix of…[...]
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How to Keep Potted Bulbs Healthy Indoors During December As frosty nights settle outside, potted bulbs like hyacinths, amaryllis, narcissus (paperwhites), and tulips can bring bursts of color and fragrance…[...]
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Building a Simple Cold Frame for December Winter Greens A cold frame is an invaluable tool for stretching your gardening season into winter and starting earlier in spring. In December,…[...]
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Lifting and Keeping Leeks and Parsnips Stored in December December is the ideal month to enjoy—and preserve—two of the best winter root crops: leeks and parsnips. While both can be…[...]
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Planning December Seed Orders for Next Season December is the perfect time to dream, research, and plan your seed orders for the coming year. Shop now and you’ll beat the…[...]
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December Cloche and Fleece Use for Emergency Frost Protection December’s unpredictable weather means an overnight frost can arrive without warning, threatening salads, overwintering greens, young onions, and even bulbs or…[...]
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Pruning Apple and Pear Trees in December Dormancy December is the classic time to prune apple and pear trees. As these fruit trees sleep, their bare branches reveal the true…[...]
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December Winter Care for Perennial Herbs As December chills settle in, your perennial herbs—such as thyme, sage, oregano, mint, chives, rosemary, and tarragon—need a little attention to ensure their survival…[...]
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