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MARIANNE OPHARDT

Marianne Ophardt: Too much love kills orchids

Mother’s Day is approaching. Some lucky moms will be the recipient of a beautiful blooming orchid plant on their special day, but then comes the challenge of knowing what to do after the blooms fade. Don’t worry. Most orchids are easy to grow.

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Marianne C. Ophardt: Topping trees never a good idea

I have restrained myself for a while, but after a visit this past week to one of our local shopping centers, I can’t stop myself from saying something. Have you seen the awful way that trees are pruned in many local shopping centers and commercial landscapes?

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Build tower to grow potatoes in small space

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Marianne Ophardt: Healthier grass comes to those who wait

It’s difficult to wait to fertilize your grass in the spring when everything in the yard is turning green, but you should wait. Greening your lawn early in the spring may make you feel good, but it’s not recommended.

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Marianne Ophardt: New smaller shrubs to try in your garden

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Marianne Ophardt: Check soil temperature before applying herbicides to crabgass

At this time of year, I’m often asked about when to apply crabgrass preventers or pre-emergent herbicides. These herbicides are applied to a lawn before the majority of crabgrass seeds germinate.

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Marianne Ophardt: Indulge in unique line of small fruit

I was glancing at an email advertisement when the name BrazelBerries caught my eye. What are BrazelBerries?

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Pruning hydrangeas depends on species

Every time you turn around, plant breeders are coming up with a a hydrangea.

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Parasites, pesticides killing off honeybees

Honeybees in this country are disappearing at a frightening rate because of a problem called colony collapse disorder, or CCD.

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Author Willi Galloway urges gardeners to grow their own food

Grow. Cook. Eat.