Tag Archives: gardening

Be Our Guest: Flower Bulb Questions Answered

Posted on September 27, 2010 by Katie

Master Gardener Judy Moskoff shares her thoughts on planting bulbs this autumn. Read more of Judy’s green-thumb wisdom on her blog, A Gardener’s Home, at agardenershome.blogspot.com. _______________________________________________________________________ One of my first memories of a garden was my grandmother’s daffodil bed. … Continue reading →

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Eco-Chic: A Gift Idea for the Green-Minded Gardener

Posted on September 26, 2010 by Katie

If the cool fall weather is making the gardener in your life feel a little blue, here’s a great “green” gift idea that will put a smile on his or her face. Bamboo Grow-Pots from Branch not only make gardening … Continue reading →

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Around Town: Weekend Guide

Posted on August 26, 2010 by Katie

Whether you’re interested in spending your weekend at an outdoor festival, learning green-thumb tips in a gardening class or sipping wines from all over the world, SLHL has you covered. Here’s a quick list of what’s going on around St. … Continue reading →

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Eco-Chic: Recycle Your Plastic Garden Pots

Posted on August 26, 2010 by Katie

Ever wonder what to do with the plastic garden pots, hanging baskets, polystyrene cell packs and trays that you accumulate after a season of gardening? You can help reduce the amount of horticultural waste by bringing these items to the … Continue reading →

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Be Our Guest: Drought-Resistant Plantings

Posted on August 16, 2010 by Katie

Master Gardener Judy Moskoff shares her thoughts on maintaining beautiful gardens, even in the hot and dry summers of St. Louis. Visit Judy’s blog, A Gardener’s Home, at agardenershome.blogspot.com. _______________________________________________________________________ Our garden looks pretty bad. Most of it is my … Continue reading →

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Around Town: Weekend Guide

Posted on June 10, 2010 by Katie

With all of the unique and vibrant neighborhoods that make up our city, spring and summer in St. Louis are always full of exciting events and fun-filled festivals. Here is a list of five fabulous ideas that are sure to … Continue reading →

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Be Our Guest: June is Blueberry Month

Posted on June 8, 2010 by Katie

Master Gardener Judy Moskoff shares her thoughts on nature’s sweet summer treats. Visit Judy’s blog, A Gardener’s Home, at agardenershome.blogspot.com. _________________________________________________________ Mom and I always try to cram as much into our limited time together as possible. A perfect example … Continue reading →

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Enter our Gardens of the Year Contest

Posted on May 6, 2010 by Katie

Is your garden blooming with brilliance? Tell us about it, and your garden could be pictured in St. Louis Homes and Lifestyles. If you are the owner or designer of a breathtaking garden space, enter our 2010 Gardens of the … Continue reading →

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