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Houseplants can scratch that gardening itch
This is an ideal time to prune and divide your houseplants, since the plants will be able to respond by pushing out new growth in response to your efforts, Amy Ivy writes.
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Season brings some unwelcome houseguests
It's too cold for most insects, but two bugs may be found in abundance in North Country homes this time of year, Jolene Wallace writes.
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Adapting a heart-healthy lifestyle
February is American Heart Month, and some simple lifestyle changes can help to prevent heart attack or stroke, Jordy Kivett writes.
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Time to peruse seed catalogs
If you want to grow particular varieties or unusual types of plants, you may only be able to find them in seed catalogs, Amy Ivy writes.
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Trip to Portland makes lasting impression
Using city's composting, recycling system made columnist Jolene Wallace more mindful of each item that she needed to dispose of.
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Gardens pretty with some snow
Snow on perennial garden is fresh and clean and seems to glow long after the sun has set, especially if the moon is out, Amy Ivy writes.
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Read, travel, think gardens this winter
Use the off season to prepare for next year in the garden.
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Mistletoe a parasite?
Jolene Wallace writes about where mistletoe comes from and how its tradition came about.
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Bark and berries make great decorations
Picking natural, colorful items helps brighten winter days, Amy Ivy writes.
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Plan ahead for home-grown holidays
This holiday season, give the gift of local agriculture, columnist Laurie Davis writes.
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