Sat 15 Aug 2009
Garden Sprouts (quick posts from other sites) – August 14, 2009
Posted by jbross under Desert Gardening
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Written by Jeff
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Dangerous Plants-While house and garden plants may seem innocuous, some of them can be lethal under certain circumstances and many can just make a person very ill. It is always good to be aware of which plants may be harmful to humans and pets. This site may load slowly.
http://webecoist.com/2008/09/16/16-most-unassuming-yet-lethal-killer-plants/
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Slate Flowerpot - A slate board flowerpot is a cute idea from Martha Stewart. I saw these early this spring at World Market and didn’t initially realize why chalk was attached to the flowerpot and then it dawned on me. This would make an interesting party gift.
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Quick Irrigation System -If you are in the need for a quick-and-dirty irrigation system, this might just be the answer. While it might serve on a temporary basis, I am not convinced that this would be a long-range solution under many circumstances.
http://www.wikihow.com/Set-up-an-Inexpensive-Irrigation-System
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Build a Lattice Screen - Lattice screens can be very useful for blocking unsightly air conditioners or trash bins. This lattice screen bills itself as “easy.”
http://www.canadiangardening.com/how-to/projects/easy-to-build-lattice-screen/a/1319
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Grow Your Own Pineapple – When I tried to grow a pineapple from the top of one we used for a desert, I thought it could be approached just like the top of a carrot; boy was I wrong! There is a unique process that needs to be followed to achieve success and avoid causing the pineapple crown to ROT. Yikes! Children will find this a wonderful activity.
http://yougrowgirl.com/grow/save_pineapple.php
Gardening on the Moon, www.gardeningonthemoon.com, originally published this post
