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plants for free
The seeds of any plant are the children of the parent plant. Regular dead heading sends shock waves to the mother plant which then stimulates the production of more blooms thus producing more seed.
spring bulbs: new birth and their fresh beauty
Winter will never end we may say, but take heart spring will be with us once again for our daffodils are a message of hope, they carry little fragrance but give joy and a sense of wonder.
lawn care
The month of September is a fine time to begin your lawn care maintenance. By following this simple guide your lawn will have a much better start before winter’s arrival.