News garden 2008-07-03 Andanh.com

The garden diet Thu, 22 May 2008 00:02:02 -0500
You wouldn't eat as much pie as bread, so why feed your plants a bunch of junk?

For Sale By Owner, and on your own Thu, 22 May 2008 00:02:02 -0500
Savanna Forbes grabs a Swiffer mop to pick up a few stray dust bunnies before the open house she is holding in her Manhattan apartment. She has already printed out full-color flyers and tucked away dishes, books and personal items she considers unsightly.

From frumpy to fabulous in four months Thu, 22 May 2008 00:02:02 -0500
Ronald Episcopo and Glenn Jones knew exactly where they wanted to live. For months, they drove the streets of Harbor Isles in Pompano Beach, Fla., looking for their dream house.

Zucchini anyone? Thu, 22 May 2008 00:02:02 -0500
The Staley family or Kirkwood, Mo., is starting small - just a few containers with tomatoes, strawberries and cucumbers mostly. But if all goes well this summer, their suburban farming ambitions could expand next year.

Lofty ideas Sat, 24 May 2008 00:50:21 -0500
This spring, it seems, everyone is celebrating trees.

Keeping the heat out of the attic Sat, 31 May 2008 00:37:30 -0500
From the mailbag: here are some quick answers to some short questions I've gotten in recent weeks.

Garage facelift Thu, 29 May 2008 00:05:01 -0500
Like the junk drawer in everyone's kitchen, garages are the catch-all in many people's homes.

The new backyard is pretty fancy Thu, 29 May 2008 00:05:01 -0500
We are furnishing our outdoor rooms with the care and aesthetic qualities once reserved for the living room or parlor.

H&G calendar for 05/29/08 Thu, 29 May 2008 00:05:01 -0500
HISTORIC HOMES TOUR | Chicago The Lubeznik Center Guild will host a great Chicago tour with Ross Blythe. Visit two famed Prairie Avenue homes (Clark and Glessner houses) and the Vietnam Veterans Art Museum, then take walk in China Town. Sponsored by Michigan City's Lubeznik Center for the Arts, cost is $55 ($50 for Guild members). Reservations and payment due June 4. Lunch at House of Fortune ($13 additional cost). Bus leaves LCA in Michigan City at 8 a.m. and returns at 5 p.m.

Garden 'surprises' are part of its charm Thu, 29 May 2008 00:05:01 -0500
If your garden doesn't surprise you at least once in awhile, you're missing out on one of its charms.

For warmth, comfort, know what's up with down Thu, 29 May 2008 00:05:01 -0500
I trundle down the stairs buried beneath a boatload of every piece of down bedding I can get my hands on. I must look like the abominable snowman.

Vintage '70s platforms all the rage Thu, 29 May 2008 00:05:01 -0500
If you enjoy spotting or wearing a great pair of shoes, collecting vintage shoes of the '50s or '60s might be for you.

Arctic elegance Thu, 29 May 2008 00:05:01 -0500
With a third of its mass sitting above the cold confines of the Arctic Circle and a population of only 5 million, Finland would seem an unlikely wellspring of world-renowned product design.

Ornamental kitchen gardens provide feast for eyes Thu, 29 May 2008 00:05:01 -0500
Ellen Ogden says everything she knows about gardening, she learned at art school.

'Somebody's junk is somebody's treasure' Thu, 5 Jun 2008 00:20:04 -0500
Everyone hates cleaning. But local churches can offer a different perspective on the tiresome seasonal chore.

Building a better bed Thu, 5 Jun 2008 00:20:05 -0500
Sometimes I wonder whether I should do something more meaningful with my life than complain in print about how tough it is to decorate my house and pass on advice about how big an area rug should be.

Decorate with earth friendly paint Thu, 5 Jun 2008 00:20:05 -0500
Q: I am hearing about paint with low VOCs, and saw a display at my local home show. I thought I was safe with water-based (latex) paints. What do you recommend? -- Richard

Have patience when gardening Thu, 5 Jun 2008 00:20:05 -0500
Miss Kim is smothered in flowers, its fragrance as sweet as that of the larger species that has long since finished blooming.

Prices for vintage art tile on the rise Thu, 5 Jun 2008 00:20:05 -0500
Prices for vintage decorative art tiles are rising, especially if these tiles are by Harris Strong.

Going after gophers Thu, 5 Jun 2008 00:20:05 -0500
Whether you live in the city or on the outskirts of town, gophers might find your yard as appealing as you do. When they do, they can burrow far and wide, creating havoc on your property and in your garden.

Impatiens can lighten up dark screened porch Thu, 5 Jun 2008 00:20:05 -0500
Q: Could you recommend flowers for my screened porch? I'm looking for flowers that have pretty colors like pinks, purples and fuchsia. I also want plants that require very little or no sunlight and can thrive in a small to medium box or pot.

Put a good home-repair book on top of your toolbox Sat, 7 Jun 2008 00:31:03 -0500
Do-it-yourselfers are made, not born -- the successful ones read and follow directions. And the successful how-to book is the one that provides information succinctly, with plenty of clear illustrations, on projects that fit the skill levels of both the experienced and the neophyte.

Creating your own Eden Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:12:19 -0500
People who grow gardens grow in faith, according to the Rev. Marsh Hudson-Knapp, which accounts in large part for the Bible garden he helped established adjacent to his church a quarter-century ago.

Spin cycle: Front-load or top-load? Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:12:19 -0500
After 19 years of dutiful service, our washer and dryer are headed for appliance heaven -- a place where no one will ever again stuff them with dirty diapers, smelly gym clothes or sandy beach towels.

New landscape lighting brightens up home's look Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:12:19 -0500
Lighting is one of the most important elements to think about when designing rooms, inside or out.

Peonies offer colorful surprises Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:12:19 -0500
The speed at which the peony season moves through the area can be staggering.

Bakelite fun and colorful alternative Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:12:19 -0500
On a recent episode of "Antiques Roadshow," a woman brought in a plastic bracelet. The appraiser surprised everyone with an appraisal of $6,000.

Rock stars in home decor Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:12:19 -0500
We've all toted home an interesting stone or two from a good walk. We appreciate the eons it took to shape them; we admire the composition, the shading. But the coziness?

Decorate with books Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:12:19 -0500
Reading books can be an unrivaled pleasure. Staring at them in piles around your home, not so much.

Roses with spots may mean infection Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:12:19 -0500
Q: I sprayed my roses earlier this spring, but still see black spots and yellowing leaves on the plants. Why is this happening?

Weather can interfere with tomato bloom Sat, 14 Jun 2008 00:34:25 -0500
Q: I've got tomato vines 3 feet tall with lots of blooms but no tomatoes setting yet. What is going wrong?

Northwest Indiana offers several garden walks this summer for nature lovers Thu, 19 Jun 2008 00:06:20 -0500
More than 50 area gardeners will once again welcome visitors to their plant-filled sanctuaries for this season's garden walks.

Mirror, mirror on the wall -- you need a makeover Thu, 19 Jun 2008 00:06:20 -0500
As a home design columnist, I'm a magnet for weird stuff from PR people: the clear toilet that doubles as a fish tank, the weed-whacker-slash-golf-club that lets you pretend you're golfing while hacking crabgrass.

Adding wainscotting immediately transforms a room Thu, 19 Jun 2008 00:06:20 -0500
Q: I'm dreaming of an old Cape Cod-style bedroom for our new house. It's basic builder now and is crying out for some character. My husband and I both love a good project, and we're looking for some decorating advice to make the bedroom look inviting. We've seen photos of wainscoting and wondered if that would be difficult to do. Thanks. -- Sam and Allie

Taking the hard line Thu, 19 Jun 2008 00:06:20 -0500
Sometimes you have to take the hard line. Which is what I did with most of the hydrangeas in my garden this spring.

Collectors clamoring for table clothes Thu, 19 Jun 2008 00:06:20 -0500
Just as fashions have changed and evolved through the decades, so has the style of the vintage tablecloth.

Lifelong birder gets purple martins to nest near his new home Sat, 21 Jun 2008 00:03:23 -0500
When Kent Kessler bought 20 acres outside of town four years ago, he was hoping it was more than just a good site to build a new home.

A healthy lawn makes it easier to fend off insects Thu, 26 Jun 2008 01:00:12 -0500
When asked what activities they planned for lawn care this season, consumers were most likely to say weed control.

Sun never sets on vintage sunglasses Thu, 26 Jun 2008 01:00:12 -0500
Even when hot days turn into cool nights, the sun never sets on vintage sunglasses.

Time to get rid of the slackers Thu, 26 Jun 2008 01:00:12 -0500
Have you run out of room for more plants? It's time to get rid of the slackers.

We love you, but stay out -- critter control Thu, 26 Jun 2008 01:00:12 -0500
The question from the audience at a book signing last week triggered so many migraine memories I feared they would form a brain clot. "What's your worst home remodel horror story?" the woman innocently asked.

Outdoor walls and floors complete home retreat Thu, 26 Jun 2008 01:00:12 -0500
The most successful interior decorating is accomplished in stages.

Mature tree care and pruning Thu, 26 Jun 2008 01:00:12 -0500
Think of tree care as an investment. A healthy tree increases in value with age -- paying big dividends, increasing property values, beautifying our surroundings, purifying our air and saving energy by providing cooling shade from summer's heat and protection from winter's wind.

How to gather your own seeds Thu, 26 Jun 2008 01:00:12 -0500
Saving seeds from vegetables grown in the family garden is a great way to reduce food prices while producing fresh, flavorful meals season after season.

How to save money in the garden Thu, 26 Jun 2008 01:00:12 -0500
"Prune spending and you'll harvest dollars," my farm-reared grandmother used to say, which endures as a practical approach to gardening in this period of fast-rising fuel and food costs.

Tripping the light fantastic Thu, 26 Jun 2008 01:00:12 -0500
Innovations in materials and manufacturing have blurred the line between art and function, and nowhere is that more evident than in lighting.

Sundials mark time with a shadow Sat, 28 Jun 2008 00:13:21 -0500
We live in a constantly changing world, but each day, one thing remains the same: The sun rises in the east and sets in the west -- although not in exactly the same spot on the horizon.

Valpo's Ogden Gardens now a joy all summer long Thu, 3 Jul 2008 00:14:03 -0500
More than 30 years ago, Ogden Gardens was an open field dotted with trees and Spirea and used for athletic practice sessions.

Hummingbird plays his part in garden drama Thu, 3 Jul 2008 00:14:03 -0500
Our feisty little hummingbird is either lazy or isn't much on flying.

Ice-cream molds a fun collectible Thu, 3 Jul 2008 00:14:03 -0500
July is National Ice Cream Month. According to the International Dairy Food Association, this sweet treat is enjoyed by 90 percent of the nation's population.

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