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Lingonberry may be preferable to traditional cranberry — at least in the garden
Not to be unpatriotic, but another “cranberry” outshines our traditional Thanksgiving cranberry.This fruit, sometimes called mountain cranberry, partridgeberry or foxberry, is esteemed in...Full story


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“The Gardens of Frank Lloyd Wright” delves into the architect's work in the landscape. Author Derek Fell weaves details into a narrative that touches on Wright's life.
Book lets gardeners dig into Wright’s style
Although Frank Lloyd Wright is renowned as an architect, his “remarkable gift for landscape design and the beautiful gardens he cultivated during his lifetime” are hardly known at all. Garden writer and photographer Derek Fell’s... Full story
Ken Moon, Around the House columnist
AROUND THE HOUSE: Furnace necessitates carbon monoxide detector
Dear Ken: We are in a one bedroom condo. Our furnace is in a separate room off the patio. Do we still need a carbon monoxide detector?LisaYes. The hot air from the furnace still blows into your living space, regardless of the furnace’s... Full story
The “Grow Food, Grow Hope” program by Wilmington College involved 20 plots ” pictured June 23 •” aimed at teaching families in Wilmington, Ohio., how to garden and preserve food.
College project teaches gardening, preserving in hard-hit community
WILMINGTON, Ohio • Many of the new gardeners didn’t know how to grow vegetables, and weren’t sure what to do with them once they did.They learned, though, as part of a project by a local college to help a community hard-hit by the... Full story
This photo taken Oct. 26 shows the beginnings of a tree which sprang from a seed. And while it can take time for trees to shrubs started from seed to reach their full growth, gardeners can expect plenty of shoot growth from most young trees and shrubs.
Small seeds can hold big ambitions for trees, shrubs
Planting seeds is a satisfying way to grow trees and shrubs, and gives you a special affection for the plants.Don’t be put off by how long it takes: Unless you are interested in flowering or fruiting, you can expect plenty of shoot growth from... Full story
Gourds and Indian corn make great seasonal ornaments, symbolizing the harvest and gracing dining room tables at Thanksgiving. Fall decorating continues to grow in popularity with the average American household spending an average of $45 a year.
Vegetables take center stage in fall decorating
Fall is a busy time for decorating, second only to Christmas, and the period when vegetables are valued more for their beauty than their flavor.Back when America was largely rural, bringing in the harvest was cause for celebration. Corn stalks were... Full story
Ken Moon, Around the House columnist
AROUND THE HOUSE: Simple fix should stop swinging doors
Dear Ken: I have a couple of doors that just won’t stay put. They swing open by themselves, so we have to use a doorstop. Do we have to call a carpenter?ScottTry this trick: Take out the middle door hinge pin — or the lower one if there... Full story
Adding paper tags to a homemade fabric bunting allows family and friends to record what they're most thankful for Thanksgiving. Colors and tag topics can also be changed to reflect other holidays or special occasions.
Dress up home for Thanksgiving with simple fabric bunting
Between Halloween costumes and Christmas decorations, Thanksgiving can get lost in the shuffle.Though parents of preschoolers proudly display construction-paper turkeys made by tracing little hands, Thanksgiving’s focus generally is on the... Full story
The Sleep Sheep soft toy by Cloud B plays four different soothing sounds including whale song and rain showers. The sound box is removable, operates on two AA batteries, and can be set to run for 23 or 45 minutes.
Parents look to past for modern nursery toys
Once upon a time, the ideal for a child’s room was a cozy haven filled with sturdy push-pull toys, handmade dolls and a few baskets of dress-up clothes.That was before batteries, computer programs for toddlers, and the array of stuff that... Full story
Deer are among the most voracious garden pests, particularly in spring when they graze on anything green and tender emerging from the ground. Fences are the best deterrents but must be built high as deer can leap over a six-foot-high strand of wire.
Flower bulbs make ‘box lunch’ for garden pests
Bulbs are perfect, self-contained packages for gardeners. They’re equipped with everything necessary to make flowers grow and bloom.Problem is, that makes them a prize for predators, too.“The perfect lunch box,” said Leonard Perry,... Full story
Ken Moon, Around the House columnist
AROUND THE HOUSE: Worn-out toilet parts may lead to noise
Dear Ken: When we flush one of our toilets, we get a loud humming noise. Do you think it could be our pressure regulator downstairs?TerryProbably not. When the fill valve in a toilet starts to wear out, it can make all sorts of unpleasant noises.... Full story
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