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Badgett is an enthusiastic gardener who enjoys sharing information with others. She works as a plant technician at Foothills Nursery and Herbs and writes how-to and garden articles for several sites online. She is co-author of the 2010 book “How to

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Home & Garden > Perennials Flower gardens: Grow something beautiful: 2 of 10

A new flower garden is to a gardener as a blank canvas is to an artist, and the ensuing project is much the same. Adding a fresh, new flowerbed is enthralling for both the experienced and the novice gardener. Choosing the appropriate location, design and color can give flowerbeds a professional and creative appearance. Locat...
Home & Garden > Vegetables, Herbs & Fruits Vegetables and herbs that can be planted in late fall: 1 of 3

Herb planting times, as with vegetables and really, everything else, depends on where you live and your growing zone. Many vegetables and herbs are somewhat adaptable and appropriate for fall planting. Late fall is a great time for planting some vegetables in areas where frosts and freezes occur. Among the easiest to grow an...
Relationships & Family > Male / Female Communication Styles Helping your partner with health issues: 9 of 26

One of the most frightening experiences of my life was having my husband diagnosed with a brain tumor. This was before our marriage, and shortly after we'd begun living together. Unfamiliar with this malady, I assumed he was going to die. After several weeks of doctor visits and trying to determine the cause of excruciating ...
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas How to make a Christmas centerpiece: 12 of 27

Save money during these difficult economic times by making your own holiday centerpieces. One need not be an artist to create an eye-catching display. Add fragrance and beauty to your creation with the use of pine boughs and running cedar clippings. You may find these as close as a wooded area near your home. If you are unab...
Sports & Recreation > Hunting Squirrel hunting: A good way to start hunting: 9 of 20

Many youngsters dream of their first venture into the sport of hunting wild game. Adults may also wish to participate in the pursuit, but have never tried. Give it a try! Scouting squirrel is a good way to break into the art of hunting wild game. One's first hunting trip should always be with an experienced hunter or outdoor...
Home & Garden > Perennials Growing dahlia: 3 of 6

Dahlias come in a variety of heights and colors with brilliant blooms, which range from tiny to the size of a plate. Many are fragrant and I have found them to be one of the most rewarding of my garden endeavors. Dahlias grow from tubers and can be started successfully from seed, making them an inexpensive way to have an abu...
Home & Garden > Lawn & Landscaping Landscaping with flowering plants: 2 of 4

Flowering gardens are a beauty to behold and bring enormous satisfaction to those who plant them. Doing ones' own landscaping has many rewards. Gardens that grow and bloom during all seasons can be a challenge, but in many gardening zones, planning and the right mix of flora makes this possible. Blooms Burst In Winter Crocus...
Relationships & Family > Communication Skills Conversational skills: Referring to other people in a polite manner: 2 of 4

We should refer to others as we would have them refer to us, "The Golden Rule" always applies. Even the most inarticulate individual generally knows how to be polite. Address and refer to your elders with utmost respect. The manner of acquaintance often determines how we address and refer to people. This begins in childhood,...
Home & Garden > Vegetables, Herbs & Fruits How to start vegetable seeds indoors: 1 of 2

Record snowfall, freezing temperatures and cabin fever have many gardeners dreaming of spring and the joys of the garden. Get a jump start on that spring gardening by starting seeds indoors. Not all seeds may be successfully started inside, but the list of those which can be is long enough to give most gardeners a jolt of sp...
Home & Garden > Lawn & Landscaping How to choose the right shrub for your yard: 1 of 1

When planting a shrub in our landscape, we expect years of performance. Consequently, we should consider what the shrub needs for its optimum growth and beauty and for our long-term satisfaction. Factors to Consider When choosing a shrub one should have a location in mind. Will you choose a single shrub to function as a foca...