VOLUME 12, ISSUE 43 • November 24, 2016 Neil Sperry editor. Gretchen Drew design and circulation. |
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Gardening This WeekendOdds are that you won't be spending a lot of time in your landscape and garden this weekend, but in case you do, I have a short list of things you'll want to get done. Photo: Grape hyacinth bulbs can be planted at any time this fall. |
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Trees
for Fall Color: Shumard Red Oak
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Amaryllis AboundCan a tropical flower bulb sold to you in a box become a loved holiday gift? Well, yes it can, and it's happening all over Texas today. I have the true facts about amaryllis. Photo: Amaryllis bulbs are readily available this time of year. |
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Question of the Week: November 24, 2016Dear Neil: What are the best options for a quick screening plant? I have four top candidates depending on the surroundings. Photo: Eastern redcedar cones ("berries") |
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Once You've Had Your First FreezeBig parts of Texas dipped to freezing and below earlier this week. Here are details of things that now can be done. Photo: It reached 30 degrees in McKinney (where I garden) this past Sunday morning. |
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And, in closingWe close with a wish for the happiest of Thanksgivings for you and yours. I'll be back next Thursday evening with another edition. Until then, join me:
In 15 Texas newspapers; See you next week! Happy
gardening! Neil |
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