VOLUME 13, ISSUE 49 • December 7, 2017

Neil Sperry editor. Gretchen Drew design and circulation.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: We're sending e-gardens out several hours early because of today's very cold weather. Please see my first feature below.

I've brought some important topics to our table today:
• Watch out! It's Winter! (Special Report)
• Plant of the Week: Poinsettias;
• Gardening responsibilities for this weekend;
• Wintertime watering;
• Christmas is for Caring returns!

My newest book…
the perfect gift for Christmas!
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• Neil Sperry's Lone Star Gardening
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• First copy $31.95 plus tax, postage.
• 2nd and 3rd copies to same address:
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• 344 pages. 840 of my photos. More than 25 multi-page charts.
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• Completely different format from my 1991 Complete Guide "boot book."
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Order from my website or call my office M-F 9-5 at (800) 752-4769.

Photo: Variegated poinsettia brightens its surroundings.

And now, on to e-gardens.

Watch Out! It's Winter!

E-gardens is as timely as "today." It's Thursday afternoon as I type this. The weather has taken a turn for the much colder, and your plants may be at risk. Please see my warnings.

Photo: The Sperry cast iron plants were covered this morning!

Magical Poinsettias

I've seen a monumental transformation in this holiday flower just in my career. They're amazing, and I'll tell you some of the reasons why.

Photo: Variegated leaves complement cherry-red floral bracts of this variety.

Gardening This Weekend

Even December has plenty of gardening activities, and I've made a list of the top topics you might want to consider. Check through my notes.

Photo: Snapdragons are good in flowerbeds or as the focal points in patio pots.

Christmas Is For Caring Time

For almost 40 years now I've been asking your help as we seek two simple gifts for each resident of the Denton State Supported Living Center. December 11-15 (next week) will be that week. Please call (214) 525-2550 between 6 AM and 7 PM to help!

Question of the Week: December 7, 2017

"Neil, how often should I water my lawn and landscape over the winter?"

We've been dry, so you'd best be prepared.

Photo: Even in winter some water may be needed.

And, in closing…

You've come to the end of another exciting e-gardens. However, I'll be back with more same time next week. Until then,

• Join us for Christmas is for Caring on WBAP all week next week, and…

• Get your copy (-ies) of my newest book ordered (see above).

• Join me on Facebook, at my website, on podcasts or live on the radio or in the newspaper. Or join us in church this coming Sunday.

Until next time,

Happy gardening!

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