Ace of Spades
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Ace of Spades: Who knew the plants would get so much snow cover this winter?
It's never too early to start thinking about this year's yard and garden.
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Ace of Spades: Don’t believe the hype; stay away from Zoysia seed
Soon there will be advertising out claiming that this grass grows well in Minnesota. Beware: Don’t buy or even think about growing this type of grass in the Midwest.
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Ace of Spades: Suggestions for taking better care of house plants
My houseplants do not look healthy; what can I do for them?
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Ace of Spades: Start thinking about seedlings and the start of garden ’10
I hope you had a very Merry Christmas and will have a prosperous new year in 2010. I appreciate your many questions, comments, tips and ideas throughout the year.
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Happy Holidays from the ‘Ace of Spades’
We have so much to be thankful for: the rains came when they were needed, the weather was right to produce a good crop this past season, and we have many friends with whom we can share ideas, comments and tips with throughout the season. We are also thankful for families.
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Ace of Spades: Parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme great in-house starts
What are some herbs to plant next spring that I can use for my home cooking?
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Ace of Spades: Moles may be here to stay, or at least until lawn freezes
Moles are looking for grubs until the ground freezes.
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Ace of Spades: Protect your pits, peach pits that is, for delicious future fruit
"I have several peach trees growing from pits I planted this past spring. What do I need to do to protect them from this winter’s cold temperatures?"
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Ace of Spades: Spice it up — time to plant garlic
Now would be fine to plant garlic. You should plant these about two inches deep, and add about three inches of mulch or leaves for winter.
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Ace of Spades: Take action now to protect trees from chewing varmints
Q: How can I keep the rabbits and voles from chewing at the base of our newly planted trees?
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