Building a cold frame

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A cold frame allows the sun to heat the air and soil during the day so that plants have protection at night during cold weather months. The frame has a dual purpose because it can be used during summer months as a nursery for starting young flower shoots.

author: Sanchez, Janet H., Sears, Elayne
Design and construction, Cold-frames, Cold frames

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Winter care for a rhododendron

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A step-by-step guide to caring for rhododendron during winter is given. The basics consist of watering the plants, mulching, spraying with a an antidesiccant, and building a windbreak.

author: Sanchez, Janet H., Sears, Elayne
Management, Protection and preservation, Winter gardening, Plants in winter, Rhododendron, Rhododendrons

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Building raised beds: step-by-step

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Raised beds are used in gardening to allow soil to drain well. Rot-resistant redwood or cedar is recommended for constructing plant boxes. Tips on making beds are provided.

author: Sanchez, Janet H., Sears, Elayne
Equipment and supplies, Container gardening, Raised bed gardening

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