Gardening Tips: Labor Day weekend, from a gardening viewpoint

Labor Day weekend generally marks the last weekend of the summer vacation season. Next week the kids will be heading back to school and some seasonal residents will be beginning to close up their summer homes.

Gardening: Will the real perennials stand up?

Now is a good time of year to think "perennial": which plants really are, and which ones could be. The word perennial, among gardeners, usually refers to an herbaceous (non-woody) flowering plant - that is, one whose roots live year after year but whose top dies down to the ground each winter.

Tomato to taste: Cooking brings out flavor, but gazpacho isn't fussy

Conventional wisdom says that cooking vegetables tends to diminish their nutritional prowess. And while there is some truth to this, it isn't always the case. Cooking tomatoes does diminish their stores of vitamin C, but it also concentrates other nutrients, such as lycopene (found in red tomatoes), a powerful antioxidant.

Outdoor gardening season winds down

I too, am feeling the coolness in the morning and can't help but notice the geese flying out, ducks and cranes too. The moose are back in the yard, calfs trying to figure out the strange behavior of their mother and bulls wandering about recklessly. These are the signs of "The End" as far as outdoor gardening is concerned and it isn't just because the moose are hungry.

Instructor to lead class on gardening in small spaces

Another edition of square foot gardening will be offered from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at the Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 301 N. Baldwin Ave.

Champion gardener stopped by police over giant vegetables

A champion gardener was pulled over by police on the way to a show because his giant vegetables were making his car unstable.

Hamilton brush fire endangers building

HAMILTON -- A brush fire at a lot belonging to a township landscaping company threatened an adjacent building yesterday afternoon before township firefighters managed to bring the blaze under control, authorities said.

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Valpo firm's contract with city stirs debate

MICHIGAN CITY — A Valparaiso landscaping firm submitted a much cheaper bid for a city contract in March than its local competitors, causing some to wonder now how it was able to do so.

Gulf Shores Garden Club presents bench to South Baldwin Community Theater

GULF SHORES, Ala. — At one of the GSGC's meetings this year, Elaina Herring, member of GSGC & also President of SBCT expressed a desire for some landscaping for the theater, which has been recently renovated inside and definitely needed some "sprucing up" outdoors. Some landscaping materials had already been promised, but more was needed, so the garden club agreed to donate funds for some ...

Through a Glass Darkly for September 9, 2010

The blond hair shining in sunlight from the patio door surprised me as I started down the stairs. I had expected Jena to have grown in the last three months, but I hadn’t expected the beautiful curls.

Eat Your Vegetables for Sept. 9, 2010

Barrie Griffin likes serving this French Onion Casserole with pork tenderloin. The recipe calls for Vidalia onions but if those are not available check for other sweet varieties like Walla Walla, OSO Sweet or Texas Sweet.

Food importer expands

KUALA LUMPUR: Speciality fruits, vegetables and marine produce importer and distributor Euro-Atlantic Sdn Bhd is setting up a third subsidiary by year-end, to handle its fine foods division.

DOT contract flip-flop leaves landscaping business hurting

When Jim MacNary got the word in March that his company, Northline Landscaping, had won a big Capital Region highway mowing contract with the state Department of Transportation, he started planning his year accordingly. The three-year agreement called for Northline's crews to mow, pick up litter and trim weeds three times each year (three "cycles" per year) along four highways that make up a ...

Happy Hour: La Fogata

The best part about September is finally getting a break from the sweltering summer heat. The worst part is knowing that winter is just around the corner and patio season is coming to a close.

Green Parrot takes flight with Mary Kate's Legacy Foundation 5K Run & Walk

The Green Parrot Restaurant Pub & Patio in Newtown will be hosting its first annual Mary Kate’s Legacy Foundation 5K Run & Walk on Sunday, Aug. 29. The run will take place in Newtown Township beginning at the corner of Silo Drive and Sycamore Street at 9:30 a.m.

Brecksville Beautification Committee offers Neighbors Helping Neighbors in Need program

Local landscaping companies help make Neighbors Helping Neighbors in Need program possible.

Feds accuse Shakopee firm of shorting workers' pay

The U.S. claims Hawkins Tree and Landscaping violated labor laws by not paying workers for all hours worked.

Scotts Valley Water District redesign aims to spark interest in 'water-smart' landscaping

SCOTTS VALLEY - Gardeners who want to design attractive landscapes while adhering to a water-conservation ethic will be able to see an example at the Scotts Valley Water District office in a couple of months, when a "water-smart garden" is expected to be completed.

Notre Dame High School ready for new theater

Salinas’ Catholic private high school for young girls has all the signs of being under construction – a dirt front patio, construction tape, construction workers carrying wood material and loud drilling noise.

Study: Irrigation affecting global warming

NEW YORK, Sept. 8 (UPI) -- Expanding irrigation is helping feed the world's billions of people and may even mask global warming, but the future could bring problems, scientists say. Irrigation - Global warming - Environment - Climate change - Opposing Views

New book, open house tells story of Emmett irrigation

A celebration is planned for Friday to mark a major milestone in the history of the Emmett valley and Idaho. On Sept. 10, the public is invited to help the Emmett Irrigation District mark the 100th anniversary of it's founding with an open house at the district's office at 222 E. Park St. in Emmett. The celebration will take place on Friday between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to ...

Putnam pushes environmental policy

Increasing access to fruits and vegetables, focusing on Florida seafood and energy producing crops other than corn top the list of priorities for Congressman Adam Putnam in his bid to make a career change.

The Patio in Vero Beach will re-open today as El Toro Mexican restaurant

The historic Sexton family restaurant building, which operated as The Patio Restaurant for 24 years and The New Patio Restaurant since 2008, is re-opening Thursday as El Toro authentic Mexican restaurant.

Peoria will conduct classes on landscaping, water conservation

Peoria will launch a series of free classes this fall about landscaping and water conservation. Classes are free. All that's required is registration.

Smart Gardening Program to Expand

Los Angeles County's innovative Smart Gardening Program is set to expand following recent approval by the Board of Supervisors for the construction of two new smart gardening learning centers in West Whittier and Sylmar. When completed later this year, the centers will provide residents with the opportunity to attend free workshops on smart gardening techniques, including composting, grass ...

A celebration of gardening skills

GARDENERS were rewarded for their hard work at a gardening show at the weekend.

Irrigation's Cooling Effects May Mask Warming For Now

If Water Runs Short, Some Regions May Suffer SignificantlyExpanded irrigation has made it possible to feed the world’s growing billions—and it may also temporarily be counteracting the effects of climate change in some regions, say scientists in a new study. But some major groundwater aquifers, a source of irrigation water, are projected to dry up in coming decades from continuing overuse, and ...

Irrigation season close to normal

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Gardening week ahead: Create a wild flower meadow

Now is a good time to begin creating a wild flower area. Many wild flower seeds need a winter before they can germinate, so autumn is the ideal time to sow.

City approves beer permit for new El Patio location

Approving a beer permit for El Patio Mexican Restaurant, LLC was just about the only business taken care of at the Dyersburg City Board's regular meeting on Monday evening. "Based on the...

ADB provides loans for irrigation, health projects

Nhan Dan Online – The Asian Development Bank (ADB) will provide loans worth US$160 million and a US$11 million grant for Vietnam to improve irrigation infrastructure and expand access to quality health services.

Gardening club's annual meeting

THE annual meeting of the Seavington Gardening Club takes place tomorrow (Thursday, Sept 9) at the Millennium Hall.

Irrigation may offset climate change effects in some regions: Study

Washington, Sept 8 : Expanded irrigation might mitigate the effects of climate change in some areas, a new study has revealed.

Schools get money to participate in Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Program

Several metro-east schools were among the 188 Illinois schools to receive federal funding to participate in the Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Program this school year.

Outdoor Patio Accessories to Fit Any Budget

Eye Level Corporation Introduces New and Affordable Patio Umbrella Stands at the 2010 International Casual Furniture & Accessories Market in Chicago

Edible landscaping

Always on the lookout for something to sell as a fundraiser that’s different, the Baton Rouge Herb Society has come up with — wait for it — olive trees!

Michigan gardeners enjoy summer harvests

Homegrown vegetables are one of the perks of Michigan's warm weather months and gardeners eagerly anticipate their first harvests of the growing season.

Patio furniture reported stolen

A Silver Creek woman told police on Sunday that someone stole her patio furniture, reports stated. According to Floyd County police reports: The furniture was located on the back porch of the Ram...

Irrigation's cooling effects may mask warming in some regions -- for now

Expanded irrigation has made it possible to feed the world's growing billions -- and it may also temporarily be counteracting the effects of climate change in some regions, say scientists. But some sources of irrigation water are projected to dry up in coming decades and when they do, people may face the double whammy of food shortages and higher temperatures. A new study pinpoints where the ...

College converting green lawns to greener native landscaping

GOSHEN, Ind. – Goshen College plans to convert about seven acres of its approximate 55-acres of lawn to native landscaping. As the college's master landscaping plan calls for, the campus will establish several areas of low-profile native grasses and perennial wildflowers.

Party on the Patio raises funds for education

DEARBORN — Dearborn firefighters Matt Rea and Jeff Powell serve as guest bartenders Thursday at the Double Olive outdoor bar for a Party on the Patio fundraising event for the Dearborn Education Foundation.

Gardening Against the Odds

The Gardening Against the Odds awards honour those whose efforts touch the lives of others.

Vegetables rule at Goodmayes allotment festival

THE SUN may have been hiding but Goodmayes annual Allotment Garden Festival didn't disappoint. Wacky vegetables and cute farm animals pulled a crowd of 1,500 to Goodmayes Lane Allotments last Sunday.

Egypt Planning a $10.5 Billion Upgrade of Irrigation Networks, Al Mal Says

Egypt plans to upgrade irrigation networks covering 5 million feddans (5.19 million acres) of agricultural land with an initial cost of 60 billion Egyptian pounds ($10.5 billion), Al Mal reported, citing Agriculture Minister Amin Abaza.

Uncertainty causing irrigation policy delays

The Central Irrigation Trust says uncertainty about the release date of the Murray-Darling Basin plan guide has hindered its ability to formulate policies.

Weekend Gardening 04/09/10

A gardening expert joins us every Saturday to provide some solutions to issues that have been bugging us and this week it is Ben Swane aka The Legend.

Orange Chicken With Vegetables

This is a mild version of Grace Young’s spicy orange chicken, with as much of an emphasis on vegetables as chicken.

Green leafy vegetables can cut risk of diabetes

NEW YORK — Eating more green leafy vegetables can significantly cut the risk of developing diabetes, scientists said on Friday.

Irrigation project to proceed in northwestern Selangor

SABAK BERNAM: The Agriculture and Agrobased Industry Ministry will proceed with the project to upgrade the irrigation channel and retention pond in the north-western part of Selangor, its minister Datuk Seri Noh Omar said.