Some cultures believed evergreens symbolized immortality, protection and future prosperity, which resulted in decorating their homes with boughs of fir and wreaths. (Courtesy MelindaMyers.com)
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Colorful poinsettias and flowering Thanksgiving or Christmas cactus fill garden centers and homes during the holiday season. If you saved your plants from last year, it is time to get started forcing them into bloom for the upcoming holidays.
Starting between late September and October 1st, cover or move your
Plan and plant a variety of colorful spring flowering bulbs this fall to welcome in spring with a beautiful floral display. Fill garden beds with deer- and rabbit-resistant bulbs like daffodils, hyacinths, alliums, fritillaria and ranunculus.
Deciding how many bulbs are needed to make an impact can be challenging.