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  • Thanksgiving by Oregon Coast Gardening on Nov 22, 2009 in health

    I always gain about ten pounds during the first two months of the rainy weather. I think it's the combination of the sudden drop in activity along with the sadness that accompanies the realization that gardening season is over. Playing in my yard is...

  • African Violets by Oregon Coast Gardening on Nov 19, 2009 in houseplants

    I love the internet. At the touch of the mouse you can get information on almost anything. And the mouse isn't nearly as heavy as my gardening books. And, so, when it was time to do something about my African Violets, it was to the world wide web I w...

  • Zonal Geraniums by Oregon Coast Gardening on Nov 18, 2009 in winter chores

    Many gardeners plant zonal geraniums as an annual. I have to admit that I have done that for many years as well. This year I'm going to overwinter.One method suggested is to dig them up, cut back by two thirds, clean the soil from the roots, and hang...

  • Indoor Projects by Oregon Coast Gardening on Nov 13, 2009 in fall color winter projects

    It's the middle of November. It's been raining for days and days. All the indoor plants have been washed and repotted. What's a gardener to do? It's actually a wonderful time to think about getting the kids involved in watching things grow. One way t...

  • Staying in Shape by Oregon Coast Gardening on Nov 11, 2009 in health

    I'm no spring chicken. As a matter of fact, I don't even remember being a spring chicken. So, now that the rainy days are here, it's time to incorporate some inside activities that will keep me in shape for gardening season. I could join a gym. They...

  • Reasons for Growing Your Own by Oregon Coast Gardening on Nov 7, 2009 in vegetables

    There are a lot of reasons for growing your own fruits and vegetables. For one, it's fun. Also, edibles fresh from the vine simply have more flavor. But there is a very important but often ignored motivation: it reduces the risk of getting sick from...