There are many varieties of annuals-such as nasturtium,
salvia, verbena, marigold, and fuchsia—and they bloom =
throughout the season, At your garden ,
purchase a flat of mixed plants of
$20, and that would probably
ae allowance 10 Pots.

 

 

Check out these books:

The Ultimate Container Gardener
by Stephanie Donaldson,

the drainage icles, Tatts Wee of the following aay ic Select Editions. $24.95

your finger deep into the soil to test for
soil has lost its moisture, a a second watering each

Practical Small Gardening
be needed.

by Peter McHoy, Barbara Segall, Stephanie
Donaldson, Lorenz Books. $21.95
Other re for as costs dow

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see if your community has g
kinds of deals you can strike wit
spring sales too.

 
   
     

The Creative Container Gardener
by Elaine Stevens,
Whitecap Books. $17.95

Annuals by The Classic Gardening Series,
Whitecap Books. $8.95

Your local bookstore will have a wide selection of
‘|{books, and your garden centre will be able to tell you
of good books to look into as well. You may find
interesting information on the Internet:
urbangarden.com and www.almanac.com.

Remember that saving money an nhl requires a
__ planning. Build your garden slowly and treasure’ each plan
.. as en receive it. It will om you tremendous pleasure. ~

 

 

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