The All Summer Long Garden/Birder Giveaway #5 is about to begin with this fabulous Avant Garden Decor Antoinette Floor Planter. It's a perfect match to Giveaway #4 and not only beautiful but practical as well. I know not everyone has a deck railing or an overhang for hanging baskets. Then this planter would be perfect for you. The Antoinette Floor Planter looks just as pretty on a table on the patio as it does sitting on a cut off stump in a natural setting. It's very nicely weighted and its ball feet are planted firmly on the ground. In other words, "It ain't goin' nowhere!" This planter also comes with a coco liner which holds and releases moisture into the soil. What more could you ask for in a planter!
Here's the thing - TWO lucky people will be chosen to receive one of these planters. And all you have to do to win is this:
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This Giveaway ends on Thursday, July 7, 2011 at midnight ET.
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I enjoyed learning about all the different ways to decorate your yard. Especially about arbors, trellis' and such and things to think about in using each of them.
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I learned that herbs that do particularly well in container gardens include parsley, chervil, oregano and thyme!
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I learned that,"There are no absolutes when planting seeds other than the fact that most seeds require well drained soil, water and sunlight to grow and thrive. However, planting seeds indoors allows you more control of guaranteeing the success of your plants' growth!"
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I learned that for an indoor herb garden you need to check the soil regularly for moisture, and watered when necessary.
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I learned that hot water and vinegar is a good weed killer. We have gravel pathways that always need weeding. I shall give this a try and save my knees.
I learned you can make your own pesticides and herbicides with garlic and herbs, and I have to admit I never thought of recycling bath water - great idea!
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I learned this: When planting outdoor flowers remember some flowers grow better in shade than others, some need richer soil, and some need more water. So consider all these aspects before planting outdoor flowers
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Window boxes are great for an indoor herb garden because they fit nicely on a window sill and get plenty of natural light.
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I learned...Planting outdoor flowers isn’t difficult, but your soil must be properly prepared.
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I just learned that most vegetables need at least 6 hours of sunlight daily.
I learned that seed starting indoors increases success in getting a plant.
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I never thought about planting perennials in containers but now Im thinking that with our ugly winters I might start and then we wouldnt lose so many year to year.
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I learned that "Plants that do look particularly attractive in hanging garden baskets include impatiens, which thrives in the shade, petunias and lobelias, or plant deep green ferns and hardy geraniums."
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I learned that herbs that do particularly well in container gardens include parsley, chervil, oregano and thyme. Thanks for another great giveaway!
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The Learning Center.. .I watched video on how to stake up veggie plants...very informative
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I learned that containers for growing herbs indoors should match the height and shape of the plants to be grown.
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I learned that your soil must be properly prepared before planting
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I like the critter control section. Went to put my hands in the soil to plat a few things and a cat has been using my flower bed for a litter box!! That has got to stop!
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I learned that herbs are easily grown indoors as long as you pay attention to the drainage and check the moisture content.
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I like the idea about adding a small citrus tree to a planter for vertical interest.
I learned that herbs can be grown indoors.
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-I learned: Parsley, sage, rosemary, thyme, basil and oregano are perfect herbs to use in an indoor herb garden. An indoor herb garden might also include chervil, chives, marjoram and mint.
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I learned that the soil in any indoor herb garden will also need to be checked regularly for moisture, and watered when necessary. Lastly, a well-planned indoor herb garden will thrive in any typical room temperature, however, remember to check the herb packaging for specific guidelines and care before setting up and indoor herb garden.
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I learned when choosing garden seeds think about what types of planters you will be using. Some garden seeds are specific for ground soil, while others do just fine in any type of container.
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Learned a great tip: Vegetable garden tips for container colors: darker containers need more watering because dark colors absorb more heat. If you use a dark container, position it in a semi-shaded area. Thanks for the giveaway.
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I learned that herbs that do the best in container gardens are parsley, chervil, oregano, and thyme.
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Good vegetable garden tips to follow include companion planting. Companion planting is recommended in all veggie gardens.
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