Articles written by Kate Copsey

Modern methods are now available to help recreate historic gardens. Whether the garden is from Ancient Rome or post Civil War, we have tools to help us rebuild them.

May 29, 2007 - Kate Copsey

Flowers that are grown organically, just like vegetables that are grown organically, are better for the environment.

May 29, 2007 - Kate Copsey

Boxwood, like many other shrubs that make good hedges, needs to be pruned to keep its good look.

May 9, 2007 - Kate Copsey

Summertime is when people go on vacation. If you have containers and potted plants around the house, learn how to keep them healthy while you are away.

May 8, 2007 - Kate Copsey

How to start summer annuals outside in time to enjoy them in the height of the summer.

May 3, 2007 - Kate Copsey

Roses are not difficult to prune but the bloom on them can be effected by how you prune and when you prune. Learn the basics in this article.

May 2, 2007 - Kate Copsey

Heirlooms are the same vegetables and flowers that our grandparents and great grandparents were growing.

Apr 30, 2007 - Kate Copsey

IPM is a simple method of pest control that relies on careful monitoring of plants, accurate identification of the pathogen and least toxic method for control.

Apr 15, 2007 - Kate Copsey

Some vines in trees work well with the tree, but some invade the tree's canopy and eventually kill the tree.

Mar 29, 2007 - Kate Copsey

A few warm sunny days in early spring can fool you into thinking spring is here for good. This is not always true.

Mar 28, 2007 - Kate Copsey

Groundcovers are an attractive way to cover difficult areas such as under trees or steep slopes. They can also reduce the need for expensive mulch.

Mar 15, 2007 - Kate Copsey

One of the major problems with growing seeds, is that although they germinate fine, they languish due to lack of a good light source. Mini greenhouses canhelp.

Mar 6, 2007 - Kate Copsey

Testing the basic soil composition in your garden.is easy. The do-it-at-home test will show you want you need to do to improve the growing conditons.

Jan 29, 2007 - Kate Copsey

Spring is a good time to move shrubs and small trees. Here is how to move them

Jan 15, 2007 - Kate Copsey

Late winter is a great time to prune, because the trees and shrubs are still dormant and you can clearly see the structure of the branches.

Jan 14, 2007 - Kate Copsey

Indoor plant problems are common so midwinter is a good time to check their health. Dust, bugs and fungi can sneak in and are best taken care of promptly.

Jan 10, 2007 - Kate Copsey

National Poinsettia Day, is a day to celebrate the pretty Christmas plant, Poinsettia (Euphorbia pulcherrima). Poinsettias now come in a variety of colors as well!

Dec 12, 2006 - Kate Copsey

Ornamental grasses are both attractive as a feature in the winter garden, but also can give needed food for winter birds.

Nov 28, 2006 - Kate Copsey

With a hard frost past in most areas, fall cleanup of the perennial beds should be underway. Here is what to do and why.

Nov 5, 2006 - Kate Copsey

Although we all enjoy the colorful fall leaves when they are on the trees, they soon come down and need attention. Raking, mulching, bagging are all chores to be done.

Nov 1, 2006 - Kate Copsey

The colors of fall have made their way to the south, where the stunning fall maples are in full color. These bright reds are show stoppers in the early morning sunlight.

Oct 30, 2006 - Kate Copsey

Major snow and ice storms can, and do, cause damage to both young and mature trees. Knowing how to deal with these problems can save both the tree and your life.

Oct 16, 2006 - Kate Copsey

Fall shrubs with berries not only add interest to the late season landscape, but they also provide added nutrients for the many birds that are still around.

Oct 3, 2006 - Kate Copsey

Spring bulbs in the South need cold. You need to give them special attention if you are to be successful with them in the warm winters of the southern USA.

Sep 28, 2006 - Kate Copsey

Traditional garden diaries were hand written but with new technology of blogs and digital cameras, the garden diary can go digital.

Sep 28, 2006 - Kate Copsey

How to store the frost tender bulbs of cannas, dahlias and gladiolus plants over the cold winter months.

Sep 20, 2006 - Kate Copsey

Fall does not always mean the shut down of the garden, there is still plenty of color that can be found with these colorful fall perennials.

Sep 12, 2006 - Kate Copsey

Fall is the most underused season in American Gardens that lie in zones 5 or above. Plant fresh salad greens and perennials in the fall for great results.

Sep 11, 2006 - Kate Copsey

A wetter than usual spring and/or a hotter and drier than usual summer will be reflected in how the garden looks in the late summer.

Aug 30, 2006 - Kate Copsey

Learn how to save seeds from your heirloom vegetables and plants that your grew this year. Saving Heirloom seeds allows you to grow the same ones again next year!

Aug 22, 2006 - Kate Copsey

Harvesting herbs throughout the summer will get maximum oils and the best flavor for preserving. Know which herb to harvest in the spring, summer or fall.

Aug 9, 2006 - Kate Copsey

Gardens in England have been around for centuries. The Romans probably made the first formal gardens in England, but later elaborate gardens were made and still evolve.

Jul 30, 2006 - Kate Copsey

How to grow beautiful cannas (Canna generalis). The most common is the red canna, but others can be found with burgundy leaves and hot orange flowers.

Jul 16, 2006 - Kate Copsey

Summer is not the time to do heavy gardening, but most gardens will require some maintenance. Finding time to relax by using some of these simple tricks.

Jun 21, 2006 - Kate Copsey

Plants that thrive in the heat of summer. From vines to colorful annuals the summer can fun and fancy free for everyone, including the the gardener.

Jun 21, 2006 - Kate Copsey

We no longer learn gardening from our parents, so learn where a new gardener can go to learn how to grow a productive and enjoyable garden.

Jun 12, 2006 - Kate Copsey

Large bodies of water have a major effect on gardens. The Great Lakes in particular cause large snow fall amounts, a very short spring and a miriad of microclimates.

Jun 12, 2006 - Kate Copsey

Even if you have room to grow herbs in the garden, there are some great reasons to grow some herbs in pots too.

Jun 7, 2006 - Kate Copsey

Growing these flavorful herbs next to your grill will tempt you to add them to your cooking.

Jun 7, 2006 - Kate Copsey

Pruning is necessary for the health of the tree. How to decide which branches to prune and which to leave is important.

May 15, 2006 - Kate Copsey

How to prune evergreen trees and shrubs. Growth habits of pines, spruces and other evergreen shrubs are discussed including identifying 'candles' on pine trees.

May 5, 2006 - Kate Copsey

How to prune a shrub and when to prune a shrub. Which shrubs flower on new wood and which on old wood.

May 2, 2006 - Kate Copsey

Gardening on rocky mountain sides presents a set of challenges that are tough on the body as well as the plants. All is not lost though, if you prepare carefully.

Apr 20, 2006 - Kate Copsey

Spring is the ideal time for American Gardeners to take divisions of perennials, spring bulbs, grasses and even multistemmed shrubs. All are easy to do when the plants emerge in the spring.

Apr 14, 2006 - Kate Copsey

Starting the first garden in your new home. Basic design considerations including how much time you want to put into the garden for chores, use of the garden and water considerations.

Mar 27, 2006 - Kate Copsey

A guide to when to start sowing seed indoors. How to decide when to start seeds according to your growing zone.

Mar 20, 2006 - Kate Copsey

Preparing for a new gardening year. Making sure that your American garden is in the best shape possible for the new season.

Mar 12, 2006 - Kate Copsey

How to grow perennial plants from seed. Is it cost effective? Is it different from growing veggies and annuals from Seed?

Feb 22, 2006 - Kate Copsey