GARDENS


Glass sculptures shine at flower show

Glass sculptures shine at flower show

2013-05-18 00:13:44

Artists fool and delight the eye with beautiful glass creations among the plants at Phipps Conservatory's summer flower show.


Plant sale to aid cancer patient

2013-05-18 00:06:29

Flower Lady offers plants from her garden to help friend with cancer.


Cyclamen can grow outdoors

2013-05-18 00:05:11

Hardy cyclamen a great choice for ground cover in shaded areas as long as the soil drains well.


Gardening Shorts

2013-05-18 00:03:39

Dahlia sale; Composting workshop; Bonsai show; Greensburg Garden Tour


Local Dispatch: Blooms of amaryllis appear intertwined with family history

Local Dispatch: Blooms of amaryllis appear intertwined with family history

2013-05-15 00:05:48

This potted plant has been in family 32 years, and it just keeps getting better.


For the love of figs

For the love of figs

2013-05-11 00:13:12

Italian immigrants have uncovered innovative ways to grow sweet figs in Western Pennsylvania's climate.


White gardens shine at night under moon's glow

White gardens shine at night under moon's glow

2013-05-11 00:13:06

Moon gardens offer magic of an all white garden dressed up for a night out.


Wonderful wisteria

Wonderful wisteria

2013-05-11 00:11:55

If there is one plant that can dominate a garden, it's Chinese wisteria.


Two 4-petaled trilliums found

Two 4-petaled trilliums found

2013-05-11 00:09:03

Local residents turn up four-petaled versions of white, red trillium, which gets its name from its usual three.


You also can grow fig trees in containers

You also can grow fig trees in containers

2013-05-11 00:05:31

Growing fig trees in containers is an easier way to grow your own nature's candy.


Summer baskets can dazzle as floral art

Summer baskets can dazzle as floral art

2013-05-04 00:17:31

Go with color, vertical elements and coconut liners to create breathtaking spring basekets.


Butler garden tour June 15

2013-05-04 00:16:23

Butler County Symphony Association's second annual garden tour will be June 15.


Botanist monk joins hunt for 4-petaled trillium

Botanist monk joins hunt for 4-petaled trillium

2013-05-04 00:12:46

Looking for Father Max's four-petaled trillium is a great excuse to get out in the woods of Westmoreland County.


Store seeds in airtight container, mark date

2013-05-04 00:09:08

The number of years vegetable seeds remain viable varies widely depending on what you're growing.


Garden contest springs forward

2013-05-04 00:05:30

Post-Gazette and Pittsburgh Botanic Garden kick off 11th annual Great Gardens Contest.


Phipps Summer Flower Show

Phipps Summer Flower Show

2013-04-27 00:32:06

The annual Phipps Conservatory Summer Flower Show opens today.


Queen of the Vines rules with proper siting, pruning

Queen of the Vines rules with proper siting, pruning

2013-04-27 00:11:46

Clematis vine earns its royal nickname with huge variety of blooms, colors and styles.


Home and Garden Notes: Author to show how to make fairy houses

2013-04-20 00:19:03

How-to program on fairy house construction, hard-to-recyle item collection, plant sale coming up.


Fighting dandelions

2013-04-20 00:14:35

Dig dandelions instead of spraying.


Expert warns against tilling soil

2013-04-20 00:10:58

Don't use a rotary tiller to improve spring soil. Add compost, other amendments.


More than space, pollination is the key to bearing fruit

2013-04-20 00:07:56

Small space in the garden doesn't have to limit what kind of fruit trees you grow.


This time of year, furry vine indicates poison ivy's presence

This time of year, furry vine indicates poison ivy's presence

2013-04-20 00:07:36

Even when there are no "leaves of three," here's a way to identify -- and stay away from -- poison ivy.


Snowball viburnum absolutely stunning

Snowball viburnum absolutely stunning

2013-04-20 00:06:56

Chinese snowball viburnum is a large and flashy import well worth a spot in the garden.


Phipps Summer Flower Show to open

2013-04-20 00:04:34

Phipps Summer Flower show features flowers, towers, mammoth skeletons, birds and other art made from glass.


Easy to breed plants, expert tells gardeners

Easy to breed plants, expert tells gardeners

2013-04-13 00:13:10

Joseph Tychonievich is author of a new book on plant breeding for the home gardener.


Gardening events

2013-04-13 00:10:49

Michael Bros. Nursery in West Deer is hosting a free Spring Preview Party from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. today.


Alpines are for gardeners who are thinking 'fairy' small

Alpines are for gardeners who are thinking 'fairy' small

2013-04-13 00:09:10

Nursery manager Joseph Tychonievich comes to town April 20 to lecture on the subject of alpines and rock gardening.


The sweet smell of geraniums

The sweet smell of geraniums

2013-04-13 00:03:40

Scented geraniums provide fragrance in the garden and flavor in the kitchen.


Home and Garden Notes: Celebrate 100 years of garden glory at Chelsea Flower Show

2013-04-06 00:13:08

Trip to Chelsea Flower Show in England, Butler and South Hills home shows, repair classes, garden talks and plant sales.


A wildflower walk in Westmoreland County, searching for signs of spring

A wildflower walk in Westmoreland County, searching for signs of spring

2013-04-06 00:12:48

Has anyone seen spring? Cedar Creek Park in Rostraver is a good place to look for early blooming wildflowers.


Picking plants that fit your lifestyle

Picking plants that fit your lifestyle

2013-04-06 00:11:12

Author brings tough-love gardening mantra to the Garden & Landscape Symposium of Western Pennsylvania on April 20.


'Homestead Purple' verbena still leads the pack

'Homestead Purple' verbena still leads the pack

2013-04-06 00:08:19

'Homestead Purple' verbena stands above the others in hardiness, color and all-around good looks.


Rosemary in garden an aromatic delight

Rosemary in garden an aromatic delight

2013-03-30 00:14:57

If you always thought of rosemary as a tasty herb for poultry or pork, you're missing what it has to offer in the landscape.


Rose rosette disease can take down even 'Knock Out' roses

Rose rosette disease can take down even 'Knock Out' roses

2013-03-30 00:11:26

Rose rosette disease can travel from multiflora roses to your garden roses. Nip it in the bud.


Home and Garden Notes: Art in Bloom at Carnegie Museum to feature editor of Luxe Life

2013-03-30 00:07:35

"Gracious Living" talk at Art in Bloom, first South Hills Home Show, Garden & Landscape Symposium set; daffodil show canceled.


Garden Notes: Flower Tents offer Easter flowers; daffodil show on tap

2013-03-23 00:12:32

Two Flower Tents have opened in the area. These seasonal garden shops will sell plants through Easter, March 31.


Orchid Society plans world-class orchid collection at Phipps

Orchid Society plans world-class orchid collection at Phipps

2013-03-23 00:03:10

Orchid Society show hopes to snag new orchid enthusiasts.


Hot List: Cultural events on tap for the weekend

Hot List: Cultural events on tap for the weekend

2013-03-21 00:06:07

PSO plays "The B-Sides" with Mason Bates, "Campus Superstar" at Hillel JUC, "Bubble Time" at Intl. Children's Theater, orchids at Phipps ...


Plant alternatives to avoid disease plaguing impatiens

Plant alternatives to avoid disease plaguing impatiens

2013-03-16 00:05:42

An epidemic is facing impatiens. What will this season hold for gardeners?


Orchid Society to hold annual show; pruning lecture; Old Economy program

2013-03-16 00:03:54

The Orchid Society of Western Pennsylvania will host its annual free show next weekend at the Phipps Garden Center.


These hardy roses will make a garden brim with color

These hardy roses will make a garden brim with color

2013-03-16 00:02:37

Glauca, rugosas, tough climbers and miniatures may be the secrets to success when growing roses in the garden.


Some ways to force blooms from a wisteria

2013-03-09 00:15:59

Wisteria plants going through a juvenile growth stage can take five to 10 years before producing flowers.


Phipps unveils its flowery secrets

Phipps unveils its flowery secrets

2013-03-09 00:11:14

Step into 'The Secret Garden' at Phipps Conservatory's spring flower show opening today.


Phipps hosts Yoga Festival

2013-03-02 00:11:40

Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens in Oakland is hosting a Yoga Festival through Thursday.


Seed-growing tip

2013-03-02 00:10:08

Seeds grow well under 4-foot shop lights, but make sure the lamps can be lowered and raised to keep the bulbs 4 to 6 inches above the


Horticultural oil controls spotted spider mites

2013-03-02 00:09:50

Two-spotted spider mites are the culprits for bleached-out palms. They can be controlled by horticultural oil.


Powdery mildew looks bad but won't kill lilacs

2013-02-23 00:18:27

Powdery mildew looks bad on lilacs but isn't life-threatening. Try resistant cultivars.


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