http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:41:22 -0700 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:31:36 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m11d23-Amaryllis-for-Christmas?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner Now that the winter has turned colder, it's time to turn our attention to indoor garden.  With the upcoming holiday season fast approaching, plant gift giving may be at the top of your list. One of the best-selling flowers for the hol... amaryllis Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:31:36 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m11d23-Amaryllis-for-Christmas?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m11d19-Invasion-of-the-Asian-lady-beetles?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner Is your house being invaded by swarms of lady bugs?  Chances are it is the Asian Lady Beetle and they have been infesting homes and buildings in the United States since the early 1990s. Ladybugs normally are considered beneficial since t... lady bugs lady beetles Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:41:51 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m11d19-Invasion-of-the-Asian-lady-beetles?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m11d19-Kentucky-Gardener-magazine?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner Kentucky Gardener Magazine is a publication for all gardening lovers, especially those from the Bluegrass.   Every edition gives you the following items: FEATURE STORIES - written by expert garden writers and illustrated by beaut... Kentucky Gardener Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:47:54 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m11d19-Kentucky-Gardener-magazine?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m11d19-Upcoming-events-at-the-Lexington-Arboretum?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner A TOUCH OF HOME-MADE FOR THE HOLIDAYS Thursday, DECEMBER 3, 10:00-NOON To get ready for the holidays, participants will craft a table centerpiece in the Williamsburg Tradition, make herbal gifts and edible treats. Workshop is hosted by reti... Lexington Arboretum Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:33:26 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m11d19-Upcoming-events-at-the-Lexington-Arboretum?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m11d18-Raking-fall-leaves?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner During this time of year, many people are wondering why is it necessary to rake leaves off the lawn? After all we spend a lot of time in fall raking leaves - or using leaf blowers.  Is there a sound reason behind raking leaves pertaining to... lawn care leaves Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:13:21 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m11d18-Raking-fall-leaves?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m11d17-Extending-growing-season-in-the-Bluegrass?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner By now, you probably think container gardening - or gardening in general - is coming to an end, but did you know there are some plants which can extend your growing period right up until Christmas?  In the fall, chrysanthemums and pansies are... ornamental cabbage and kale Tue, 17 Nov 2009 06:51:07 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m11d17-Extending-growing-season-in-the-Bluegrass?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m11d13-Food-Friday--Persimmon-Tarts?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner Because Persimmons are in season, I'm giving you 2 great recipes for using these delicious little fruits.   Persimmon Tarts 2 cups persimmon pulp 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon ... persimmons Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:15:34 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m11d13-Food-Friday--Persimmon-Tarts?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m11d12-Whats-growing-around-the-Bluegrass?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner Nandina domestica, commonly known as Heavenly bamboo, is a suckering shrub in the Barberry family.  It is a monotypic genus, with this species as its only member. It is native to eastern Asia from the Himalaya east to Japan. Despite the commo... nandina Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:36:33 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m11d12-Whats-growing-around-the-Bluegrass?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m11d12-Fall-pruning--to-cut-or-not-to-cut?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner According to latest findings in Rodale, publishers of ORGANIC GARDENING, you may want to rethink your fall pruning rituals. Fall Pruning: Don't Do It! As the trees go bare, you might be tempted to start hacking off some limbs, but fall p... Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:15:22 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m11d12-Fall-pruning--to-cut-or-not-to-cut?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m11d8-Upcoming-event-at-Salato-Wildlife-Refuge?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner Gourd BirdhousesNovember 21, 2009 Gourd BirdhousesSaturday, 1 – 4 p.m.Cost: $10. Limit: 20.Participants: Ages 10 and up.If you think winter is for thebirds, you might be right.We have many residentbirds that stay in Kentuckyall year around... Salato Wildlife Refuge Sun, 08 Nov 2009 16:27:18 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m11d8-Upcoming-event-at-Salato-Wildlife-Refuge?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m11d6-Food-Friday--potato-and-parsnip-gratin?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner Because Parsnips like a little taste of frost to make them more delicious, they are probably one of the last things you will be harvesting from your garden.  Why not try this yummy recipe for a cold autumn night?  Comfort food is a ... potatoes parsnips Fri, 06 Nov 2009 07:20:39 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m11d6-Food-Friday--potato-and-parsnip-gratin?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m11d3-Upcoming-event-at-the-Lexington-Arboretum?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner PUTTING YOUR GARDEN TO BED: NO NEED TO SNOOZE WHILE THE PLANTS ARE DORMANT Tuesday, November 10th from 6:00-7:30p.m. Even though the first killing frost of fall has come and gone, there are still plenty of gardening activities i... Lexington Arboretum Tue, 03 Nov 2009 05:54:50 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m11d3-Upcoming-event-at-the-Lexington-Arboretum?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m11d2-Kentucky-Gardener-magazine?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner If you don't already subscribe to KENTUCKY GARDENER magazine, maybe it's time you checked it out. In every issue you will get: REGION REPORTS - Localized advice on what to do in your region of Kentucky each month. HOT PLA... Kentucky Gardener Mon, 02 Nov 2009 07:26:05 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m11d2-Kentucky-Gardener-magazine?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Food-Friday--hearty-pumpkin-stew?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner Looking for an easy meal for your Halloween party or to have for supper before Trick-or-Treating?  This recipe for Hearty Pumpkin Stew is festive and fits the bill. Hearty Pumpkin Stew Ingredients: 1 10 - 12 pound pumpkin ... Pumpkin Stew Fri, 30 Oct 2009 06:20:09 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Food-Friday--hearty-pumpkin-stew?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m10d29-Pumpkin-varieties-for-Halloween?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner It's not too late to pick out that perfect pumpkin for Halloween.  Trick-or-Treat night is coming up Saturday, so why not buy several pumpkins to carve?  Here is a list of some of the favorite varieties of pumpkins you will find at y... pumpkins Thu, 29 Oct 2009 07:18:55 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m10d29-Pumpkin-varieties-for-Halloween?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m10d28-Whats-growing-around-the-Bluegrass--invasive-honeysuckle?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner Many of have probably been noticing the bright red berries of Amur Honeysuckle, or Lonicera Maackii, growing along highways and interstates throughout the Bluegrass region.  This is an extremely invasive, non-native, upright, deciduous shrubs... honeysuckle Wed, 28 Oct 2009 08:09:43 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m10d28-Whats-growing-around-the-Bluegrass--invasive-honeysuckle?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m10d27-Upcoming-event-at-Salato-Wildlife-Wildlife-Refuge?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner Salato Wildlife Refuge - Brown Bag Lunch Series November 4, 2009Brown Bag Lunch Series:Eagle Watching in KentuckyWednesday, Noon – 1 p.m.Cost: Free. Limit: None.Participants: All are welcome!Kentucky has more bald eaglesnow than any time i... Salato Wildlife Refuge Tue, 27 Oct 2009 06:40:35 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m10d27-Upcoming-event-at-Salato-Wildlife-Wildlife-Refuge?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m10d27-Upcoming-events-at-the-Lexington-Arboretum?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner Galen Gates - Director of Plant Collections at the Chicago Botanic Garden will speak on “New Perennial Plant Introductions” at the Gardeners’ Lecture Series, brought to you by the Fayette County Master Gardeners & Fri... Lexington Arboretum Tue, 27 Oct 2009 06:39:10 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m10d27-Upcoming-events-at-the-Lexington-Arboretum?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m10d26-Evolving-Halloween-traditions?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner The Halloween season is upon us and there are many superstitions and symbols connected with this holiday, many coming from the home garden. The Irish have a legend about Jack-o-lanterns telling of a man named Jack who couldn’t enter heaven b... pumpkins Halloween Mon, 26 Oct 2009 06:49:51 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m10d26-Evolving-Halloween-traditions?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m10d22-Food-Friday--country-pear-cobbler?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner Country Pear CobblerBobbi Dawn Rightmyer Country Pear CobblerIngredients:Filling:3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar3 tbsp all-purpose flour1/8 tsp. salt1/8 tsp. ground nutmegDash of cloves2 tbsp lemon juice6 to 8 medium pears, peeled, cored, and ... pears Thu, 22 Oct 2009 22:15:01 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14263-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner~y2009m10d22-Food-Friday--country-pear-cobbler?cid=exrss-Lexington-Gardening-Examiner