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- 7:09 PM, May. 16, 2013
Right start makes sure new conifers stay ever green
- By Nancy Szerlag
Steven Courtney, manager of Michigan State University's Hidden Lake Gardens in Tipton, is my new go-to guy when I have questions about conifers.
- May. 10, 2013
- OPINION
- COLUMNISTS
- By Nancy Szerlag
Roses back thanks to new, hardier varieties

There was a time when roses were the most popular flowers in the garden. But over the years they fell from favor, having gained a reputation for high maintenance and lack of winter hardiness. Gardeners eschewing the use of chemicals turned their noses up at plants that require spraying to keep them looking good.
- May. 3, 2013
- OPINION
- COLUMNISTS
- By Nancy Szerlag
Symbiotic relationships can help plants thrive

If you read gardening magazines, you may be familiar with the term "mycorrhizae" that describes a symbiotic relationship between certain fungi and plants. If the "M" word is new to you, let me fill you in on some of the "buzz."
- Apr. 26, 2013
- OPINION
- COLUMNISTS
- By Nancy Szerlag
Read temperature, not calendar, for best planting times

There was a time when Michigan's weather patterns were fairly consistent, and gardeners could use their calendars to decide when to plant.
- Apr. 19, 2013
- OPINION
- COLUMNISTS
- By Nancy Szerlag
Straw bales make smart growing choice

If you�d like to grow vegetables but don�t have the time or space to do an in-ground garden or the bucks to spend on large containers and heaps of potting soil, consider planting a straw bale garden.

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Nancy Szerlag

Right start makes sure new conifers stay ever green

Roses back thanks to new, hardier varieties

Symbiotic relationships can help plants thrive

Read temperature, not calendar, for best planting times

Straw bales make smart growing choice

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