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www.sheptonclassicstone.com maker of dry-cast garden stoneware (patio furniture) stone planters and pots in Shepton Mallet Somerset UK Shepton Classic Stone Facebook page – http Ornamental Garden Stoneware; the list is endless. Ornamental garden stoneware (stone work) comes in many shapes and sizes. There are different types of planters in the form of tubs, troughs and urns. Urns are generally considered to be more for decorative affect than function and are often situated on some sort of pedestal, plinth or pier. Tubs and troughs are often selected by size for the type of plants that they need to accommodate, although obviously decorative preference does come into it. The important thing about garden stoneware is that it should look as if it has been cut or carved from solid stone. It should have a look of quality. Some people do ask if it has been carved from solid stone, which means it has the right quality look about it. Another important thing is that it should be frost proof and in theory last for ever and eventually become antique stoneware in its own right.

Last month we attended the Garden Expo in Madison and meet Scott Parker who introduced us to his peony seed collection. We had purchased 2 tree peony plants last summer and liked the idea of a peony tree. While it takes 3 years to really develop, heres how he recommended we start.

This warm Wisconsin winter has our garden fingers just itching to get digging in the soil. Every gardener has fun making their seed selections for the coming season. These are the seed packets we came home with after a recent visit to our local garden center. Knowing us, these are only the beginning.

Some helpful garden planning tips that will save you a lot of time, money and heartache.

Spring is here so its time to get dirty in the garden. Yes, we just released our 21st book this year and WI Garden — Lets Get Dirty is now available as a helpful guide helping you start your first garden. Whether youre a seasoned gardener or newbie, youll enjoy the tips and techniques we use to produce a healthier home grown organic garden.

Voting for the Walmart contest "Get on the shelf" starts March 7th – April 3th 2012. To vote for this video Please text 3153 to 383838 EVERYDAY or go to the link below www.getontheshelf.com This is a demonstration of the installation of garden borders in my backyard in Riverview Florida. This weekend project took less than fifteen minutes to install. These bricks were designed, carved, vacuum formed and wet cast in my garage. Find this video at Zebra958.

Our Saturday Garden adventure found us talking with Bryon with JenEhr Organic Farm in Sun Praire Wisconsin who is very passionate about their organic vegetables and Sean with Water House Foods Cafe and Bake House from Lake Mills, Wisconsin specialize in delicious whole grain bake goodies some of which are gluten and wheat free with incredible taste, texture, and flavor.

So we headed off to our local Saturday Garden resource with only 2 items on our list. This is what we eneded up bringing home.

Having a Saturday Garden in your community, especially for those of us who live in winter zones is always a delightful trip. We love talking with local growers and entrepreneurs passionate about their products and how bring them to local farmer markets such as this one in West Allis, Wisconsin we thought you would enjoy.

Elephant ears are bulb plants that require shade, daily water, fertilizer and soil activator seaweed spray. Care for elephant ear plants in the months of March through October with this free video on gardening from the owner of a landscaping company. Expert: Bill Elzey Contact: www.showplacelawns.com Bio: Bill Elzey is the owner and manager of Showplace Lawns in Austin, Texas. Filmmaker: Todd Green