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September 5th, 2012

Segment 1: Growing indoor topiaries
If you love outdoor topiaries, did you know that it is rather easy to grow certain topiaries indoors? The key is plenty of light and the right variety of plant to tolerate the dry conditions inside.  Most of us are familiar with the English Ivy topiary. Lush and green English ivy will grow successfully indoors with a least 4 hours of very bright light. But the real problem is usually insects, especially spider mites. Spider mites will kill ivy in a matter of just a few weeks.  What to do? Spray your topiary every 4 weeks with a insecticide and miticide. Chris uses a great product called Triple Action Plus by Fertiliome. You can find this  spray at Botanica Gardens in Little Rock or other garden centers.   
 
Other varieties of topiaries include rosemary and the olive tree. Both should be cared for just like you would the English ivy.  Keep moist and do preventive maintenance. Rosemary will require about 6 hours or more of bright light.



Segment 2: The perfect fall wreath
When it comes to decorating for autumn, remember to be different and chose that perfect wreath that is unique and may be a little fun. You can use a berry wreath, but what about one that is covered in green foliage and a snake. Scary,  yes! Or something more elegant like a wreath made entirely from silk white gourds.  The possibilities are endless. But it's time to get that wreath now or create one yourself before the good stuff is gone.

August 29th, 2012 - Stepping Stones and Pickled Squash - watch

August 26th, 2012 - Perfect Containers - watch now

August 10th, 2012 - Delicious apples - watch now

July 25th, 2012 - Memory Jars and Perennial Care - watch now

July 18th, 2012 - Orange Iced Tea - watch segment

July 11th, 2012 - Check out these Butterflies - watch segment

July 4th, 2012 - Zesty Salad is all the rave - watch segment

June 27th, 2012 - July 5th decorating - watch segment

June 6th, 2012 - Wild Animal Containers - watch segment

May 26th, 2012 - Grilled Fruit Smores - watch segment

May 16th, 2012 - Sweet Smelling Shubs - watch segment

May 8th, 2012 - Mothers Day ideas - watch segment

May 2nd, 2012 - Summer Color - watch segment

April 25th, 2012 - Terrariums are the IN thing! - watch segment

April 18th, 2012 - Beet Salad and Deer Proofing - watch segment

April 11th, 2012 - Make your containers HOT - watch segment

April 6th, 2012 - Easter Feast - watch segment

March 28th, 2012 - Great Easter ideas - watch segment

March 21st, 2012 - Made in the shade - watch segment

March 14th, 2012 - Ready for Spring watch now

February 24th, 2012 - Vines on Trees - watch the video

February 22nd, 2012 - Turning Colors with PH - watch the video

February 17th, 2012 - Creating a Great Water Feature - watch the video

February 10th, 2012 - Choosing the right pottery - watch the video

February 3rd, 2012 - Trimming in your yard - watch the video

 

 

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