<![CDATA[Nannette Richford - Yahoo! Voices]]> en-us Copyright 2012 voices.yahoo.com http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Sun, 12 Feb 2012 13:32:14 EDT http://l.yimg.com/ck/siteimg/PP-voices.jpg http://voices.yahoo.com/ Voices <![CDATA[How to Grow Sweet Peas]]> Sweet peas are an old fashioned favorite grown in home gardens. These highly fragrant flowers range in color from pale pastel pinks and yellows to brilliant reds.

Contributor: Nannette Richford
Published: Feb 10, 2012

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/how-grow-sweet-peas-10943938.html <![CDATA[Growing Pole Beans in the Garden]]> Pole beans - like Jack's magical beans - are vigorous climbers that produce an abundance of tender green beans. Plant these beans on poles of trellises for a delicious beans in midsummer.

Contributor: Nannette Richford
Published: Feb 10, 2012

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/growing-pole-beans-garden-10943888.html <![CDATA[What is Deadheading?]]> Deadheading may sound ominous, but gardeners know that deadheading flowers prolongs the blooming period and promotes health.

Contributor: Nannette Richford
Published: Feb 10, 2012

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/what-deadheading-10943856.html <![CDATA[Growing Cherry Tomatoes in Hanging Baskets]]> Fill a hanging basket with bright cherry tomatoes, nasturtiums and an herb or two to create an attractive planter overflowing with ripe tomatoes by mid summer.

Contributor: Nannette Richford
Published: Feb 10, 2012

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/growing-cherry-tomatoes-hanging-baskets-10929141.html <![CDATA[How to Make Compost Tea]]> Compost improves its texture while releasing nutrients. For those occasions when working it into the soil is not practical - make compost tea. Tea won't change the texture, of course, but it will provide nutrients.

Contributor: Nannette Richford
Published: Feb 10, 2012

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/how-compost-tea-10929108.html <![CDATA[How to Grow Spinach in the Home Garden]]> Spinach is an easy-to-grow vegetable packed with vitamins and minerals. Although you aren't likely to become as strong as Popeye from a single serving, you will provide your family with fresh salad fixings.

Contributor: Nannette Richford
Published: Feb 10, 2012

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/how-grow-spinach-home-garden-10929059.html <![CDATA[Balcony Gardens Add Color and Style]]> Living in an apartment or condo is no excuse to give up gardening. Try these tips for creating an attractive and functional balcony garden.

Contributor: Nannette Richford
Published: Feb 03, 2012

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/balcony-gardens-add-color-style-10919125.html <![CDATA[Five Easy Flowers for Kids]]> Kids love growing their own garden, but don't always have the skills or patience needed to wait for seeds to germinate and flowers to bloom. These easy-to-grow flowers grow rapidly and produce kid-friendly blooms.

Contributor: Nannette Richford
Published: Feb 02, 2012

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/five-easy-flowers-kids-10896427.html <![CDATA[Five Fun Vegetables for Kids to Grow]]> Most kids love gardening - if they are allowed to grow their own vegetables. Give your a child his own plot of land and the seeds he needs to grow these five fun vegetables and watch his enthusiasm grow.

Contributor: Nannette Richford
Published: Feb 02, 2012

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/five-fun-vegetables-kids-grow-10896369.html <![CDATA[Growing Leaf Lettuce in the Home Garden]]> Leaf lettuce grows quickly producing few greens for garden salads within a few weeks, making this one of the earliest vegetables in the spring.

Contributor: Nannette Richford
Published: Feb 02, 2012

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/growing-leaf-lettuce-home-garden-10896319.html <![CDATA[How to Grow Carrots in the Home Garden]]> Carrots grown it the home garden are sweet and crisp making them a favorite with kids - but they aren't the only ones who enjoy carrots. Grow extra carrots and store them for winter use.

Contributor: Nannette Richford
Published: Jan 23, 2012

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/how-grow-carrots-home-garden-10845097.html <![CDATA[Growing Beets in the Home Garden]]> Beets provide on of the first green vegetables in the spring as their delicate leaves are harvested and steamed for nutritious beet greens or added to fresh salads for both color and flavor.

Contributor: Nannette Richford
Published: Jan 23, 2012

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/growing-beets-home-garden-10844779.html <![CDATA[Growing Radishes in the Home Garden]]> Radishes grow quickly, maturing in as few as 30 days, making them the perfect addition to children's gardens.

Contributor: Nannette Richford
Published: Jan 23, 2012

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/growing-radishes-home-garden-10844745.html <![CDATA[Growing Zucchini in the Home Garden]]> Growing zucchini in the home garden provides you with the makings for fresh garden salads, vegetable stir-fries and tasty vegetable lasagna.

Contributor: Nannette Richford
Published: Jan 13, 2012

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/growing-zucchini-home-garden-10810845.html <![CDATA[Growing Corn in the Home Garden]]> Golden ears of corn straight from the grill adds flavor and color to your meals. Growing it yourself in your home garden keeps it at your fingertips when company calls or you decide on that last minute BBQ.

Contributor: Nannette Richford
Published: Jan 13, 2012

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/growing-corn-home-garden-10810629.html <![CDATA[How to Grow Sugar Snap Peas]]> Growing sugar snap peas in the garden requires little work and rewards you with plump pods bursting with flavor. Eat snap peas raw with dip for a healthy snack or add them to stir-fries to enhance flavor and add color.

Contributor: Nannette Richford
Published: Jan 13, 2012

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/how-grow-sugar-snap-peas-10810509.html <![CDATA[Growing Onions in the Home Garden]]> Growing onions in the home garden gives you the flexibility to choose the onion you prefer, instead of relying on those commonly available in your area. Learn how to plant and care for onions in your garden.

Contributor: Nannette Richford
Published: Jan 13, 2012

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/growing-onions-home-garden-10800241.html <![CDATA[Causes and Remedies for Chapped, Cracked, or Splitting Lips]]> Occasional chapped lips is normal and can typically be treated with lip balm - but cracked and split lips take are a little more difficult to take care of. Find out what's causes your chapped lips and how to prevent them.

Contributor: Nannette Richford
Published: Jan 13, 2012

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/causes-remedies-chapped-cracked-splitting-10800045.html <![CDATA[Growing Beans in the Home Garden]]> Growing beans in the home garden provides an abundance of tender young pods ready for cooking. Learn how to plant and care for bean plants in the home garden.

Contributor: Nannette Richford
Published: Jan 13, 2012

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/growing-beans-home-garden-10800143.html <![CDATA[Attracting Birds to Your Backyard]]> Birds add color and movement to the yard, but it takes more than a bird feeder to keep them coming back. Learn how to create a safe and inviting area for birds.

Contributor: Nannette Richford
Published: Jan 13, 2012

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