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Gardens to Visit  (113)

Home and Garden Information Center   

Part of the University of Maryland Cooperative Extension, features include: online publications, master gardener program, gardening questions, timely tips, Chesapeake Bay issues, and invasive species alerts. The plant diagnostics section helps diagnose plant and pest problems.

Homestead Magazine   

Newsletter from John Deere includes articles on gardening and landscaping.

Jacks Small Engines   

Lawn, lawn mower and tractor repair and maintenance guide.

Lawn Care Plans, HYG-1191-93   

Discusses proper lawn care.

Lawn Care Tips   

Includes articles on fertilizing, seeding, watering, mowing and controlling weeds and insects.

My Garden Patch   

Includes tips about garden tools, herbs, lawns, plants, trees, shrubs and vegetables.

Nothing But Seeds   

Seeds including Palms, Bonsai trees, tree seeds, tropical, cacti, vines, herbs, peppers, sunflowers and tomato seeds. Worldwide mail order online seed catalogue and secure server.

Outdoor Power Equipment Institute   

Guide to outdoor power equipment, tips, low emission facts, safety information, seasonal maintenance tips.

Plant Advertisments: Fact versus Fiction   

Compares the claims made for Austrees, Zoysia grass, Canada Green, and the Mosquito Plant with facts deemed reliable. Also provides general guidelines for evaluating claims. (March 15, 1996) "Lawn and Garden" search on: