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Colleen Smith writes and gardens in a Denver historic district. A longtime contributor to Sunset Magazine, The Denver Post, Colorado Expression and other publications; she studied in University of Iowa’s Writers’ Workshop. She is a fellow of the Salzburg Seminar’s international intellectual community. Visit her Bluestocking blog at colleenwordsmith.blogspot.com.

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Doormats foster tranquility

Doormats not only collect dirt, they make statements, hinting at the personality of the home dweller. You can put out the welcome mat, or, as the case...
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Garden gadgets: better quality lighting systems shine brighter

Those looking to light up their gardens this summer ought to take a dim view of most popular, inexpensive lighting systems. Cheap plastic fixtures...
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Garden gadgets: outdoor lights extend our time outdoors

The wistful reality of the Summer Solstice just days away reminds me that in less than a week, daylight will dwindle as the sun rises a bit later and...
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Got a new reel mower? Try this reader’s tip

Thanks to Ed Duffy, who posted the following comment. I thought this was important to pass on—could make the difference between enjoying your...
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Garden fountains: benefits and considerations

I’ve been to Rome; and I’ve tossed coins in the fountains, which--according to tradition or superstition--assures my return to the Eternal...
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Manual reel mowers: Why we ought to opt for lean, green, mowing machines

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When push comes to shove, manual reel lawn mowers are turning around the turf industry as clean, green mowing machines. Though technologically simple,...
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Garden Gadgets: Watering can with can-do attitude

Metal watering cans add form and function to the garden. Photos by Quincy BentonWatering cans are not crucial to a gardener. You could water...
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Garden gadgets: Tablecloth weights

I like to keep a tablecloth on my little table in my secret garden, but I’m not a fan of plastic ones. I have a few inexpensive cotton...
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Garden gadgets: Big plastic buckets full of benefits for your gardens

I don’t want much plastic in my gardens, but I cherish several five-gallon plastic buckets because they benefit my gardens and me in ways...
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Pinwheels deter birds from poaching crops

Last spring, while reading in my secret garden, I noticed sparrows repeatedly swooping down to peck at my tender baby lettuce. I had noticed...
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