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Q. I have a tropical hibiscus plant that has developed white sticky spots on the leaves and stem. We had the plant outside during the summer, and then brought it indoors last fall. What’s going on? A.
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Q. I have heard of a new type of raised bed system called “keyhole” gardening? What is it? A. An African “keyhole” is a raised bed system and has been used in Africa for a long time.
Q. Is there a good computerized vegetable garden planner out on the Web? A. There are many vegetable garden planners out on the Web.

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    Q. My wife wants to decorate the Christmas tree “naturally” this year with items collected from the landscape and woods.
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