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Sprig awakening: they're bright, bold, and borderline intoxicating ... so why do we limit ourselves to a restrained sprinkling of fresh herbs? Chef Jerry Traunfeld of Seattle restaurant Poppy has spent three decades promoting herbs from garnish to main ingredient. Now he shares his secrets for unlocking their magic.		Apr 1, 2013	1541
Houseplants go glam: striking shapes, sizes, and colors ma them more spectacular than ever.		Feb 1, 2013	900
Wild wreaths: two designers reimagine the holiday classic and share tips to make your own.		Dec 1, 2012	533
The dry look.		Jun 1, 2012	358
Pop-up backyard: having people over this weekend? Spruce up your space fast with easy ideas from style expert Caitlin Atkinson.	Brief article	Jun 1, 2012	232
Divide and conquer: one garden, four outdoor rooms--this small East Bay backyard has it all.		May 1, 2012	344
Beauty for the planting: the tale of one family's first real kitchen garden, and how it grew ... like mad!		Apr 1, 2012	740
Dig in: the gear you need for planting.	Brief article	Apr 1, 2012	219
The great swap: planning this year's garden? Choose edibles in place of the usual suspects.		Jan 1, 2012	518
Tear that fence down! How two San Francisco homeowners created their own private park.		Aug 1, 2011	198
Salvage secrets: recycled paving and low-water plants refresh a city garden.		Jun 1, 2011	253
Grow an edible plot in pots: they're pretty enough to take center stage.	Book review	Apr 1, 2011	128
Front yard facelift: one backyard-deprived Portland gardener finds a playful space to call her own.		Feb 1, 2011	327
Custom blends: use containers to add instant autumn to your porch or patio: harvest gold.	Brief article	Oct 1, 2010	137
Custom blends: use containers to add instant autumn to your porch or patio: falling for cocoa.	Brief article	Oct 1, 2010	112
Custom blends: Use containers to add instant autumn to your porch or patio: wine punch.	Brief article	Oct 1, 2010	125
The full spectrum: set out seedlings now to get flashy, good-for-you crops this winter and spring.		Oct 1, 2010	132
Three easy pieces: get a high-impact look in 15 minutes flat.	Brief article	Apr 1, 2010	126
Eat your borders: make the most of a small sunny garden by using herbs and veggies as ornamentals.		Apr 1, 2010	213
Edible heirlooms: plan for the future--grow old-time fruits and vegetables from seed.		Mar 1, 2010	497
Eureka moment: meet the lemon that took the gardening world by storm--if you plant only one citrus this year, make it this tree.		Mar 1, 2010	352
The art of growing art: succulents in frames are making a comeback. here's how to make your own.	Brief article	Feb 1, 2010	246
A touch of frost: create a showstopper centerpiece in less than 20 minutes.	Brief article	Dec 1, 2009	152
Stealing beauty: sometimes your garden's best feature lies outside your property.		Oct 1, 2009	454
Perfect for a small space: grow daffodils in pots: plant bulbs now for a springtime flower show.	Brief article	Sep 1, 2009	214
The new season: cool greens: plant these leafy crops now for fresh salads and stir-fries all winter.	Brief article	Sep 1, 2009	297
Made in the shade: a California garden designer shares her secrets for creating a cool getaway.		Aug 1, 2009	546
Grow a salad bar: sow seeds now for your own fresh greens through fall.		Aug 1, 2009	164
Santa Cruz.		Jun 1, 2009	507
Grow veggies in a tiny bed: here's what you can fit into a 2-, 3-, or 4-foot square pocket garden.	Brief article	May 1, 2009	113
Hot-color flower garden: temper fiery tones with cool chocolate hues for dramatic flower beds and bouquets.		Apr 1, 2009	500
The city farmer Justin Wiener.		Apr 1, 2009	380
Lawn-free and loving it: landscape designer Roberta Walker, tired of endlessly watering, weeding, and mowing the 50-foot square lawn in her Sacramento front yard, got rid of her turf and started over.		Feb 1, 2009	253
Floating on air; Undemanding tillandsias are the ultimate easy-care houseplants.	Brief article	Jan 1, 2009	189
City escape: lush plants and clean lines create an urban retreat.		Jan 1, 2009	170
Simple, with soul; designer Cisco Pinedo proves that filling a home with family--not stuff--is the key to cozy.		Jan 1, 2009	810
The giving garden: a bland backyard becomes a lush landscape for healing.		Dec 1, 2008	532
Country cool: a circular patio in the Alexander Valley embraces its shade tree.	Brief article	Nov 1, 2008	148
What to do in Northern California.		Aug 1, 2008	562
What to do in Northern California.		Jun 1, 2008	556
Intimate retreat; How to make every detail count in a tiny urban backyard.		May 1, 2008	361
What to do in Northern California.		May 1, 2008	578
Your best-ever veggie garden: we designed it, you plant it: all the freshest-tasting, easiest-to-grow summer crops in the ultimate small-space garden.		Mar 1, 2008	666
Gardeners' play stations: two perfect places to exercise your green thumb, whether you're a dabbler or a devotee.		Feb 1, 2008	481
Winter's flower: from rich jewel tones to subtle pinks and creams, hellebores bring early color to your cool-season garden.		Feb 1, 2008	317
Geometry lesson: how to use shape and color to link house and landscape.		Feb 1, 2008	355
What to do in your garden: February.		Feb 1, 2008	624
Lush retreat: create a garden room that lives like a peaceful island-style oasis.		Jan 1, 2008	434
What to do in your garden: January.		Jan 1, 2008	635
Quick winter spruce-ups: use seasonal colors to create an elegant new look with a palette of burgundy, bright green, and white. Here are 8 smart ways to refresh your garden.	Brief article	Dec 1, 2007	565
What to do in your garden: December.		Dec 1, 2007	623
How to force paperwhites: coax the sweet spring-flowering bulbs into winter bloom in pebble- and water-filled glass bowls.		Nov 1, 2007	513
Terraced retreat: use multilevel patios to create a series of backyard destinations.		Nov 1, 2007	388
Kale in containers: grow these versatile ornamentals for cool-season color.		Nov 1, 2007	421
What to do in your garden: November.		Nov 1, 2007	619
Fall color in containers: mix richly hued foliage plants in earth-toned pots to display on your porch or patio.		Oct 1, 2007	655
Coastal gem: choose easy-care plants for year-round appeal in a small front yard.		Oct 1, 2007	411
What to do in your garden.		Oct 1, 2007	604
Artful landscape; Design vignettes to look good from both near and far.		Sep 1, 2007	387
How to plant a cool pot: pair white-flowered plants with bluish foliage.		Aug 1, 2007	372
Outdoor great room: a covered patio is the ultimate escape for family play and parties.		Aug 1, 2007	437
Front-yard facelift: an inviting courtyard turns a dilapidated lawn into a friendly retreat.		Aug 1, 2007	760
What to do in your garden: August.		Aug 1, 2007	598
View from the top: terraced living spaces make the most of a sloped city lot.		Jul 1, 2007	415
What to do in your garden July.		Jul 1, 2007	608
Tiny urban gem: simple techniques make a city garden look and feel larger.		Jun 1, 2007	370
What to do in your garden June.		Jun 1, 2007	597
Rose border: mix shrub and climbing types with perennials for abundant bloom over a long season.		May 1, 2007	367
What to do in your garden May.		May 1, 2007	631
Seamless garden flow: join multiple outdoor rooms with focal points and a unified color scheme.		Apr 1, 2007	403
What to do in your garden April.	Buyers guide	Apr 1, 2007	580
Side-yard makeover: tricks for transforming an underused space into a true garden destination.		Mar 1, 2007	782
Serene view: plant soothing greenery for year-round appeal outside a window.		Mar 1, 2007	424
What to do in your garden March.		Mar 1, 2007	560
Graphic revamp: bold shapes and simple plantings help a small Palo Alto garden appear larger.		Feb 1, 2007	354
What to do in your garden: February.		Feb 1, 2007	588
What to do in your garden January.		Jan 1, 2007	602
Vibrant retreat: bring a lively spirit to your garden with bold lines and vivid colors.		Nov 1, 2006	664
What to do in your garden November.		Nov 1, 2006	630
Halloween in a pot: celebrate the season with orange and black plants.	Brief article	Oct 1, 2006	129
Country retreat: how to use playful plantings, rustic materials, and color to inspire your landscape.	Brief article	Oct 1, 2006	307
What to do in your garden October.		Oct 1, 2006	661
How to divide perennials: give these spring bloomers a fresh start now.		Sep 1, 2006	368
Backyard oasis: lessons in transforming a little-used space into a haven for outdoor living.		Sep 1, 2006	323
What to do in your garden: September.		Sep 1, 2006	606
Easy retreat: unfussy plants fringe a garden hideway near Sonoma.	Brief article	Aug 1, 2006	202
Path trick.	Brief article	Aug 1, 2006	164
Carefree bloomer.	Brief article	Aug 1, 2006	141
Smitten with succulents: reinvent your garden with these versatile plants.	Company overview	Aug 1, 2006	405
Small-space salad box: build an easy-access planter.		Aug 1, 2006	454
What to do in your garden in August.		Aug 1, 2006	638
Vibrant raised bed: a stone planter doubles as a room divider and fountain.		Jul 1, 2006	206
Bookshelf.	Book review	Jul 1, 2006	150
What to do in your garden in July.		Jul 1, 2006	492
Simple spruce-ups: easy ways to keep your garden looking good all season.		Jun 1, 2006	601
Border in pots: clustered containers dress a wine country courtyard.		Jun 1, 2006	196
Events.	Calendar	Jun 1, 2006	202
Colorful trio.	Brief article	Jun 1, 2006	146
What to do in your garden in June.		Jun 1, 2006	612
Small space secrets: simple strategies help a tiny garden live large.	Brief article	May 1, 2006	185