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Allen Smith's Garden Home features gardening articles, tips, and creative projects. en-us Thu, 23 May 2013 14:07:45 -0400 Caleb Rash webmaster@pallensmith.com (Web Master) http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/wine-cork-party-favor?utm_source=pas_rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pas_rss_feed http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/wine-cork-party-favor Mon, 05 Nov 2012 16:51:30 EST http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/how-to-select-the-right-size-shrub?utm_source=pas_rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pas_rss_feed http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/how-to-select-the-right-size-shrub Shrubs are a key element for building good garden bones so it's important to get their placement right An outofplace shrub is a lot like a misaligned nose on a face it throws the whole picture off Fri, 10 Aug 2012 13:49:24 EDT http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/a-modern-farmhouse-kitchen?utm_source=pas_rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pas_rss_feed http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/a-modern-farmhouse-kitchen Updating or designing a kitchen Get some inspiration from the modern farm house style of the kitchen at Moss Mountain Farm Wed, 18 Apr 2012 09:22:12 EDT http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/1-2-3-done-corralling-mint?utm_source=pas_rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pas_rss_feed http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/1-2-3-done-corralling-mint Get the inside scoop on different varieties of mint and a clever way to keep from getting confused Tue, 03 Apr 2012 16:51:15 EDT http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/colorful-containers-of-mint?utm_source=pas_rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pas_rss_feed http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/colorful-containers-of-mint You may have a black thumb but this 123 Done project will make your garden colorful in no time Fri, 30 Mar 2012 18:08:03 EDT http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/seeds-for-direct-sowing?utm_source=pas_rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pas_rss_feed http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/seeds-for-direct-sowing Fri, 30 Mar 2012 15:03:50 EDT http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/soil-prep-for-edibles?utm_source=pas_rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pas_rss_feed http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/soil-prep-for-edibles It's time to plant a fresh crop of cool season vegetables in the office vegetable garden A great opportunity to share the steps for prepping raised beds for a new season Wed, 07 Mar 2012 10:16:51 EST http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/Grow-Box-Self-Watering-Container-Review?utm_source=pas_rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pas_rss_feed http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/Grow-Box-Self-Watering-Container-Review One of the joys of gardening is trying out something new I love to test new methods plants and productsThe selfwatering planter weve been testing is called the Grow Box from The Garden Patch Fri, 24 Feb 2012 10:13:59 EST http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/pas-gardens-gardening-with-kids?utm_source=pas_rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pas_rss_feed http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/pas-gardens-gardening-with-kids It's a show all about getting kids interested in gardening Learn about a family friendly daffodil festival in Camden Arkansas a fun herb garden project how to start seedlings and try a recipe from the Menasha Hunting and Fishing Club Mon, 21 Jan 2013 15:43:22 EST http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/heirloom-and-heritage-whats-the-difference?utm_source=pas_rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pas_rss_feed http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/heirloom-and-heritage-whats-the-difference You don't have to be a foodie or a farmer to know the terms quotheirloomquot or quotheritagequot In fact just a trip to your local grocery or farmer's market can get you curious about the labels on your food Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:42:01 EST http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/marge-says-february-is-pet-dental-month?utm_source=pas_rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pas_rss_feed http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/marge-says-february-is-pet-dental-month My cat Marge left me a note about February being pet dental month Of course Marge being Marge it was more of a lecture than a reminder Here's what she wrote to me Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:05:54 EST http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/pas-gardens-playful-pets?utm_source=pas_rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pas_rss_feed http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/pas-gardens-playful-pets In this episode of P Allen Smith Gardens we're exploring the world of pets Not just cats and dogs but goats chickens and songbirds too Discover why raising goats is rewarding and learn about some of the poultry at the Garden Home Retreat Plus see how to make a treat that will attract birds to your garden Fri, 19 Oct 2012 17:57:10 EDT http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/pas-gardens-indoor-gardens?utm_source=pas_rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pas_rss_feed http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/pas-gardens-indoor-gardens Take a break from cold winter weather in this episode of P Allen Smith Gardens Visit a historic house in Arkansas learn about easy care herbs and caring for houseplants and try a recipe for Citrus Honey Cheesecake Wed, 02 Jan 2013 17:08:01 EST http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/6-tips-for-selecting-interior-paint?utm_source=pas_rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pas_rss_feed http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/6-tips-for-selecting-interior-paint Are you looking for a way to freshen up your home Well look no further than your local paint store Fri, 20 Jan 2012 11:26:04 EST http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/bird-seed-cakes?utm_source=pas_rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pas_rss_feed http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/bird-seed-cakes A great way to invite birds into your garden is to make these really easy bird seed treats Wed, 21 Dec 2011 09:43:12 EST http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/paperwhites-for-the-holidays?utm_source=pas_rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pas_rss_feed http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/paperwhites-for-the-holidays One of the most enjoyable flowers for blooming indoors during the fall and winter is the paperwhite narcissus If you pot some up around Thanksgiving you can use them in your holiday decorations Thu, 01 Dec 2011 10:22:58 EST http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/designing-the-p.-allen-smith-holiday-collection?utm_source=pas_rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pas_rss_feed http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/designing-the-p.-allen-smith-holiday-collection Wondering about the inspiration behind the P Allen Smith Holiday Collection Find out in this article plus learn a few tips for personalizing the pieces Fri, 18 Nov 2011 11:34:05 EST http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/design-tips-from-the-rose-garden?utm_source=pas_rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pas_rss_feed http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/design-tips-from-the-rose-garden The rose garden at the Garden Home Retreat is a pretty good size but the principles used to design with roses apply to any space big and small Thu, 17 Nov 2011 14:45:13 EST http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/plant-like-a-tulipmaniac?utm_source=pas_rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pas_rss_feed http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/plant-like-a-tulipmaniac When Tulipmania swept through Holland in the 1600s who would have guessed that the most prized blooms were the result of a virus Thanks to hybridizers you can plant varieties that look similar to the ones gardeners planted 400 years ago and you won't have to sell your house to pay for them Thu, 17 Nov 2011 12:14:40 EST http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/stargazer-lily-and-dahlia-bouquet?utm_source=pas_rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pas_rss_feed http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/stargazer-lily-and-dahlia-bouquet Plant Stargazer lilies and pink dahlias together in spring to enjoy their summer blooms both in the garden and indoors as a cut flower arrangement Thu, 17 Nov 2011 10:42:31 EST http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/holiday-decorating-ideas-greenery?utm_source=pas_rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pas_rss_feed http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/holiday-decorating-ideas-greenery Fresh greenery whether its cut from the garden or purchased is a renewable resource and a quick way to infuse your home with that lovely holiday scent There are many ways to include fresh greenery around your home for the holidays Fri, 11 Nov 2011 11:26:02 EST http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/keeping-greenery-fresh-during-the-holidays?utm_source=pas_rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pas_rss_feed http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/keeping-greenery-fresh-during-the-holidays Theres nothing quite like the aroma and look of fresh holiday greenery There are some things you can do to make the freshness last much longer Its all about retaining moisture in the foliage Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:05:29 EST http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/three-ways-to-decorate-with-a-wreath?utm_source=pas_rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pas_rss_feed http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/three-ways-to-decorate-with-a-wreath The wreath is one of my favorite holiday decorations The circular shape and symbolism of everlasting life are appealing to me and I use them in a variety of ways beyond hanging on the front door Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:18:06 EST http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/pas-gardens-holiday-happenings?utm_source=pas_rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pas_rss_feed http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/pas-gardens-holiday-happenings Hows your to do list looking With the holidays upon us it must be getting long In this episode of P Allen Smith Gardens youll see some ideas that will come in handy this season including a fun apple tablescape a gift for your favorite gardener and a fabulous apple tarte tatin recipe Tue, 30 Oct 2012 12:56:56 EDT http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/three-steps-to-improve-graden-soil?utm_source=pas_rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pas_rss_feed http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/three-steps-to-improve-graden-soil Soil sun water and plant selection are the key components for successful growing Get these four things right and you are on the road to a beautiful and productive garden Of these elements soil seems to be the most puzzling Wed, 02 Nov 2011 14:41:54 EDT