Finally, a squirrel thwarter
Aurora gardener Susie Garcia has finally figured out something the neighborhood squirrels are reluctant to feast on: Goldy Honey Bear sunflowers. “They are huge and gorgeous (can grow over 6 feet tall) and the squirrel that eats my peaches, tomatoes and anything he can get his hands and feet on does not bother them, as the seeds are hidden behind the petals. I used them as borders in my yard.” Sunflower Goldy Honey Bear Organic Seed, Helianthus annuus, $2.99 from Botanical Interests in Broomfield.
DIY DIVA
Making light of heavy projects
We’re all in favor of guidance delivered in “10-best” lists, which is why Judith Adam’s “Landscape Planning: Practical Techniques for the Home Gardener” is so appealing. The second edition, revised and expanded from the 2002 printing, includes easy step-by-step instructions for tough projects, such as installing garden terraces and pavers, help with planning a landscape that reflects your personal style and 27 lists of the best-performing plants for your property. Firefly Books, $29.95
