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The son, grandson, and great-grandson of farmers and gardeners, Douglas L. Bishop, the chief editor of gardenvoice.com, was born and raised on a small farm in east Tennessee. Much of his love for and his knowledge of gardening came from those early days. He received a degree in Forestry from the University of Tennessee and has worked in some aspect of horticulture or landscape management all his life. Visit the Garden Articles and Landscaping Advice on GardenVoice.com for more information.

Honey: Homeopathic Treatment for Seasonal Allergies

"Let food be your medicine," Hippocrates implored a couple of thousand years ago. Honey remains one of the best food/medicine choices available. Read

By: Douglas L. Bishop | 22/08/2008 | Medicine

Doves in the Flowerpot

Sometimes, Nature gives us unexpected gifts. Such was our great fortune when a pair of mourning doves decided an unplanted flowerpot on our back deck railing would make an appropriate location for the birth of their little ones. Read

By: Douglas L. Bishop | 01/06/2008 | Nature

Getting the Most From Your String Trimmer

If you have grass as a part of your landscape, the most important tool you’ll need other than a lawnmower is a string trimmer. Read

By: Douglas L. Bishop | 27/05/2008 | Tools & Equipment

The Farmers' Market: Think Globally, Act Locally

There’s probably no better place to practice the environmental awareness credo of “think globally, act locally” than at your local farmers’ market. Read

By: Douglas L. Bishop | 06/05/2008 | Environment

Journey Through the Mysterious Land of Lawnmowers: Ride or Walk?

Discover the size and style of mower that is best suited to your home and to your needs as you read about the benefits of riding mowers versus push mowers. Read

By: Douglas L. Bishop | 30/04/2008 | Tools & Equipment

Dogwood Trees - How to Add Contrast to Your Home Landscape

Although nearly 100 species are found in the dogwood family (Cornaceae), only a few varieties are used in home landscaping. The two most popular dogwoods are the Flowering dogwood (Cornus florida) and Kousa dogwood (Cornus kousa), which is sometimes referred to as Asian dogwood. Read

By: Douglas L. Bishop | 22/04/2008 | Gardening

Sharpening Mower Blades

Sharp blades give a sharp appearance to your lawn. By the same token, dull mower blades leave your lawn looking shaggy and poorly cared for. Learn how to keep your yard looking its best by keeping your mower in good condition. Read

By: Douglas L. Bishop | 22/04/2008 | Gardening