Olio in Iowa on MSN: Meet Elwood the world's largest concrete garden gnome
It's been a long time coming, but last weekend I ventured up to Ames to explore Reiman Gardens. But more than anything, I was excited to meet Elwood the World's Largest Concrete Garden Gnome.
WHO13 on MSN: Reiman Gardens teases no more: Baby gnome on the way
AMES, Iowa — Ames’ most famous 15-foot garden resident is about to get company. Reiman Gardens says a baby garden gnome is on the way in Summer 2026, joining Elwood, the 15-foot figure known as the ...
CONCRETE — The Concrete Chamber of Commerce is kicking off the holiday season with its second annual Find the Gnomes Challenge. Gnomes started appearing throughout town on Thursday, and each week more ...
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Here is a quick overview of when to plant the most popular types of vegetables for your spring garden. Scroll down for the full list. Cole crops (broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, lettuce, spinach): Direct seed around March 20 if ground is workable. For better results, start indoors around February 21 and transplant around April 11. Onions, potatoes, and peas: Plant around March 2. If ground is ...