… program emphasizing environmental plant biology and conservation. Addressing a growing need for expertise in plant science and conservation, the master's of science and doctoral degree … work completed in year one and research emphasized in year two. Scholarships are available for full-time students; students wishing to be considered for them should indicate this on their application. Students wishing to attend part-time are also …
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… overnight, then spray the solution on the leaves of your plants. Repeat once weekly. Looking for a stronger solution? Buy garlic oil concentrate at your local garden center to add to your … or put at the base of your fencing to deter rabbits from digging underneath. Looking for one-on-one tomato assistance? Contact our Plant Information Service for a personal diagnosis and recommendations. … overnight, then spray the solution on the leaves of your plants. Repeat once weekly. Looking for a stronger solution? Buy garlic oil concentrate at your local garden center to add to your …
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… miniature environments promote imagination, creative play, and nurturing behaviors. Click for a larger view of this natural, homemade fairy hideaway constructed from natural materials … never too old or too young Fairy gardens can be static or interactive, and offer opportunities for engagement and creation for all ages. Try these variations: Children: Small figurines are fun for playing pretend in the …
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… Description: Look near bird-feeding stations from late fall through early spring for this erratic Garden visitor. …
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… Description: Look for this common migrant warbler and possible breeder in any wooded habitat at the Garden. …
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… Description: Look for this common nesting bird near low conifers where it prefers to build its nests. …
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… Description: Look for this warbler-like bird in any wooded area of the Garden, especially McDonald Woods. …
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… a judged exhibit of flowers, vegetables, herbs and houseplants. Plants will be available for sale. …
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… orchard—on its property. Does yours? Today, there's resurgent interest in growing fruit trees, for a number of intriguing reasons. With all kinds of fruit trees flowering at the Garden this month (34 apple varieties in the Fruit & Vegetable Garden alone!), it's a good time for smart gardeners to "tour the trees" and to start the process of growing your own fruit. In modern times, fruit trees fell out of favor with homeowners, who opted for "landscape" trees in their yards instead. Truth be told, fruit trees are both marvelous …
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… gardens. Zinnias are planted in nearly every one of our 27 display gardens. One of the best for cut flowers, 'Benary's Giant' (1,000 of them!) makes a big statement in the English Oak … Coral Rose zinnia ( Zinnia Marylandica ) is an outstanding performer with low water needs for your summer garden. Zinnias work fast If there's an easier flower to grow, we'd like to know … her soil—she simply sprinkles seeds wherever she'd like a few zinnias, waters those spots for a couple of days, and lets zinnias' easy-to-grow nature take its course. Zinnias work …
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