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  • … Monday through Friday, seasonally 10 – 11 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 10 – 11:30 a.m. for 90-minute programs A 1:5 ratio of chaperones to students is required. Maximum number of … growing right there? Discover and examine different seed structures that enable plants to get around. This program illustrates how the shape of an object helps it function to solve a … to explain how these trees have unique adaptations that help them survive in their habitat. Visit the enchanting Wonderland Express exhibition after the program. NGSS: LS1.A, LS4.D …
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  • … fine, needle-shaped, silver-gray foliage makes it effective both as a contrast plant and for use in silver or white "moon gardens." There is even a white-flowering cultivar,  Lavandula angustifolia  'Alba', available for those who prefer the simple elegance of an all-silver garden, or as an even sharper contrast … the flowers have the strongest aroma. The scent also attracts bees, which is an added bonus for any garden. The lavender plant does well in full sun in soil that is dry, well-drained, and …
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  • … The good news is that they’re all easy to grow. If you have a spot that gets at least six to eight hours … via Wikimedia commons [ CC BY 2.0 ] Red Norland Potato   The Garden has featured potatoes for about a decade. “We harvest about 40 to 50 pounds per variety,” Hilgenberg says. That 40- to … small pieces. Each piece should have at least one or two eyes. Let the cut seed potatoes dry for a few days before you plant them. This allows the potato to form a callus and reduces the …
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  • … Q: What should we consider when choosing shrubs for our home landscape A: The saying “right plant…right place” is essential to keep in mind when … to high demand and supply disruptions arising from the COVID-19 pandemic. Key considerations for shrub selection fall into three categories: Aesthetic considerations relate to the appearance … is monocultures. Too many of the same species concentrated in one location is an invitation for disease and insect pests to raise havoc. Large plantings should be distributed among multiple …
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  • … Q:  I'd like to divide and store my Iris plants for the winter. What is the best way to do this? A:   Iris plants are best divided after … weather. It is not advisable to remove the rhizomes from the ground and store them indoors for the winter. Iris rhizomes may become soft or develop fungal problems, and will dry out from …
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  • … Q. What variety of lavender is the best for planting in our area? I'm especially interested in an intensely fragrant variety. A. Although … lavender flowers contain a very high concentration of the aromatic oil glands responsible for lavender's fabulous fragrance. You might try any one of the following cultivars: 'Munstead' …
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  • … Skies, a lightly sparkling, floral-citrus blend that tastes like sunshine in a glass. Perfect for tea lovers and curious sippers. Joe & LaShanda Lewis, owners, The Irie Cup ITW Kitchen 3, …
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  • … Autumn Activities at the Library Visit the Lenhardt Library for self-guided fun fall activities geared for children ages 2-5, accompanied by a caregiver. … November:  Nursery rhymes. Read, sing, and retell favorite rhymes with puppets December: Visit the felt figure display of characters from fairy tales and classic children’s stories … Visit the Lenhardt Library for self-guided fun fall activities geared for children ages 2-5, …
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  • … R. Leacock, J. L. Mata, and Q.-X. Wu. 2005. Assessment of tree species richness as a surrogate for macrofungal species richness. Biological Conservation 121:99-110. Hawksworth, D. L. and G. M. … 112: 463-473. Dahlberg, A. and G.M. Mueller. 2011. Applying IUCN Red Listing Criteria for assessing and reporting on the conservation status of fungal species. Fungal Ecology 4: … and biotic indicators to measure success in forest landscape restoration. Restoration Ecology 26:5-12. Ainsworth, A.M, C. Canteiro, A. Dahlberg, B. Douglas, G. Furci, D. Minter, G.M. Mueller, …
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  • … bulbs on hand, specialty catalogs and retailers often recommend and stock the best varieties for forcing. To start an indoor bulb garden, use shallow pots 4 to 12 inches wide with drainage … planted now will provide color at a time when winter's grip often leaves gardeners longing for natural beauty. …
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