… Good Earth An elder taught me that mshkeke is the Potawatomi word we use for medicine , but the literal translation is good Earth . There is a family story about how my … plants. These plant relatives have continuously offered their teachings and provide a path for healing for myself and my loved ones. Below are four examples from my own experience; I’m a … for your mshkeke. The act of growing and caring for plants is mshkeke. I find that some of the best conversations, problem solving, and idea creating is done in the garden. Take a walk through …
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… ages 5 – 14, younger siblings are welcome The Garden has opportunities designed specifically for Homeschool families and groups. Come and participate in guided, plant-based opportunities, … ages 5 – 14, younger siblings are welcome The Garden has opportunities designed specifically for Homeschool families and groups. Come and participate in guided, plant-based opportunities, …
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… of year to plant spring-flowering bulbs in the garden, it is difficult to remember where to place them in relation to existing bulbs. When bulbs begin to emerge throughout spring, take …
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Q. We often use fresh ginger root in cooking. Can I actually plant this root and cultivate it as a houseplant? A. Zingiber officinale is a beautiful tropical plant (hardy in zone 10) that produces tall (2-foot), reed-like stems and dense flower spikes. The rhizome from which it grows is the common ginger of cuisine. Native to India and Malaysia, this ginger would be difficult to grow without a …
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… scapes will increase the height to 20 inches when in bloom, and when the inflorescences dry in place. It prefers partial shade but will tolerate full sun. In milder climates the foliage will …
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… the plant may enter dormancy and drop leaves. As new growth appears toward the end of winter, place the plant in the brightest light available until the danger of frost has passed. 골드 핑거 …
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… guards those secrets. We leaf-peepers can only watch in wonder. The Perfect Ingredients for Fall Color For maximum fall color, a tree must be healthy and well watered. It also needs an ideal … and wood shelter, built in the manner of a Civilian Conservation Corps project, marks a good place for a future adventure and walk in the woods . It's Color to the Right, Color to the Left …
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… not just in May, but in February. Yes, now is the time to start planning and planting for an uplifting display of blooms—the early risers—that can grace your home landscape from late … important, these early bloomers provide protein-rich nectar and pollen—the first fresh food for hungry bees that emerge on a sunny day after a long winter. As their name implies, snowdrops … purple, and white, often poke their heads above a shallow blanket of snow on sunny days. Place them in planting beds near a walkway so that you can enjoy their cheery bright flowers on a …
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… whether the plants can recover. “There’s not a lot you can do at this point but make a note for fall to protect the plants. For now, it’s scout and monitor your garden once or twice a week.” Be Proactive Tiddens is taking … anybody.” Preparing for winter plant protection begins in late August when barriers are put in place. “We wrap snow fencing around the trunk of young, smooth-barked trees to protect them from …
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… allowing moisture to penetrate deeper. And the very same organic matter makes it easier for naturally fast-draining sandy soils to retain more life-sustaining moisture. Adding a layer … on top of the soil reduces evaporation and keeps fast-growing weeds from winning the battle for scarce moisture. But mulch also makes it less likely that rain-saturated soils will become … able or even unable to sustain themselves during drought. Choose Plants Carefully Perhaps the best way to have a weather-tolerant landscape is by selecting plants with a natural ability to …
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