… Kelly is a native Floridian whose passion for ecology and the outdoors began early in life. She developed a deep appreciation for Florida’s unique … ecosystems while accompanying her mother, a botany professor, on field trips to natural areas, and through canoeing, hiking, and camping with family and friends. She earned her bachelor’s … later, rejoining the SOS Program as Native Seed Coordinator for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). Now based in the Washington, D.C. area, she coordinates wildland native seed …
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… leaves. At up to 30" long, the leaves are the largest of any tree native to North America and give a tropical effect. The large fragrant white flowers arise from a purple base and are followed by cone-shaped pinkish to orange fruit. Members of the genus Magnolia are known … stunning beauty of their usually large flowers, which emerge prior to the foliage in spring, and are often fragrant. While shades of pink are the most common bloom color, the Magnolia …
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… 'Mt. St. Helens' is a lovely coral bells with bright red flowers that appear in late spring and early summer. Attractive green foliage creates a mound 8 inches high and 12 inches wide. In flower the height increases to 18 inches. It prefers sun to partial shade and will attract bees, birds and is resistant to deer. Suitable for containers, perennial borders …
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… flowers appear from within the boat shaped bracts in the axils of the leaves. The leaves and stems are dark purple in bright light and purplish green in deep shade. This non-hardy perennial is very versatile and can be used as a seasonal groundcover, in containers and hanging baskets. Pollinators are …
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… Beat the summer heat by discovering the refreshing world of iced tea. Sample teas and herbs, explore flavor combinations, and learn how to craft the perfect iced tea. Create your own custom blend to take home and enjoy. This fun and interactive class is perfect for both beginners and iced tea lovers …
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… that can reach a height of 45 feet. Originally from China, its shiny green leaves are palmate and deeply lobed. Once established, it has good heat and drought tolerances. It displays brilliant fall colors of yellow and orange with some purple and red. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February …
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… This vine grows to a height of 40 feet with full sun to partial shade and moderate moisture conditions. It has red and orange blooms that attract butterflies and hummingbirds from July through October. It is a ground cover and is resistant to deer. It is …
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… is a popular old-fashioned juniper. It grows to about 5 feet with full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is extremely cold hardy. It has a spreading habit with gray-green foliage and can be used for mass plantings and as a foundation plant, hedge, screen, and specimen. Archived Copy: This content was captured …
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… that grows to a maximum height of 3 feet. It requires full sun, partial or full shade and moist water conditions. In the summer and early fall it produces yellow and orange flowers that attract birds and butterflies.The plant is most useful in a border. …
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… Bright orange tubular flowers are magnets for insect and bird pollinators during the summer months when the foliage intensifies to the renown burgundy and red. The thin leaves have sharp spines along their edge to deter deer and rabbits. Grow in full sun and water enough to keep the foliage turgid. Archived Copy: This …
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