… The eggs overwinter on the debris and hatch in April and early May when new leaves are 5 to 6 inches high. The larvae enter the leaves a few inches above the ground and eat irregular tunnels in leaf tissue for 10 days to two weeks. They then bore into the rhizome and and continue to feed until mid-July. In late …
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… tree with shiny green leaves, showy clusters of creamy white flowers that bloom from May to June, round white fruit, and red foliage in the fall. Native to the Midwest, it grows 15 to 20 feet tall and is often found in the wild at the edge of … be pruned to a tree form. It is fast growing and suckers profusely, making it an ideal plant for controlling soil erosion along the banks of streams. It will colonize so it can be used as a …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Eupatorium perfoliatum is a member of the Asteraceae (Aster) plant family, native to the central and eastern regions of North America. It features masses of white flowers in September and October. The 2' to 3' plants are frequently swarmed by a number of species of butterflies, who feast upon the … believed that the leaves wrapped around the stem indicated that this plant was good for healing broken bones; assigning medicinal properties based upon the physical characteristics …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Also known as snakeroot, comb flower, hedgehog, and to the native Potawatomi as ashosikwimia'kuk, which means "smells like muskrat scent," Echinacea is a quintessential midwestern native that dots prairies from Illinois to Virginia, and Louisiana to Georgia. This late-summer bloom is not only a popular choice of … should allow some of the seedlings to survive in order to keep this plant in their gardens for seasons to come. Herbal Powers Traditionally used to treat a range of infections and …
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… As Senior Manager of Seed Projects and Partnerships, I’m working to build connections and resources to expand the supply of native seeds for ecological restoration. Collaborating with partners, we are working to build capacity at …
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… have bent under the weight of this winter’s ice and snow. Is there anything I should do to straighten them? A. In most cases, bent branches will slowly recover, returning to an upright position without manipulation. Larger evergreen branches may take several months to … like boxwoods and yews have a good chance of recovering. It is important to examine the shrubs for broken or split branches and to prune those back to a main branch. If any branches are …
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… Get ready for summer grilling with enhanced flavors in the form of spice rubs and marinades in this cooking … the difference the process of brining has on meat, and take home a batch of sage-garlic brine to use at home. Taste and take home recipes for spicy ribeye with salsa butter and chicken … In addition, participants will mix up batches of provençal herb rub and fragrant chili rub to put the sizzle in their grilled vegetables and meat dishes all summer long. Mary Kay Gill, …
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… Q. I received a lovely ivy topiary for the holidays and need some watering and fertilizing information. A. Ivy prefers bright light and rather cool indoor conditions. Water the soil when it feels dry to the touch and fertilize monthly during the growing season, using a dilute fertilizer of 5-10-5 … well as a regular washing of the foliage. If possible, move the topiary outside in the summer to a partially shaded location, but watch the increased need for watering at that time. …
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… New! Get ready for the holiday season with delicious make-ahead drinks for easy entertaining. Learn the art of batching cocktails, smart party-planning tips, and creative ways to use up those final herbs from your outdoor garden. Sample a variety of beverages made with … complete with recipes and step-by-step instructions. As a bonus, leave with a new herb plant to kick off your own windowsill garden. Alcohol will be served; participants must be 21 years of …
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… Fertilize roses for the third and final time at the end of the month with a liquid 20-20-20 fertilizer. Do not fertilize after August 1. Continue to deadhead roses by cutting flowers back to the first set of five leaflets. Monitor roses closely for blackspot. Remove any leaves that …
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