… deciduous cultivar was developed at the National Arboretum and introduced in 1990. It can grow to a height of 40’ with a similar spread. It has mottled bark that provides winter interest. It prefers full sun in average, well-drained soil. It needs to be well watered until established, but does not tolerate constantly wet conditions. Dutch elm disease is usually not a problem for this tree. …
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… KOLORSCAPE® LEMON FIZZ™ Shrub Rose Deep glossy-green foliage provides the backdrop for deep yellow, semi-double flowers featuring orange stamens from mid-June to the first hard frosts in October. This rose is disease tolerant, which means that gardeners will want to select locations in full sun and moderately rich, well-drained moist soils, and with no nearby …
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… rich magenta flowers on slender spikes above the foliage are an obvious pollinator attractant for insects and hummingbirds alike. In addition to its beautiful flowers, it is also a source of protein-rich seeds (sold as chia) and has … Like other members of the genus, the plant tissues contain a number of bio-active chemicals to deter herbivores, etc. …
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… New! Experience the bold flavors of Thailand’s street food with spice-forward curries designed for the heat of summer. In this hands-on class, learn to prepare delicious, classic dishes packed with flavor to heat up (and cool down) your summer. This cooking experience will awaken your taste buds. Meg …
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… teas and herbs, explore different flavor combinations, and then create your own custom blend to take home. Perfect for both newcomers and tea enthusiasts, this class offers a fun opportunity to experiment and savor a personalized tea experience. Joe & LaShanda Lewis, owners, The Irie …
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… teas and herbs, explore different flavor combinations, and then create your own custom blend to take home. Perfect for both newcomers and tea enthusiasts, this class offers a fun opportunity to experiment and savor a personalized tea experience. Joe & LaShanda Lewis, owners, The Irie …
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… Native to the United States, this coneflower is an upright clump-forming perennial that grows in both moist and dry soils to 3 feet tall, often forming large colonies in the wild. It features orange or yellow daisy-like flowers and blooms profusely from July through October, and is well-suited for cutting. Plant in the border, prairie, or cottage garden where it will attract birds and …
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… deutzia is a small shrub with thin, arching branches and small, toothed leaves. It grows to only 2 to 4 feet in height and is recommended for use in mass planting, hedges, or shrub borders. This native of Japan blooms in late May or …
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… Magnolia Betty is notable for its vibrant reddish-purple blossoms and relatively small shrubby stature. It is one of the … series developed by the U.S. National Arboretum in 1962. Betty blooms in mid-spring about 2 to 4 weeks after the star and saucer magnolias. Members of the genus Magnolia are known for the 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 …
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… -- yellow from M. acuminata and hardy and star-shaped from M. stellata . It was named to the Award of Garden Merit list for magnolias by the Royal Horticultural Society in 2012. Members of the genus Magnolia are known for the 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 …
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