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  • … and orange, becoming purple in the fall. Eastern ninebark is a deciduous shrub that is native to the south-eastern parts of North America, where it is found along streams and in dry areas such as woodlands and rocky areas. Ninebark is named for its peeling bark on mature branches which reveal lighter bark underneath, although this is … In late spring it bears clusters of small pink or white flowers. AMBER JUBILEE® Ninebark grows to a height of 5-6 feet and a width of 4 feet. The plant can be pruned after flowering or cut …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … ninebark that has very dark burgundy, almost black foliage throughout the season and grows to about six feet in height and width with gently arching branches. Eastern ninebark is a deciduous shrub that is native to the south-eastern parts of North America, where it is found along streams and in dry areas such as woodlands and rocky areas. Ninebark is named for its peeling bark on mature branches which reveal lighter bark underneath, although this is …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … am I doing wrong?  Can you give me some growing tips? A:  There are several important factors to keep in mind when gardening in containers. Using an appropriate container is the first thing to be considered. Fancy containers without drainage holes can be tempting but should be avoided … they have limited usage. If you can’t resist using containers with no drainage, see these for instructions on drilling bottom holes. If a container is used that has large drainage holes, …
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  • … Proper garden care in the fall helps ensure healthy plants the next spring. Learn techniques for taking care of your lawn, trees, shrubs, and perennials, including fall fertilizing, … mulching, cutting back plants, and protecting plants from wind and animals. Get pointers for fall planting of woody plants and spring-flowering bulbs.  Tim Johnson, senior director of …
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  • … including German crepe paper, aquarium tubing, and floral tape. This is an ideal class for new crafters, couples, and adults with their parents. Perfect for celebrating Mother’s Day and creating lasting beauty.  Kate Donley, botanical artist …
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  • … in sunny locations and well drained soils. Provide space in between plants and their neighbors for good air movement which decrease the incidence of powdery and downy mildews on the leaves. Great plant for cut flowers as well as at the back of a flower border. …
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  • … New! At this hands-on cooking class, learn how to make delicious gifts that are good to eat and fun to receive at any time of year. Discover how to make decadent truffles, and learn techniques for making a ganache and toasting nuts. Take home gift-sized portions of almond-cherry biscotti …
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  • … The Green Arrow Nootka cypress, native to the Pacific Northwest, is an exceptional conifer that makes a striking statement in the garden. The plant skyrockets upward to 18 to 35 feet, resembling an arrow, while its branches sweep straight downward close to the … 2- to 5-foot skirt at the base as they mature. This evergreen makes the perfect specimen plant for small gardens or tight spaces. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … This shrub, called Viking chokeberry, was developed from a bush native to eastern north America which was widely used by Native Americans to preserve meat due to the high levels of antibacterial and antifungal properties of the juice … eat them. Masses of fragrant white blooms cover this native shrub in spring providing nectar for birds and pollinating insects. Extra large dark purple-black fruit and brilliant red fall …
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  • … DAKOTA PINNACLE® or Fargo Asian white birch was developed at North Dakota State University for its birch borer resistance and unusual columnar habit. The primary ornamental feature of birch trees is the bark. Many of the common names of birch trees refer to the color of the bark -- white, gray, yellow or red. Another signature bark characteristic is its habit of separating into thin sheets; Native Americans used this property to harvest the bark from fallen paperbark birch trees to make canoes, bowls and shelter -- …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant