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  • … Midwestern native. Plant in full sun in moderately well-drained soils and protect young growth from rabbits and deer. The seed pods are often used in dried flower decorations in fall. Members … pods. Overall habits of the plant are broad-rounded mounds to vase-shaped and range in height from two to five feet. Baptisia are considered easy-to-grow, sun-loving, long-lived perennials …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … 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 -- practical as well as … genus  Betula  includes an indeterminate number of species of the birch tree; estimates range from 30-60. They are native to the cooler, temperate and sub-polar regions of Asia, Europe and …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … Cabbage! In My Granny’s Garden helps young audiences understand that food doesn’t just come from the grocery store: it’s grown in the ground. Audiences of all ages can enjoy a rich, sensory …
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  • … spreading perennial that works well as a colorful ground cover with spring bulbs. Hardy from zones 5 to 8, it prefers moist, partially shaded (and sheltered) conditions and will spread …
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  • … I have far too many bare patches and weeds, and the grass looks too thin. What can I do? A. From mid-August to mid-September is a good time to renovate existing turf. Cultivate those bare …
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  • … I have far too many bare patches and weeds, and the grass looks too thin. What can I do? A. From mid-August to mid-September is a good time to renovate existing turf. Cultivate those bare …
    Type: Plant Info
  • … Large houseplants in plastic pots should be slipped into larger heavier pots to prevent them from falling over in wind. Guard against overexposure to afternoon sun. Carefully monitor for …
    Type: Plant Info
  • … with ½ inch of sharp sand or gravel before setting in bulbs. These products help deter rodents from digging. Cut to the ground all remaining dried perennial material not intended for winter …
    Type: Plant Info
  • … through the not-so-forgiving weather of the Midwest? We have collected stories and studies from the experts to help you through challenging spring showers, late-summer droughts, and …
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  • … like tomato and pepper plants and summer-blooming annuals. Most seeds take six to eight weeks from germination to outdoor planting. Continue to bring houseplants inside at night but outside …
    Type: Plant Info