… white flowers form clouds over the large, blue-gray green leaves with ruffled edges. This is a tough plant, tolerating wet and dry soils, salty water, and cold winter temperatures. For … full sun and rich soil, and protect from cabbage loopers. In medieval Europe, gardeners used to cover the plants with clay pots in early spring to blanch the new foliage and then prepare the creamy white leaves as they would cabbage. …
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… a multitude of cheery gold flowers flecked in orange in the height of summer. Each flower is short lived but he large inflorescence insures a number of flowers will be open during the three week flowering cycle. Highly attractive to smaller pollinator insects the resulting large showy black seeds are relished by songbirds later in the season. Allow to reseed and consider this an annual in your gardens. …
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… performs best in warmer, dry climates. Pink Promise™ hybrid tea rose Rosa 'Coi05R211' is a disease-resistant selection adopted by the American Breast Cancer Foundation to raise funds and promote their cause. Plant this rose in full sun, in moderately fertile and moist soil, and provide room for it to reach a mature size of 4 by 3 feet. …
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… Large 4- to 6-inch double white blooms are produced on long strong stems on this summer-loving annual for sunny, dry locations. Increased resistance to powdery mildew—the bane of zinnias—is a huge plus. Plant this zinnia toward the back of the flower bed so the 4-foot height does not …
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… A native of the tallgrass prairie, Cup Plant ( Silphium perfoliatum ) is an attractive perennial that grows 4 to 10 feet tall. It has large 8-inch-long leaves that are cupped and can hold water (hence its name). In late summer into early fall it produces 3- to 4-inch flowers resembling sunflowers. Cup Plant prefers full sun and loamy soil; it attracts …
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… generations. Join us for an unforgettable night of music that resonates across cultures and is sure to transport you to another continent. …
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… FREEDOM™ witherod viburnum is a smaller, more refined version of the native species notable for its abundant pink fruit. Viburnums are a versatile genus of multi-stemmed shrubs that are well suited to the home landscape due to their range of sizes and cultural adaptability. Some viburnums are noted for their fragrant …
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… New! This seasonal change comes slowly to the Garden and usually requires the photographer to patiently wait for these small-scale subjects to appear. The quality of light is different in spring, when longer days are accompanied by brighter light. Learn the best …
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… New! Celebrate the summer solstice with Bim Willow to craft and create rustic accents and furniture for your home, garden, or porch. Learn the basic techniques of making bent willow furniture. You will select one project to complete during the workshop. Projects are large, so bring a vehicle that can accommodate them. Bring a hammer, hand pruners, and work gloves. No experience is necessary. If desired, register for the Willow Birdhouse Bench class as well. You will have …
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… you’re just getting started or working with an established school garden, this conference is for you. Presenters will provide tips on plant selection and care, with hands-on … demonstrations of techniques for working with soil and plants while making connections to your curriculum. This year’s conference will highlight ways to use gardening to support Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards across grade …
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