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  • … Short lemon-yellow ray petals surround the central pincushion mass of fertile flowers throughout the cooler months of spring and fall. It also performs well if the summer months are cooler than … Deadhead (remove old flowers) to promote increased flowering but leave a few to set seed for next year's crop. Plant it in full sun after danger of hard frosts has passed in moderately …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … Though most magnolias claim our attention from the beauty of their flowers, bigleaf magnolia is an eye-catcher because of its enormous leaves. At up to 30" long, the leaves are the largest … are followed by cone-shaped pinkish to orange fruit. Members of the genus Magnolia are known for the stunning beauty of their usually large flowers, which emerge prior to the foliage in … collection includes almost 60 varieties of magnolia and more than 150 plants. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … Even when the kids have schoolwork, it’s still important for them to play outside. Outdoor activities encourage creativity and independent thinking. The good news is that  outdoor play time has many benefits ; a growing body of research shows that nature play … different types of clouds and identify those currently over their heads. The best part about this activity? No tools required. …
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  • … white flowers in May are followed by abundant and persistant red fruit. Fall leaf color is burgundy to bronze. 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 flowers; most bear small fruit that may add visual interest. Many viburnums …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … Miniature flower arrangements offer a charming and whimsical gift for mom, grandma, or anyone special. A nice feature of these tiny bouquets is that you can show off the beauty of small flowers that always sing backup to showier blossoms … then add smaller flowers and herbs around it. Waxflower, baby’s breath, and rosemary complete this delicate arrangement. Not into pink? This yellow cap with baby’s breath and thyme is
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  • … color—and replace it with clean, bright, glowing washes. You will focus on preserving the pure beauty of a transparent watercolor. Explore techniques like glazing and lifting out to enhance luminosity. Learn which colors to select for your palette that let the beauty of the white paper show through, enhancing the vibrancy, clarity, and impact of your watercolor artwork. A supply list will be sent.  This class will be taught online via Zoom. All registrations must be submitted online wo days …
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  • … Satin Doll orchid ( Brassolaelia Sea Urchin 'Satin Doll') is the darkest cultivar of this primary hybrid of  Laelia anceps and Brassovola glauca . It's a very free-flowering plant … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • This orchid needs full sun to partial shade and moist soil conditions. In midwinter it produces … number of genera, each with its own unique characteristics. A common characteristic, however, is the basic form of the flower, which consists of three petals surrounded by three sepals -- … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • This orchid needs partial shade with moist soil conditions. In November and December it produces … number of genera, each with its own unique characteristics. A common characteristic, however, is the basic form of the flower, which consists of three petals surrounded by three sepals -- … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • This orchid needs partial shade with moist soil conditions. From May to June and November to … number of genera, each with its own unique characteristics. A common characteristic, however, is the basic form of the flower, which consists of three petals surrounded by three sepals -- … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant