… Madame Dahlia, like her name, is a very stately dame; Her family is so polite, it is a joy to meet them, quite. —Elizabeth … Demands Plants that produce such show-stopping flowers do have demands. A full-sun site is best, but some afternoon shade will be tolerated. Dahlias prefer rich soil, amended with compost …
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… This class is a continuing practice designed to be taken in multiple, consecutive sessions. It explores ways … based on the interests of participants. In addition, you will learn simple energy treatments to help friends and family. Prerequisite: Optimize Your Energy I or instructor approval. Devi …
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… Tall upright stems are topped by large lobster-red petals opening to reveal a buttercup yellow interior on this cultivar of single early tulips. In the fall, plant this tulip in well- drained soils and full sun for best flower production. This group of tulips is best enjoyed as forced flowering plants in winter or annuals for spring bloom, as they are not …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Be inspired by the winter containers at the Garden and learn ways to extend your own into the winter season. Then prepare a container with fresh-cut evergreen …
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… Lantanaphyllum viburnum is so named because its foliage is similar to lantana viburnum but more leathery. This hybrid was developed in Holland around 1925. White flowers in May give way to reddish fruit that eventually turns black. Viburnums are a versatile genus of …
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… June through October on this selection noted for an extended season of flower. Tradescantia is adaptable to many types of soil, as long as it is moist and well-drained. It will grow in any amount of … perhaps fewer flowers, in partial to full shade. After flowering declines, cut plants all the way back. This will encourage new growth and a second round of bloom. …
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… has an upright habit and approaches the size of a small tree. White flowers in May give way to red to black fruits; fall foliage is burgundy. Viburnums are a versatile genus of multi-stemmed shrubs that are well suited to the …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… monster, barely contained by its cage, is overwhelming you with tomatoes. What are you to do with them all? Or with the rampant zucchini that grow to the size and texture of baseball … new inspiration for the table, check out the recipes from the Garden Café . Pesto A classic way to use up buckets of basil is making pesto. A simple internet search will make it clear that … tomatoes and many other vegetable plants likely will still be bearing as frost looms. It's best to gather all the harvest well before the last minute, because you never know when the first …
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… Alice oakleaf hydrangea, selected from parents native to the southeast United States, is a deciduous shrub with lobed leaves that resemble oak leaves. The flowers of the oakleaf … and turn to purplish-pink in fall. The glossy, deep-green leaves in spring and summer give way to burgundy-red fall color. The oakleaf hydrangea is a shrub with four seasons of interest, …
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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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