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Baptisia – Both Beautiful and Indestructible!

Baptisia – Both Beautiful and Indestructible!

  • April 22, 2015

This native plant is a superb addition to the ornamental garden.

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May Lawn Care

May Lawn Care

  • April 22, 2015

Lush green grass in May

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ARUGULA AND NECTARINE SALAD

ARUGULA AND NECTARINE SALAD

  • April 10, 2015

A spring salad that brightens any supper.

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Soil Testing

Soil Testing

  • April 5, 2015

One of the best investments a gardener can make.

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“What’s light got to do with it?”

“What’s light got to do with it?”

  • April 5, 2015

Man, I have tried, but have failed to achieve…..

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Insectary?

Insectary?

  • April 5, 2015

What? Attract bugs?

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The Edible Garden Tips & Tasks — April

  • April 5, 2015

I had to ask, “What are practice plants?”

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Catmint — A “Must-Have” Perennial

Catmint — A “Must-Have” Perennial

  • March 30, 2015

Catmint has it all – drought tolerant, deer resistant, long blooming and easy care.

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The Ornamental Garden in April

  • March 27, 2015

April teaches the gardener vigilance and patience.

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March Lawn Care

March Lawn Care

  • February 28, 2015

Prespring tasks for the lawn

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