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Dwarf Mulberries: An In-Depth Guide
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Dwarf Mulberries: An In-Depth Guide

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Baked Mac and Cheese
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Baked Mac and Cheese

The Perfect, Bubbly Brown Crust Enjoy this hearty mac and cheese recipe that's sure to please a crowd. The addition...
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Want to Use your Fall Leaves?
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Want to Use your Fall Leaves?

So, you want to use your fall leaves in your compost pile? Well, that is a great idea, but there...
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Planting Fruit Trees in the Fall
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Planting Fruit Trees in the Fall

You have probably heard that you can plant your fruit trees in the spring. Well, that is correct. You surely...
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Fall Planting: What is Hydro Zoning?
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Fall Planting: What is Hydro Zoning?

Watering your fall plants As autumn approaches and you prepare for your fall planting, it's important to consider the most...
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The Secret to Growing Rhododendrons: Tips from the Pros
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The Secret to Growing Rhododendrons: Tips from the Pros

Rhododendron Rhododendrons have long been a favorite among gardeners for their thick, glossy evergreen leaves and clusters of beautiful trumpet-shaped...
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Insects with Benefits. It’s a Thing.
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Insects with Benefits. It’s a Thing.

  Did you know that certain insects have the potential to act as natural pesticides?  Insects with benefits! These beneficial...
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Native, Kousa, and Hybrid Dogwoods
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Native, Kousa, and Hybrid Dogwoods

There are a lot of different dogwoods on the market. You might be wondering what the real difference is. Just...
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Dogwoods: The Right Way
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Dogwoods: The Right Way

Hybrid pink dogwood You may find it hard to find a dogwood tree by late April. That is because a...
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Should You Plant Cover Crops?
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Should You Plant Cover Crops?

When you think of planting cover crops, you probably think that only huge farms do that. Well, you would be...
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Southern Living Squash Casserole
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Southern Living Squash Casserole

 I found this squash casserole recipe on the Southern Living website. You may know that we carry a lot of...
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Good vs. Evil- The Humingbird Moth
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Good vs. Evil- The Humingbird Moth

Good vs. evil- the hummingbird moth. If you have ever seen one of these beautiful, graceful insects, you have probably...
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A”hoy”a!  Learning how to grow Hoya
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A”hoy”a! Learning how to grow Hoya

Rope Hoya Many different types of hoya can be grown but we will take the next few minutes to focus...
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Gardener’s Lasagna
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Gardener’s Lasagna

Gardeners Lasagna Gardener’s Lasagna   2 medium zucchinis sliced lengthwise 1 lb. ground beef 1 onion diced 1 small green...
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A Lazy Guide to Summer Watering
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A Lazy Guide to Summer Watering

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Wading Through the Weeds
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Wading Through the Weeds

If you have ever removed weeds from your garden, only to find they have seemingly sprung back to life with...
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12 Things to do in Late July-August
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12 Things to do in Late July-August

Picture by Peggy Choucair This is the month to begin to think about fall. So we have compiled a short...
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Tomato Hornworms & Parasitic Wasps
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Tomato Hornworms & Parasitic Wasps

tomato hornworm If you plant tomatoes in your garden every year, it is highly probable that you have come across...
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A Passion for Pollinators
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A Passion for Pollinators

June is the month of pollinators. And, if you are like me, you are passionate about pollinators. Hence, we should...
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Don’t Fear the Spider Plant
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Don’t Fear the Spider Plant

Spider Plant Most houseplant enthusiasts are familiar with the beloved spider plant (Chlorophytum comosum). It is also called Airplane Plant....
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September 19, 2023
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Planting Fruit Trees in the Fall

You have probably heard that you can plant your fruit trees in the spring. Well, that is correct. You surely can. However that really does not […]
September 13, 2023
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The Secret to Growing Rhododendrons: Tips from the Pros

Rhododendrons have long been a favorite among gardeners for their thick, glossy evergreen leaves and clusters of beautiful trumpet-shaped blooms. Their beauty is hard to beat, […]
September 12, 2023

Insects with Benefits. It’s a Thing.

  Did you know that certain insects have the potential to act as natural pesticides?  Insects with benefits! These beneficial bugs can assist in keeping plant-damaging […]
August 31, 2023
Dogwoods, pink dogwood, kousa

Dogwoods: The Right Way

You may find it hard to find a dogwood tree by late April. That is because a lot of nurseries try to be sold out by […]
August 25, 2023
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Should You Plant Cover Crops?

When you think of planting cover crops, you probably think that only huge farms do that. Well, you would be right in that most farms do […]
August 22, 2023
clearwing hummingbird moth

Good vs. Evil- The Humingbird Moth

Good vs. evil- the hummingbird moth. If you have ever seen one of these beautiful, graceful insects, you have probably been as fascinated as I am […]
July 18, 2023
Well, it’s getting hot outside. Now is perfect timing for a lazy guide to summer watering. Who wouldn’t want an easier way to water than trying […]
July 18, 2023
Weeding in the garden

Wading Through the Weeds

If you have ever removed weeds from your garden, only to find they have seemingly sprung back to life with a vengeance, you aren’t alone. It […]
July 18, 2023
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12 Things to do in Late July-August

This is the month to begin to think about fall. So we have compiled a short list of things to do now. The List Continue your […]
June 17, 2023
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A Passion for Pollinators

June is the month of pollinators. And, if you are like me, you are passionate about pollinators. Hence, we should read on and learn a few […]
June 10, 2023
Spider plant

Don’t Fear the Spider Plant

Most houseplant enthusiasts are familiar with the beloved spider plant (Chlorophytum comosum). It is also called Airplane Plant. This includes some of the most popular varieties. […]
June 10, 2023
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Monster Swiss Cheese Plant: AKA Monstera

Your Monster Swiss Cheese plant or, Monstera as they are commonly known, might be a lot easier to take care of than you think. A split-leaf […]
June 9, 2023
multi-color lantana in a hanging basket

Lantana: The Invincible Blooms

If you are not familiar with lantana as a summer plant, I am here to tell you there’s no way to go wrong with these invincible […]
May 25, 2023
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Princess Lilies, The Fairest of Them All

Princess Lilies are a lot tougher than they look.
May 23, 2023

Kiddos in the Garden with Pollinators

It’s time to hit the garden. Why not get the kiddos involved with the garden and with pollinators? All you need is to designate a small […]