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I May Cure Your Arachnophobia
Perennial of the Week: Tradescantia/Spiderwort
Hardy, perennial forms of Tradescantia are commonly known as Spiderwort. Some people say this common name was derived from the plant’s sap, which looks like a strand […] -
Try an Easygoing Perennial with All the Frills
Perennial of the Week: Geum/Avens
If you think everything that is worthwhile requires oodles of hard work, it’s time to get to know Geum – commonly known as Avens. These easygoing […] -
I Like Dark, Shady Places
Perennial of the Week: Heuchera – ‘Coral Bells’
Sure, your garden gets plenty of sun, but those darker, shadier places need some depth and color too! Meet Heuchera — also known […]
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Being in a Tight Spot Never Worries Me
Perennial of the Week: Phlox subulata – ‘Mountain Pinks’
Botanist John Bartram is credited with bringing Phlox subulata (commonly known as Creeping Phlox, Mountain Pink, and Moss Phlox) from its native […]
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I Was Named for an Ambassador
The Aztecs were making medicines and dyes from the species of Euphorbia now known as the Poinsettia centuries before Joel Robert Poinsett set foot in Mexico, but the interest he […]
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A Little Care Goes a Long Way
Now that you’ve selected your Poinsettias and a cut (or perhaps a live) Christmas tree, you’ll want to keep them looking great as long as possible. Here are a few […]
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I Am a Symbol of True Love
Holiday Plant of the Week: Cyclamen
On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me…a Cyclamen? If you subscribe to folklore, a Cyclamen would make a perfect gift […]
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I Am the No-Fuss Evergreen
Holiday Plant of the Week: Hellebores
Hellebores make wonderful holiday gifts. These no-fuss evergreen plants are drought tolerant and animal resistant. They enjoy the cool weather, and put on significant growth during […]
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Gardening Projects for Late Fall
Have you planted your spring-blooming bulbs? There is still time to get them in the ground, and we have a fine assortment available at sale prices. Quality Tulips, Daffodils, Crocuses, […]
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We Know That Timing Is Everything
Bulb of the Week: Minor Bulbs
Gardeners everywhere strive for perfect timing so there is always something blooming during the growing season. Those who are in-the-know use “minor” bulbs to extend […]