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The Irises Waltz In
May Dreams Gardens &bull 2 Hours Ago
May I introduce to you Iris histrioides 'Lady Beatrix Stanley', a new dwarf iris that I purchased last fall from Brent and Becky's Bulbs. Did you know that there really once was a Lady Beatrix Stanley? I assumed there was, and went on a little Internet search for her. It… Full Story »
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The Hawaii Independent: kauai
thehawaiiindependent.com via @theHI &bull TodaySpeaking from the headquarters of the National Tropical Botanical Garden (NTBG) on Kaua'i, the institution's Director and CEO Chipper Wichman praised the announcement made today in Washington, DC that 45 of Kaua'i's native plants will be added to the federal list of endangered… Full Story »
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The Root of It All: Tips for growing garlic
www.journaltimes.com via @toddkrafty &bull YesterdayI have tried growing garlic in the past and have not had any luck getting it to form bulbs, can you give me some instructions on how to grow garlic? Sharon, Racine. The first thing I would suggest is to… Full Story »
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First Kadyos Pod of the Year Yo
Gardencore &bull Yesterday
Yes, they are. Very pretty. Should have put more in before summer started! Full Story »
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Too many temptations from Annie's Annuals
Fresh Dirt &bull Yesterday
Asclepias, to start with. A. speciosa, the well-named `Showy Milkweed', shown on the left, for sure. Besides being a Western native plant and a host for monarch butterflies, this plant has large silvery-green leaves and fragrant flowers. A. cancellata `White… Full Story »
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Dividing hellebores
Homes & Gardens - The Oregonian - OregonLive.com &bull Yesterday
The hellebores are lovely this time of year, aren't they? Anne Jaeger's flowers are standing up for all to notice this month, and this plant is a great winter addition to your yard. She'd like to get more, so she's… Full Story »
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British Plant Fair attracts record numbers
Horticulture Week: Latest Ornamentals Production News &bull Yesterday
Allensmore Nurseries George Price said: "This was the best fair so far. We had buyers on our stand continuously for the first three hours. There was a great upbeat feel to the day with all buyers positive for the forthcoming… Full Story »
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Story Detail
dothanfirst.com via @wdhn &bull Mar 9, 2010The Dothan Area Botanical Gardens hopes a new addition to their facility will benefit the entire community. Tuesday morning the garden's board of directors brought out the gold-plated shovels-- not to plant anything-- but to celebrate construction of a new… Full Story »
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Photo of the Day: Succulent image at the Botanical Gardens
www.woai.com via @NPGD &bull Mar 9, 2010Lovely light makes this a beautiful image. The photographer made her first visit to the San Antonio Botanical Gardens and discovered a world of opportunities for a photographer. The light is delicately bathing this plant showing off each of its… Full Story »
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Introduction to Grafting
www.ubcbotanicalgarden.org via @landfoodsystems &bull Mar 9, 2010Course DetailsGrafting is a propagation technique that allows two different plants to fuse together and grow as one. This hands-on workshop will give participants the experience to start grafting on their own. The instructor will provide important background information and… Full Story »
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Exploring Echinacea's enigmatic origins
esciencenews.com via @ACHSedu &bull Mar 9, 2010An Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientist is helping to sort through the jumbled genetics of Echinacea, the coneflower known for its blossoms--and its potential for treating infections, inflammation, and other human ailments. Only a few Echinacea species are currently cultivated… Full Story »
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Wetland Gardens
From the Pondlady's Pad &bull Mar 9, 2010
Time to time musings about backyard garden pond building, keeping, troubleshooting. Tips on the latest pond supplies and equipment. We live on a lake in Michigan and I want to start planning a wetland garden. We have an area by… Full Story »
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Bonsai Tips | Garden Guides
www.gardenguides.com via @KWesleyHowe &bull Mar 9, 2010For centuries, the bonsai tree has been part of the Japanese and Chinese cultures. It involves the cultivation of small, miniature trees, shaped by strategic pruning. Bonsai trees originate from saplings, seedlings or stunted trees. Patience and skill is required… Full Story »
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Defra approves use of 'jumping plant lice' to battle Japanese knotweed
Horticulture Week: Latest News &bull Mar 9, 2010
The insect, which is a predator of the plant in Japan, will act as a natural form of pest control. Defra says this is the first time that a solution like this has been used to help control the spread… Full Story »
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National Plant Show website goes live
Horticulture Week: Latest Ornamentals Production News &bull Mar 9, 2010
Exhibitors who have not yet signed up can download a booking form from the new website and reserve their show stand. Visitors wishing to pre-register can now do so through the new website. Full Story »
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Culver's Root and Cotton Mather
Dave's Garden &bull Mar 9, 2010
You've found the famous Dave's Garden website! Join this friendly global community that shares tips and ideas for home and gardens, along with seeds and plants! Culver's root, Veronicastrum virginicum, grows in meadows, woodlands, and prairies. It is native to North America and grows wild from Manitoba to Vermont, and… Full Story »
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Plant Name Amnesia: First Meeting With The Garden Designer
May Dreams Gardens &bull Mar 9, 2010
I thought it was just me that suffered a bit from post-winter plant name amnesia (PWPNA, for those who like acronyms). After the long winter, the names of plants that last fall came easily to mind and rolled off the tongue now seem to be stuck in a haze, the words a bit blurry,… Full Story »
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Attn S. CA garden buffs: Sneak peak @LBCityCollege Plant Sale... on Twitpic
twitpic.com via @AnarchyGarden &bull Mar 9, 2010Attn S. CA garden buffs: Sneak peak @LBCityCollege Plant Sale. Like strolling thru botanical garden! Preview March 30, 4p-7p, w/invite. Email/DM for details. Full Story »
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Make Full Use Of Landscaping Design Software
www.worldpremium.info via @worldpremium &bull Mar 9, 2010Designs of different kins need much attentions towards advancements that made the impossible things of the past just a simple and regular matter at present. It is undeniable that with the effective collaboration of design methods and technological approach to… Full Story »
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Derma Clay Acne Terminator
www.acneterminator.net via @AcneTerminator &bull Mar 8, 2010Acne affects more than just your skin. It can affect your entire life in very personal ways. Destroy Acne causing Bacteria and heal damaged skin with a combination of Borage Oil, Salicylic Acid (Willow Bark Concentrate), Bisabolol (German Chamomile Extract),… Full Story »
