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Monthly Archives: November 2018
Rose rosette disease is good for some and bad for others
Everyone has heard the expression to be careful what you wish for. Sometimes a cure for one problem can cause another. Rose rosette disease is a prime example. Years ago, multiflora rose was planted as natural fencing and for soil … Continue reading
Agaves can be dual purpose succulents
It’s nice to be able to go on vacation and not worry about houseplants or flower gardens. There are two ways to accomplish this. The first is to set up an automatic watering system. The second is to choose plants … Continue reading
Posted in general nature
Tagged agave, basal rosette, century plant, culinary uses, medicinal herb, require little care, succulent, well drained soil, xeriscaping
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Food lover’s holiday
There’s no holiday that stimulates the palate quite like Thanksgiving. Oh, I know food shouldn’t be our reason for looking forward to it. Despite the problems our citizens face we still have plenty to be thankful for, and I hope … Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
Tagged food and family, pie, stuffing, Thanksgiving, tradition, turkey
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Cranberries can be an all season treat
Most people only eat cranberries at Thanksgiving or maybe Christmas. When they do find their way to our plates they’re usually smothered with sugar. If people only knew the benefits of this tart fruit they might try eating them more … Continue reading
Posted in foraging
Tagged antioxidants, bogs, cranberries, creeping branches, extremely acid soil, tiny leaves, Vaccinium macrocarpon
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Catnip and catmint are confusing cousins
To most folks they are interchangeable. Catnip and catmint are closely related perennial herbs in the mint family. If I had to state their greatest deference it would be that catmint has more ornamental value. Catnip is more of a … Continue reading
Dianthus provide a wide variety of great cool-season flowers
When folks ask about dianthus I smile. It’s like asking a kid if he likes candy bars. The obvious answer is yes, but there are so many different kinds to choose from. Dianthus is a genus with a great variety … Continue reading
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