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Category Archive: Plants

Glourious phlox

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The genus Phlox is comprised of approximately 60 species that are native to the United States. Recently the […]

Lise Jenkins October 31, 2019 Articles, Plants

Yes, there are plants we can’t grow

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“What is it about echinacea? Why can’t I grow it?” Kit’s neighbor asked her. Continue reading on The Local […]

Lise Jenkins October 17, 2019 Articles, Plants

What goes around

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A year ago, Kit developed what she thought was an original idea: Why not plant a clematis with a […]

Lise Jenkins October 11, 2019 Articles, Plants

Why do some autumn leaves turn red

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Many of us look forward to the arrival of autumn with its cooler temperatures and brilliant colors. Continue reading […]

Lise Jenkins October 10, 2019 Articles, Plants

Acorns: a most interesting nut

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Kit has always regarded acorns as pesky offerings from her oak tree. They crunch as she walks on […]

Lise Jenkins September 19, 2019 Articles, Plants

Saying goodbye is hard to do

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It’s hard to penalize a plant that is flourishing in our gardens, but there comes a time when […]

Lise Jenkins September 11, 2019 Articles, Plants

Daisies: surprisingly complicated flowers

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Recently, Kit has been marveling over the complexities of the common daisy. Daisies belong to the flower family […]

Lise Jenkins August 8, 2019 Articles, Plants

Plan before planting more

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As a master gardener, I volunteer my time to help answer gardening questions at the county extension office. […]

Lise Jenkins July 25, 2019 Articles, Plants

Gardening sins: lust and greed

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Recently, at my insistence, Kit has been contemplating the seven deadly sins and how they relate to the […]

Lise Jenkins July 18, 2019 Articles, Plants

Table to table

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Passing the herbs displayed in the produce section brought a smile to my face — my gardening superpowers […]

Lise Jenkins July 17, 2019 Articles, Plants

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