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June 27, 2023

Mighty Chocolate Cherry Astilbe

Cherry and chocolate are a perfect combo in the garden as well as in dessert! At almost 4 feet tall, towering cherry-red plumes brighten up the shade garden atop chocolate-red stems that begins to flower in mid-summer, when other astilbe are beginning to wane. The deeply divided foliage is dark green with chocolate-brown and red […]
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June 20, 2023

Vision in Red Chinese Astilbe

Astilbes are long-living perennials that are most comfortable when grown in rich soil and light shade to filtered sun. Though they are easy to grow, astilbes have one critical requirement–lots of water. Plants must have consistently moist soil; dryness leads to a quick demise, especially in the sun. Increase watering as the foliage emerges and […]
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June 8, 2023

Timely Tips for June in the Garden

Containers Watering: When watering containers, don’t “tease the leaves.” Water thoroughly. When it’s cool and cloudy, your containers may go a few days without watering. But on hot, windy days, they’ll dry out quickly. If a container has a saucer, empty out the water. Let soil dry out in between watering. but not to the […]
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June 2, 2023

Storm Cloud Bluestar

A very low-maintenance plant, Storm Cloud Bluestar has olive green leaves with silver veins. Star-shaped, periwinkle blue flowers appear atop of the wide, mounding, shrub-like habit. Watch in spring as incredibly dark stems emerge from the ground. Optimal Growing Conditions Hardiness Zone Zones 4-9 Water Needs Average Sun Needs Part Sun to Full Sun Appearance […]
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May 31, 2023

DIY Pollinator Projects

June is pollinator month! What’s the buzZzZ about pollinators? Without them, humans, and all of Earth’s land ecosystems, could not survive. Our pollinators are under threat due to habitat loss, invasive species and pesticide use, but you can help! Join Rebecca Curtis, Poughkeepsie Nursery, as she reveals some simple ways you can help our pollinators […]
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May 30, 2023

Dutchess County Fair Amateur Cut Flower Competition

The Amateur Cut Flower Competition at the Dutchess County Fair is Back! Entering is easy and competing with other flower enthusiasts is fun! This year there will be two competitions, one on Tuesday and the other on Friday. We’ve included tips for registering online and when entries must be brought. Here are tips from my […]
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May 24, 2023

Fertilizing Big Leaf Hydrangeas

Springtime is the time to fertilize your hydrangea plants. Because they are somewhat needy plants, Maureen Drury, Adams Town of Wallkill Houseplant and Nursery Manager, recommends using several types of fertilizer to give your hydrangeas the nutrients they need to flourish. Once you have fertilized your plants in the spring, you can then add in […]
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May 24, 2023

Pruning Big Leaf Hydrangeas

It’s pruning time! Maureen Drury, Adams Town of Wallkill Houseplant and Nursery Manager, is back in her garden to show you how to properly prune your hydrangeas. Follow these simple tips and your flowers will be looking beautiful in no time!
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May 1, 2023

Beneficial Insects for Pest Control

Ladybugs and praying mantis are some of the best natural predators for garden pests. Ladybugs eat aphids, mealybugs, spider mites and other small pests. Praying mantises eat insects like caterpillars, grasshoppers and crickets. Both ladybugs and praying mantises are beneficial to have in your garden because they help to keep the pest population under control. […]
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