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Blackeyed Susan Goldsturm
May 5, 2022

Black-Eyed Susan Goldsturm

Great color, attracts butterflies and birds and is very easy to grow and maintain. Long-blooming 3-4″ daisy flowers shine golden yellow against the dark green foliage. The center cone of the flower is almost black in color. Plant in full sun and moist soils. Blooms July-September. 1999 Perennial Plant of the year. Hardiness Zone Zones […]
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Bleeding Heart
April 3, 2022

Bleeding Heart Care & Info

It is no wonder how the old-fashioned common bleeding heart plant got its name. The pillow-like flower is heart-shaped with a single dangling pendulous drop. In addition to the common bleeding heart, there are also a handful of other species in the Dicentra genus that go by the name bleeding heart, though these are mostly […]
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Bluberry Bush
August 13, 2022

Planting Blueberry Bushes

Blueberries have been in health news a lot lately. Packed with antioxidants and tasty as well, many gardeners are wondering about growing blueberry bushes in their own garden. Planting blueberry bushes in your garden is possible, with a little preparation. What Does a Blueberry Bush Look Like? While these are popular fruits, many people are […]
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Kalimeris incisa ‘Blue Star’
May 5, 2022

Kalimeris incisa ‘Blue Star’

Kalimeris are widely grown in Europe but hardly known here in North America. This is a long-blooming perennial of the easiest possible care. It forms a compact mound of dark-green leaves, bearing small yellow-eyed pale blue daises from mid-summer into late fall. Great towards the front of a sunny border, and especially good for large […]
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Storm Cloud Bluestar-new
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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Bonsai Tree
May 13, 2022

Bonsai for Beginners

A bonsai tree is a miniature tree that is planted within a container. In fact, the term “bonsai” literally means “planted in a container” in Japanese. Bonsai refers to the art of cultivating these small trees and is an integral part of Japanese culture dating back to the early 14th century. Once enjoyed by only the wealthiest […]
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Juniper Bonsai Tree
February 20, 2023

Caring for Juniper Bonsai

Bonsai is the ancient Japanese art form of growing ornamental miniature, or artificially dwarfed, trees in containers using cultivation techniques to mimic the shape and scale of full-sized trees. Juniper trees are an especially popular choice for bonsai due to their easy care requirements and attractive foliage. Native to Europe, Asia and North America, junipers […]
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Boxwood
July 5, 2022

Growing Baby Gem Boxwood

Baby Gem™ Boxwood is the ideal shrub for a small space. This plant is perfect for small gardens and focal points with its small stature and delicate leaves. Since it’s evergreen, this shrub will always stand out in the winter months. Drought tolerant, deer and pest resistant, and low maintenance – this is a shrub […]
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March 4, 2024

Broccoli

Delicious and nutritious. And we have added new All-America Selections winner, “Broccoli Purple Magic.” From its beautiful purple color, tight uniform heads to its great broccoli flavor, this easy to grow broccoli is also stress and heat tolerant. Broccoli contains loads of antioxidants, including vitamin C and beta-carotene and is a great source of fiber, […]
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