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Dead heads on hydrangea

Too Late to Prune?

I continue to get a lot of questions about when to prune or when is it too late to …

Winter weeds

Pre-Spring Weed Control

I’m already getting questions as to which weed and feed product should be used on lawns this time of …

Lettuce row spacing

March Weekend Frost Warning

Saturday, March 12th will start off the day with temperatures in the mid to upper 60’s. However, when the …

Plants and gloves

Annual Spring Plant Sale

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Spring bulb

March Gardening to-Do's

March Gardening List Trees and Shrubs Trees and shrubs are coming out of dormancy. Now is the time to fertilize them. …

Asparagus

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Learning From the Aphids

We do not like aphids! As master gardeners, we love to learn about gardening! So let me tell you, …

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The Welcoming Eastern Redbud

Like the return of old friends, every spring I look forward to the beauty of our native shrubs and wild …

Ice on tree limb

Snow and Ice on Tree Limbs

Have your small trees and shrubs recently lost limbs due to snow or ice? I have a butterfly bush …

Pruning fruit trees

Pruning Fruit Trees

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Weeds in the lawn

Spraying Winter Weeds

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Lisa Rayburn

Free Event Backyard Food Gardening Feb 9

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Sticking to Your Pruning Plans

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Butterhead Lettuce

Try Butterhead Lettuce for Salads

Butterhead lettuce (Lactuca sativa) produces small heads which are perfect for salads or sandwiches with their soft, green, sweet, …

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