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Diggin' The Natives! Iris cristata
Diggin’ the Natives is back for a come back tour. Soon, we’ll post some links to great local places to buy your native plants.
Sculpture in the Garden
Garden art is a crucial element in any successful garden; whether a custom piece created by the gardener, a piece of whimsy found at your local discount store, or a piece created by an award winning artist. Dan Witmer is one such artist, based in Lancaster County, PA, has won several “Best of Show” and [...]
Warm Up To Biochar For Better Soil
Wood scraps are turned into charcoal, rather than burned to ash, resulting in the black gold known as BIOCHAR.
What's New in Plants?
Plant geeks are drawn to shiny, new plants. Our favorite adventure is growing something we’ve never grown before. So in hopes of encouraging some plant dreaming, here are few new plants that we’re excited about for spring 2011.
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Goldenrod; Autumn's Star
Diggin’ the Natives! – Solidago species, Goldenrod, is a native plant of note. New cultivars won’t take over your garden like wild varieties. And it’s only a myth that Goldenrod aggravates allergies in the fall.
Let's Talk About Lights
Landscape Lighting 101! Here are some do’s and don’ts to consider when lighting up the night in your garden.
CSA is Here to Stay
Farming is changing. As is the way we view our food. And CSA has something to do with it.
Stock Up and Preserve the Harvest
Whether preserving produce from your own garden or taking advantage of fresh, locally grown produce from your farmers market, here are some tips for putting up fruits and vegetables for the winter.
Plants and Education at MAEscapes
by Wendy Brister · May 11, 2011
Using native plants in the landscape is vital to the survival of wildlife and the environment of Central Pennsylvania. If you want to know more about using natives in the landscape, attend one or more of the free seminars being offered during the event: