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What the Philly Flower Show Did to My Brain

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If there is a preeminent canvas for horticulture art, the Philadelphia International Flower Show must be just that. Amazing artistry, passion and dedication were palpable as I toured the site while final preparations were made Friday evening.

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Caring for Winter Damaged Shrubs and Trees

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Initially, in many cases all that can be done is prune the broken branches out, always cutting back to a lateral branch or growing point. This, with proper mulching and fertilization will allow the plant the best opportunity to respond with new growth.

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Diggin' the Natives - May Apple

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Podophyllum peltatum, May Apple is one of our wonderful native spring ephemerals – and it’s not so little you need stand right on top of it.

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Moved to Mischief by Foliage

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Ok, my love for foliage is moving me to mischief this Valentines Day. Please join me in appreciation of colorful leaves, stems and berries.

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How to Find a Landscape Designer

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Finding a quality landscape designer might take a little investigation, but drawing on their knowledge prevents unwarranted plant death and saves on costly mistakes.

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Baptisia australis, PPA Plant of 2010

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I like to place blame elsewhere as much as anyone else. But sometimes one of my plants takes a dirt nap, and it really wasn’t me. It’s was plant. Really. The Perennial Plant Association promotes gardening success stories annually by naming one - almost fool proof plant - it’s perennial plant of the year.

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Indie Music and Media

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Sometimes blogging feels like tossing words out into nothingness. Thinking about indie musicians and how often I appreciate them, made me feel a little less alone in the process of creating something and putting it out there to who knows how many really.

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Secrets of Wisteria

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Wisteria inspires drama. Many attempt to seduce this lovely plant to bloom. Deep in a cold December, a gathering of gardeners find themselves gossiping about the antics of temperamental belle.

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Gifts for Gardeners

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Want to make your favorite gardening fanatic smile on Christmas? Some thoughts on how to make that happen.

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Energetic Beauty; Water Hyacinth

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Easy to grow with lustrous green leaves and lilac-toned flowers, without a little containment, the hyacinth can become a gorgeous disaster.

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