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June Gardening Tips
Adapted from The Farmer’s Almanac Divide late-summer or autumn-flowering perennials. If necessary, go after phlox and artemisia with a sharp spade or even an ax. If delphiniums need to be divided,...
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Plant a Butterfly Garden
It’s that time of year when butterflies gracefully spread their wings and float through the warm summer air. There is something magical about these winged beauties, and creating a garden to attract...
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Keeping Young Trees & Shrubs Healthy
It’s hot out there for newly planted trees and shrubs. These plants may be struggling to survive the heat and drought because their root systems haven’t had a chance to get established in the native...
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August Gardening Tips
If you have any houseplants sitting directly in the window, make sure the light is filtered or the plant is moved to a site out of direct sunlight. The windowpane intensifies the heat, and you don’t...
View ArticleJuly Flower of the Month: Larkspur
What’s in a Name: The common name Larkspur comes from the resemblance of the blooms to a Lark’s spur or claw. Consolida ajacis is the scientific name and the genus derives from Latin meaning to...
View ArticleAugust Flower of the Month: Gladiolus
What’s in a Name: The genus Gladiolus comes from Latin word “gladius” meaning sword, for the plant’s sword-shaped leaves. Some myths say the flower sprang forth where ever there was bloodshed during...
View ArticleSeptember Flower of the Month: Aster
What’s in a Name: Aster is both the genus and one of the common names of a most popular flower that ranges from daisy-like to star-like in form. The word Aster originates from the Latin for Star. Other...
View ArticleCaring For Hanging Baskets
Hanging baskets make a wonderful gift for Mom on Mother’s Day, or any occasion really! Container gardening is easier than you think, and hanging baskets make a lovely addition to any porch or patio....
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July Gardening Tips
Adapted from The Farmer’s Almanac If you have any houseplants sitting directly in the window, make sure the light is filtered or the plant is moved to a site out of direct sunlight. The windowpane...
View ArticleAugust Gardening Tips
Productive tips that will help you round out the summer. The post August Gardening Tips appeared first on Highland Avenue Greenhouse.
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