Alder Mountain Leaf

The Prairie Horizon

My brain is still on the topic of less known and newer trees. So, lets talk about Prairie Horizon Alder. Have you ...

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Chamomile

When life gives you lemons…make tea?

When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade. Unfortunately we can’t even grow lemon...

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Sorbaria, Sem False Spirea (2) Aubin Nurseries

True or False?

There are some trees and shrubs that are simply underrated and I think one that is th...

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This shrub is a Gem!

If you have ever worked with barberry shrubs you have probably learned within seconds...

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The Wort Family

When it comes to perennials, there are some that have the strangest of names. Wort th...

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The Viking of the Prairies

Looking around at the snow now covering the ground it is hard to believe that it is s...

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Amaranthus Coral Fountains Cutflower 24777

The tragic love story

Love lies bleeding, also known as amaranth, is a gorgeous plant getting monstrously t...

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The tree man’s wisdom

I realize that many people do not fertilize their trees and shrubs much if at all aft...

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The Pumpkin King

We have entered the season now where pumpkins are everywhere. Pumpkin pie, pumpkin ca...

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