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Calycanthus ‘Aphrodite’ This is a revved-up version of an old favorite. Calycanthus is commonly known as Sweetshrub and Carolina Allspice due to its fruity fragrance, which many describe as a funky mixture of pineapple, strawberry and banana. ‘Aphrodite’ has large red, magnolia-like flowers that open in spring and repeat again later in the season. This deciduous shrub grows…
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MARCH 15 DOUBLE-HEADER GARDENING CLASS AT THE GLEN SANDERS MANSION I promised I would return to speak in the Capital Region, and by golly, I will. Please join me at the gorgeous Glen Sanders Mansion (www.glensandersmansion.com) in Scotia, NY on Saturday, March 15 for two info-packed and fun-filled classes. The first presentation, Hydrangeas Demystified – Outstanding Hydrangeas…
Read More“…thank you for the splendid presentation that you gave on July 31st. Your program was extremely informative and interesting. Truth be told – you received rave reviews from everybody!” Marlene, Bearcamp Valley Garden Club July 2013
Read More“There were so many members of the Andover Garden Club who made a point of telling me how thoroughly they enjoyed your presentation today! it was a cornucopia of wonderful new plant information, terrific tips, and hope for many of us who know we need to have a new relationship with our gardens! Your handouts…
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Every year I wait for the new Proven Winners wall calendar to come out. It is a piece of art! The photographs are gorgeous and the date boxes are large enough to write a bit of text in. The calendar’s only downside is that it’s so attractive that I cannot bring myself to throw it…
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It’s time to refresh and jazz up your fall planters. One threesome that is sure to electrify is Pennisetum ‘Fireworks’, Lobularia (Alyssum) ‘Snow Princess’ and Heuchera (Coral Bell) ‘Key Lime Pie’. Zowie! Pennisetum ‘Fireworks’ is an offspring of the ever-popular, annual Purple Fountain Grass (the lovely burgundy-green grass with rosy-pink flowers). But ‘Fireworks’ is sassier – it…
Read MoreUPDATE ON PERENNIALLY YOURS I want to thank all of you who’ve sent me heart-warming and memorable good wishes that bless my heart. It is hard to believe that I started Perennially Yours 18 year ago and the Good Lord willing, it will continue another 18. Even though I am moving to Maine, the business will…
Read MoreEvery year I wait for the new Proven Winners wall calendar to come out. It is a piece of art! The photographs are gorgeous and the date boxes are large enough to write a bit of text in. The calendar’s only downside is that it’s so attractive that I cannot bring myself to throw it…
Read More11th ANNUAL GREAT GARDENS AND LANDSCAPING SYMPOSIUMApril 4 & 5, 2014The Equinox Resort in Manchester, VTSponsored by The Great Gardens and Landscaping Symposium has become a hallmark event for gardeners in the Northeast. The symposium draws hundreds of attendees from all over the Northeast and beyond. The eleventh annual symposium returns to…
Read More11th ANNUAL GREAT GARDENS AND LANDSCAPING SYMPOSIUMApril 4 & 5, 2014The Equinox Resort in Manchester, VTSponsored by The Great Gardens and Landscaping Symposium has become a hallmark event for gardeners in the Northeast. The symposium draws hundreds of attendees from all over the Northeast and beyond. The eleventh annual symposium returns to…
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