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Plants of the Season

July 17, 2023
PERENNIAL: Pride of Madeira; family Boraginaceae (Echium candicans) is native to the island of Madeira in the Canary Islands. It can grow to 10 feet and is an herbaceous perennial subshrub and a dramatic landscape plant whose flowers attract bees butterflies, and hummingbirds.
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Lavender and Essential Oils

July 17, 2023
One of the most popular kinds of plants that can be purchased from big box stores, local nurseries and specialty websites is lavender.
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The Perennial Flower Border

July 17, 2023
I recently had the pleasure of enjoying gorgeous perennial borders in Paris and was inspired! I had visions of taking out some lawn and going all in. But it is always best to study and learn first, and in this case, share with others.
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Recipes From the Garden: A Taste of the Season

July 17, 2023
It was such a long winter and spring was just a glance. Let's spend summer making our fresh favorite recipes. Each of these recipes will transform your menu selections while getting you in and out of the kitchen. The summer Italian spaghetti recipe is the perfect potluck or summer party cold dish.
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