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Traditional Plants

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| 2020, Article, December, Newsletter

Poinsettias, holly, ivy, rosemary, mistletoe, evergreen trees—-there are so many plants associated with Christmas. Did you ever wonder why? Here’s a little history lesson… Greenery was used in ancient times to celebrate the Winter Solstice by warding off evil spirits. When Christianity came to Europe, the greenery was kept but given Christian meanings. Holly’s prickly […]

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Did You Know – Monarchs

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| 2020, November

The monarch you saw this summer probably only lived a few weeks. Only one species of Monarch butterflies is capable of migrating from as far north as Canada to the mountains of Michoacán, Mexico, a distance of nearly 3000 miles. This super-generation that lives up to 8 months only appears every 3-5 generations. They huddle […]

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But in all seriousness...In the coming months we'll share tips on how to identify native birds (who are coming back🥰 from their winter snow birding).

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Prune Potted Plants 2021

Watch along as Sandi and Beth explain how to properly prune and propagate some of Sandi's favorite potted plants as part of the 'How to' series.
How to Prune Potted Plants 2021

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Watch along as Sandi and Beth explain how to properly prune and propagate some of Sandi's favorite potted plants as part of the 'How to' series. How to Pr

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Virtual Program: Learn About Butterflies Day

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Virtual Program: Learn About Butterflies Day

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In the winter, the poison ivy plant loses its characteristic “leaves of three”, but it’s vine, which resembles a “hairy rope” can still cause a rash if you touch it. Remember “Leaves of three, don’t touch me!” and “Don’t be a dope, don’t touch the hairy rope!” From the New York City Dept. of Parks & Recreation. ... See more

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