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In Like a Lion, Out Like a Lamb

Posted on March 5, 2014 by Eliza Waters

COUNTRY GARDENING in zone 5 “In like a lion, out like a lamb.” In March, month of the vernal equinox, New England transitions from winter to spring and can experience a broad range of weather from raging blizzard to warm days with … Continue reading →

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Violas

Posted on February 4, 2014 by Eliza Waters

Country Gardening   Violets are the traditional flower for the month of February. In the 1800’s and early 1900’s Sweet Violets (Viola odorata) were grown commercially in greenhouses as they were tolerant of cool conditions in unheated or low-heat houses. … Continue reading →

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September Flowers

Posted on September 16, 2013 by Eliza Waters

  Suddenly, there is rich renewal of flowers after a few weeks lag following the phlox fading away. Now the fountain and miscanthus grass are stealing the scene along with the fantastic show of wild asters. I must have at … Continue reading →

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Winding Down

Posted on September 13, 2013 by Eliza Waters

GARDENER’S CORNER As the gardening season winds down, we enjoy the cooler weather as we begin the work of putting our gardens to bed for the year. Time to assess what worked, what didn’t and any changes we’d like to … Continue reading →

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