By Dr. Leonard Perry, Extension Professor University of Vermont
The Wild Gingers (genus Asarum) are excellent perennials to mass in shady or wooded areas for groundcovers. Given moist, well-drained soil in part to full shade, they are low maintenance.
Wild Gingers are six to 10 inches tall and spread 12
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By Dr. Leonard Perry, Extension Professor University of Vermont
Trees dominate our landscapes, forming not only the framework for our outdoor living spaces, but also the overall theme of our surroundings. Alien trees may be beautiful, but native trees offer a unique advantage. They evolved here in northern New England. That means you
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Dr. Leonard Perry, Extension Professor
Have you ever thought about buying flowers, such as for Valentine’s Day or other special occasions, but don’t because they last so short a time? Perhaps the problem is how you treat them. Proper care and handling of roses, daffodils, chrysanthemums, and other cut flowers can add hours
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By Dr. Leonard Perry, Extension Professor University of Vermont
When it comes to identifying wildflowers, or even reading about new garden flowers, knowing the words you’ll invariably run across will help you feel less lost.
The main method for differentiating plants is by their flowers. This can be from
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By Dr. Leonard Perry, and Lisa Halvorsen, Garden Writer
Whether you are planning a birthday party or a formal dinner for business associates, flowers can play an important role in the decorations. However, you do not have to settle for run-of-the-mill, one-color arrangements of carnations and daisies. Why not key the
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By Dr. Leonard Perry, Extension Professor University of Vermont
As your landscape matures, things change. Trees get taller and shade out areas. Bushes outgrow their space in the garden. Or it may be that your lifestyle has changed, and you no longer need to devote space to a children’s play area or swing
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