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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 Continue reading Native Trees for the Landscape 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 Continue reading Flower Word Power Dr. Leonard P. Perry, Extension Professor University of Vermont Most people associate mistletoe with kissing, as it’s customary for anyone caught standing under a sprig of this plant (often strategically placed in a doorway) to receive a kiss. But did you know that mistletoe, now considered a holiday plant, was used as a Continue reading Mistletoe Myths and Medicines Dr. Leonard P. Perry, Extension Professor University of Vermont As you sit by the fire or woodstove on a cold, wintry day huddled over colorful garden catalogs or books, think of the poor birds outdoors having to fend for food and shelter. Make plans now Continue reading Birdscaping 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 Continue reading Re-Engineering Your Garden |
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