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I Love Prunus maritima aka Beach Plum

Name:   Prunus maritima aka beach plum Type of Plant:   A native North American shrub that flowers in the spring. Hardy to zones 4-9 Why I Love this Plant:  Beach plums grow well in sandy, acidic soils and they thrive in the northeastern climate. They are a suckering...

I Love Geum triflorum aka Prairie Smoke

Name:   Geum triflorum aka Prairie Smoke Type of Plant:   A native North American perennial that has interesting spring flowers that turn into fine seedheads. This plant is hardy in zones 3 to 7, and likes sunny areas. Why I Love this Plant:  I value the early spring...

I Love Syringa vulgaris ‘Sensation’ aka Sensation Lilac

Name:   Syringa vulgaris ‘Sensation’ aka Sensation Lilac Type of Plant:  This shrub is the old fashioned, large growing lilac, with big blooms and a delightful fragrance. Why I Love this Plant: ‘Sensation’ is different from other lilacs in that the flowers are a...
I Love Lemon Verbena

I Love Lemon Verbena

Name:    Aloysia citriodora aka lemon verbena  Type of Plant:    In areas where this plant is hardy, Zones 8 – 10, it’s a small shrub. But in colder...

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Essential

Essential

We're hearing a great deal about who and what is essential. Here are some of my thoughts...        

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Dairy Free Nut Cookies

Dairy Free Nut Cookies

If you like soft, rich cookies such as the classic Mexican wedding cakes, you’ll love these cookies.  This is a vegan recipe.   Preheat oven to 350...

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