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A Postcard From Poinsettia

If you're interested in doing a deep dive into the history of poinsettias as a holiday plant, read this article published by Purdue University.     

A Postcard from Insects and Diseases

On The Garden Lady today I'll be starting the program off with a visit from Tawny Simiski,  Entomologist at the UMass Cooperative Extension. We'll be talking about the spotted lanternfly, and other insects of interest in the Northeast. Although the spotted lanternfly...

A Postcard From Ginkgo ~ Deciduous Plants

Deciduous plants have evolved to be all about surviving the winter. We humans often describe ourselves as "hunkering down for the winter," and perhaps we have learned this from plants that shed their leaves in the fall. But they don't just dump their foliage...
A Postcard From Evergreens

A Postcard From Evergreens

For evergreen plants, it's all about water retention, protection from sun-scald, and fluctuating temperatures. Some plants have shiny foliage, while others have scale-like structures that protect the plant from...

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A Postcard From Tomatoes

A Postcard From Tomatoes

If you could get a postcard from your tomatoes, this is what it might say... Many people still believe that blossom end rot on tomatoes is caused by...

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A Postcard From Zinnias

A Postcard From Zinnias

In addition to the information on this postcards, Zinnias want you to know that it's best to plant them in full sun and soil where there is good...

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Perennials and Insects

Perennials and Insects

Tomorrow on The Garden Lady on WCAI the Postcard From Plants will be from perennial plants. They want to remind you to plant in groups for the best...

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Welcome to Perennials!

Welcome to Perennials!

This week on The Garden Lady my guest is Kathy Tracey, plant lover and co-owner of Avant Gardens. Here are 8 tips for planting a perennial garden....

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