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Q. I tested the soil @ my Azalea: pH-7.0 Nitrogen- Low, no # given Phos- High, no # Pot- Medium, no # Coffee Grounds suggested for pH and Nitro. correction. What who you suggest to correct ALL issues or where … Continue reading
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South Puget Sound Plant Sale
My students, staff and I are gearing up for the South Puget Sound Community College’s Horticulture Program Plant Sale: For those of you who are in the Puget Sound region here is more information: The Horticulture Program through the Plant … Continue reading
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The hummers are coming!
Last Thursday as I left for work I heard a familiar thrumming and called out “Is that you Hummer?” Within a split second there was not more than three feet in front of me a Rufous hummingbird. I said “I … Continue reading
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Talking on Pruning Trees Today
Will be giving a talk today (Friday) at the Tacoma Home and Garden Show at 3pm – “The Homeowners Guide to Pruning Trees” http://www.otshows.com/ths/
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Shady Cherry Laurel
Q. While looking for a plant that would serve as a hedge (about 10′ tall) and grow in full shade, the garden center folks recommended the pruninus caroliniana. What I have read on the web says it needs partial to … Continue reading
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