City Trees and Soils Have An Important Role In Fighting Climate Change

  Our forests absorb more CO2 from the atmosphere than they contribute.  This makes them a key player in controlling global temperatures. Studies are looking at just what environments optimize this natural process and how humans can capitalize. Even though … Continue reading

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Magnolia Scale

This summer I noticed the lower branches of my Star Magnolia (Magnolia Stellata) covered in something dark, sooty and sticky. Examination of branches revealed small elliptical bumps, mostly on the underside of branches. This was a sure sign of Magnolia … Continue reading

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Northumberland Master Gardener’s Gardens

This month Northumberland Master Gardeners would like to share pictures of their gardens. There is a lot of interest among members to naturalize their gardens by adding native wildflowers. This helps the environment by creating diverse habitat for wildlife and  … Continue reading

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Consider Adding Hydrangeas to Your Landscape

There are lots of reasons why hydrangeas are a good choice for your landscape. The most obvious reason is that hydrangeas provide long lasting bloom in your garden, starting in July and continuing through till frost. In fact, you can … Continue reading

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Lisa from Owl Grove Roses

Lisa, our June speaker and the founder of Owl Grove Roses in Brighton, spoke about her foray into the world of horticulture as a child, carrying on the tradition of her great grandparents.  Previous to purchasing her 1855 heritage home … Continue reading

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Creeping Bell Flower

Creeping Bellflower,  Campanula rapunculoides, has because of its aggressive nature, been classified as an invasive species. Creeping bellflower produces an abundance of seeds, (upwards of 15,000 per plant), which are then easily distributed by insects and gentle breezes. It also … Continue reading

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