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100-Mile Diet

Posted on October 2, 2018 by admin

Northumberland Master Gardeners recently participated in Grafton’s 100 Mile Diet Event. This was the 11th year for this event which is hosted by St. Andrew’s United Church. It was an event that brought together 24 local food producers who shared … Continue reading →

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My Clematis are growing healthily, then all of a sudden I see the plant begin to wilt. What is wrong? by Carol Anderson

Posted on August 16, 2018 by admin

I have had this question from a number of gardeners lately. It is very discouraging as a healthy plant suddenly begins to die. The condition is caused by the fungus, Calophoma clematidina, commonly known as ‘Clematis Wilt’. The fungus causes … Continue reading →

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Hellebores

Posted on February 27, 2018 by admin

Hellebores It seems being a gardener and a collector go hand in hand. My latest plant interest is Helleborus aka Lenten Rose. Until recently hellebores were not really popular plants, there was concern they wouldn’t survive our Northumberland ON winters … Continue reading →

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What Do You Do About Leaves On Your Lawn? by Carol Anderson

Posted on October 29, 2017 by admin

There seems to be some controversy about whether or not to rake up your leaves in the fall. I have come across several articles putting forth conflicting points of views. I am going to try to sort through the information … Continue reading →

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Hydrangeas

Posted on October 19, 2017 by admin

  Master Gardeners are frequently asked about care/pruning of Hydrangeas. The answer varies depending on type of hydrangea; there are 4 common types. All hydrangeas grow best in rich, medium moisture, well drained soil in part shade. All pruning should … Continue reading →

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Autumn Crocus

Posted on October 18, 2017 by admin

The Fall Crocus   The fall crocus fist appears in summer, as large fleshly green leaves. These die down after a few days and the plant remains dormant. In early fall it emerges again as lovely lilac pink flowers. The … Continue reading →

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