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Gardening with Winter in Mind
The Winter Garden: maximizing the garden’s interest from November to April. By Tanya Crowell Picture in your mind a pale blue winter sky. In front of it see a red osier dogwood (Cornus stolonifera), denuded of leaves, its glorious … Continue reading
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Tagged ornamental trees, shrubs, trees, winter interest
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Ornamental Trees and Shrubs for Fall Colour
Small Trees and Shrubs for Fall Colour There are many colourful trees and shrubs but this entry will suggest those that grow well in Northumberland County, Ontario. Location sometimes determines the leaf colour and timing of colour; trees in full … Continue reading
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Tagged burning bush, fall colour, garden design, Northumberland Master Gardeners, ornamental trees, serviceberry, shrubs
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Ornamental Trees
On Wed Oct 8 2014 Northumberland Master Gardeners welcomed John Moore of Baltimore Valley Garden Centre as guest speaker. John showed beautiful pictures of the many trees and shrubs he has for sale at his Garden Centre and provided lots … Continue reading
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Why we prune
We prune for several reasons – to keep plants healthy, to encourage bloom, to repair damage, and to maintain specific plants to a desired height, shape or size. Fruit trees are pruned to encourage a better fruit crop and for … Continue reading