Monthly Archives: August 2008

Garden Art in Public Places

Posted on August 8, 2008 by Mary Schier

During the recent America in Bloom competition, this sculpture was installed at the Northfield Public Library. Made by artist Jennifer Wolcott, the steel sculpture has the working title of Bookheads Dancing. In creating the piece, Wolcott walked all around the … Continue reading →

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Raspberry Face-Off and a Recipe

Posted on August 7, 2008 by Mary Schier

Well, it’s pretty clear which raspberry is bigger, but which is better? I did an unintentional taste test yesterday, comparing some of my home-grown raspberries (the little guy) with raspberries from the supermarket. I bought the big guys for a … Continue reading →

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Bee Condo Update: Solitary Insects Move In

Posted on August 6, 2008 by Mary Schier

As I noted a while back, critters have taken up residence in my bee condo. But they do not seem to be orchard mason bees. When an orchard mason bee moves into a condo like this, the signs are a … Continue reading →

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Bloom Tuesday, No. 13

Posted on August 5, 2008 by Mary Schier

Hard to believe it has been almost three months of bloom….and we’re in August already! Some perennials are looking a bit bedraggled this week, but the annuals still look nice. (Left to right, zinnia, nasturtium, and petunias.)

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An Anniversary Visit to the Landscape Arboretum

Posted on August 4, 2008 by Mary Schier

To celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum in Chanhassen, the staff and board of directors of the Minnesota State Horticulture Society toured the arb last Friday. The society played a key role in founding the arb back … Continue reading →

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