Monthly Archives: September 2008

Garden Visitor

Posted on September 11, 2008 by Mary Schier

Ever since we put in our pergola in the backyard we have had intermittent visits from hawks. I think they like to perch on the pergola and watch for varmints in our meadow. Usually I am not fast enough with … Continue reading →

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Bloom Tuesday, No. 18: Election Daisies

Posted on September 9, 2008 by Mary Schier

I spent a good chunk of Tuesday working as an election judge for the primary election so there was not much time for gardening or blogging, but I wanted to post this photo of the Clara Curtis daisies that are … Continue reading →

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New Northern Gardener Available

Posted on September 3, 2008 by Mary Schier

The September/October issue of Northern Gardener is on the newsstands now. The cover story, by St. Paul garden writer Susan Davis Price, talks about the history of community gardening in Minnesota. There are hundreds of community gardens around the state, … Continue reading →

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Bloom Tuesday, No. 17

Posted on September 2, 2008 by Mary Schier

New blooms this week include the majestic Hosta plantaginea. I bought mine at the Dakota County Master Gardeners’ plant sale in May, so I am not sure of which variety it is. These are sometimes called August lilies because they … Continue reading →

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A Tough Year for Tomatoes

Posted on September 1, 2008 by Mary Schier

During my visit to the Minnesota State Fair, I had a chance to chat with the Minnesota Master Gardeners staffing the extension booth in the Horticulture Building. I asked what was the most frequent question they were getting at the … Continue reading →

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