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Sudden Oak Death FAQs

Frequently asked questions regarding sudden oak death including: What is sudden oak death or SOD? What plants are host to Phytophthora ramorum? What are the symptoms of Phytophthora ramorum? Who do I contact to learn more about regulations? Who do I contact if I suspect sudden oak death on or near my home or…
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Herbs hanging to dry.
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Preserving the Earliest Harvest: Herbs

March 20, 2021
By Sherida J Phibbs
The perennials: rosemary; thyme; mints; oregano; sage, and annuals: basil; parsley; chives; dill & more, all can be preserved for year-round use as seasonings or for tea. Herbs should be harvested before they blossom, picked soon after the morning dew has dried for best quality.
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Pink feathery muhly grass
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Pink Muhly Grass

March 15, 2021
By Sherida J Phibbs
Muhlenbergia capillaris (Pink Muhly Grass) has offered a delightful sight, to visitors, through the fall and winter in the Moss Family Temperate Woodland Garden. It is planted near Berberis thunbergii Gold Ring', which has a strong burgundy color in its leaves and through winter in its naked stems.
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