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Devil in a Green Dress, by Paul Rodman

As you read this I want you to think of me as Paul Revere. My main purpose in writing this article is to spread the word about this devastating pest and prevent many of you from the devastation we have experienced here in Michigan and several other Great Lakes States, Believe me THE EMERALD ASH BORER IS COMING.

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Mulling Over Mulla Mulla, by Tamara Galbraith

As a Texas gardener, my pulse always quickens upon reading the words “drought-tolerant” and “heat-tolerant” in a plant's description. And, no offense to succulents, but if the tough-and-tolerant plant I’m reading about is pretty, pink and fluffy…well, even better.

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PLANTFILES:

PlantFiles: Clematis 'Crystal Fountain' (Clematis )

Clematis 'Crystal Fountain'

(Clematis )

I bought this plant from Superstore ( Loblaws). I planted it down 3 nodes deep ( as is recommended for clematis apperantly),...
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Mendocino Maples Nursery

Review by jonasillo:

The maple selection from this company is amazing. They ship the maples in an extremely well designed and simple box which...
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BIRDFILES:

BirdFiles: Western Osprey (Pandion haliaetus)

Western Osprey

(Pandion haliaetus)

Very common sight in the Fl. Keys...
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BUGFILES:

BugFiles: Magnificent spider (Ordgarius magnificus)

Magnificent spider

(Ordgarius magnificus)

Nice Critter....
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Rehm's Nursery

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I think that this is one of the best nurseries for roses. Their prices are not the cheapest, but the quality is excellent....
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GARDEN BOOKWORM:

Gardening Book: Tough Plants For Southern Gardens: Low Care, No Care, Tried and True Winners

Tough Plants For Southern Gardens: Low Care, No Care, Tried and True Winners

Review by Cville_Gardener:

The back of the book states: "If Felder Rushing can't kill it, you know it's a tough plant" and "a fun and user-friendly...
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Enthusiasts of every gardening niche can put down roots and grow their knowledge. Are you into water gardens, vegetable gardens, hanging gardens, growing flowers or arranging bouquets, container gardens, raised beds, farming, poultry, beekeeping or any other gardening pursuit? If so, you'll find we have forums, articles and videos to help you learn, grow and share advice.

Do you need help identifying a plant, bug or bird? Check out the plant and tree identification, insect identification forum, and the bird identification forum. Or browse the PlantFiles, BugFiles and BirdFiles databases, where you'll find information on more than 160,000 plants and thousands of insects and spiders.

The Garden Watchdog and Go Gardening directories will help you find the perfect source for your plants, seeds, and bulbs, whether the company is just around the corner, or halfway around the world.

We invite you to sign up and join our community, and share what you know! Here at Dave's Garden, you can create your own blog, upload photos for free, or use our tools to trade seeds and plants.

Since 2000, we've grown to be a comprehensive gardening community with discussion forums for every hobby, home and garden topic you can imagine. Our members are knowledgeable about soil, weather, watering, and just about every kind of plant and insect. On behalf of all our members, we are glad you came to visit, and we hope you will stop by again soon!

TODAY IN THE FORUMS

insanely blue flower, what is it?

This pic is not great but maybe someone will recognize it anyway?
It is the bluest flower I have ever seen.
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  Today in history: May 24  
0000: Today's Hortiscope: Now is the time to finish what you've started. Before you buy any more plants, go finish planting that half-full flat of plants still waiting to be set out. You'll be glad you did, and so will your garden!

1879: The State Horticultural Society of Arkansas was organized.

1891: Benedictus Hubertus Danser, Dutch botanist and taxonomist, was born. He would specialize in carnivorous plants and revise the Nepenthes genus.

1908: The first "Lilac Sunday" at Arnold Arboretum was celebrated; the event was recapped and given its name in the next day's edition of the Boston Daily Globe. The event is held on the Sunday closest to May 20 each year to coincide with the peak bloom time of the lilacs. Read more here.

2005: Florida named the orange (Citrus sinensis) the official state fruit, joining the orange blossom as the state flower and orange juice as the official state beverage.

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