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Can 1224 Plants Save Bees?
It’s a good thing I’m not allergic to bee stings… they’re practically part of my job description. But if my research can unlock better ways to give bees a fighting…
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New Advanced Master Gardener Class: Residential Landscape and Design
Master Gardeners of Greene County is offering an exciting new class in June, Residential Landscape and Design. The class will be taught…
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Why Plant Names Change
Botanical names can be confusing. But a plant’s botanical name is more than just a label—it can tell many things about a plant such as leaf shape, petal color,…
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Summer Blooms Series: Winter Seed Sowing
With over 30 in attendance, today’s Winter Seed Sowing class was a HUGE success! Check our
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Tucking the roses in…
Roses. An olfactory and visual delight. How do we keep these beauties safe throughout the winter? Early December is a good time to winterize your roses. Between now and then, make…
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2016 Potting Shed University classes have been announced!
Master Gardeners of Greene County is proud to announce 8 new Potting Shed University classes for 2016. All 8 classes will be held on Monday…
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VIDEO: Composting
Recommendations on creating compost from your own yard waste, presented by Patrick Byers, horticulture specialist with University of Missouri Extension. Aired April 30, 2015,…
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VIDEO: Indoor and Patio Herb Gardening
(Photo by Master Gardener Lucinda Sinco) MU Extension horticulture specialist Patrick Byers discusses tips for
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“Color Me Happy Peony” May 7, 2015 at The Botanical Center
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Master Gardeners of Greene County will present a public program on peonies from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Thursday, May 7 at The Botanical Center, 2400….
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Planting Potatoes for St. Patrick’s Day
Traditionally, St. Patrick’s Day is the yearly marker for planting an early spring garden, including potatoes, peas, onions and leeks, and cole…
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