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Q&A: Does Goldenrod Cause Hayfever?
Can you settle a dispute between my garden buddy and me? Does goldenrod (Solidago spp.) cause hay fever? He planted it in his garden, and I’m suggesting he stock up on allergy medicine.
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Tip of the Week: Free Region-Specific Plant Guides
One of the best ways to help your local pollinators, including butterflies, moths, bees and hummingbirds, is to plant the locally native plants that they love. Here’s how to determine your eco-region and get a free guide to your native plants.
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Plants We Love: Beargrass (Xerophyllum tenax)
Beargrass (Xerophyllum tenax) has grasslike leaves and dramatic spherical summer flowers. If you like alliums, you’ll like beargrass.
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Q&A: “Bee” Aware
I have this fear that while I’m gardening or mowing I’m going to unwittingly disturb a beehive or step on a wasp nest. Do you have any tips so I can avoid them? Am I being silly?
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The Scoop
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Tip of the Week: pH-Indicating Annuals
A bed of mixed annuals can give you a clue as to the soil’s pH, depending on who’s doing better than the rest. Read what annuals prefer acid soil or alkaline soil.
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Plants We Love: Missouri primrose (Oenothera macrocarpa)
Missouri primrose (Oenothera macrocarpa) is a drought-resistant groundcover with brilliant yellow summer flowers.
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Plants We Love: Red Maple (Acer rubrum)
Red maple (Acer rubrum) is an adaptable North American tree that has excellent fall foliage. Read tips for growing red maple.
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