Gardens by Gail

I am praying that I’ll be good as new in 10 days… it’s almost garden time!

The dandelion is the only flower that represents the 3 celestial bodies of the sun, moon and stars.
The yellow flower resembles the sun, the puff ball resembles the moon and the dispersing seeds resemble the stars.
The dandelion flower opens to greet the morning and closes in the evening to go to sleep.
Every part of the dandelion is useful: root, leaves, flower. It can be used for food, medicine and dye for colouring.
Up until the 1800s people would pull grass out of their lawns to make room for dandelions and other useful “w**ds” like chickw**d, malva, and chamomile.
The name dandelion is taken from the French word “dent de lion” meaning lion’s tooth, referring to the coarsely-toothed leaves.
Dandelions have one of the longest flowering seasons of any plant.
Seeds are often carried as many as 5 miles from their origin !

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10 Garden Plants That Will Reduce Your Landscape Maintenance Properly maintained landscaping is a great way to increase your curb appeal while enjoying a bit of nature right on your doorstep.

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27 Common Types of Weeds with Names & Picture Identification Find something in your yard but aren't sure if it's a w**d? Check out the most common types of w**ds to help identify your mystery plant!

Skunk cabbage may be known for its smell, but they are also one of the earliest flowers of the year. These amazing plants generate their own heat, and maintain a temperature significantly higher than the surrounding air. A study found that when the outside temperature is just 37°F, the air inside the hood that protects the flower (spathe) is maintained at a balmy 61°. This provides a warm refuge for insect pollinators, which are also attracted to the pungent smell. If the air temperature drops below 37°F, flowers can’t produce enough heat to keep up, but they don’t freeze until 14°F or below. As temps fall, skunk cabbage increases its metabolism and heat production. Take a walk through the wetlands at DPNC to see these early flowers.

Tomatoes hate potatoes, but they love basil and borage! Planting veggies next to their "friends" can improve soil chemistry, yield and flavor, while warding off pests! Learn more secrets of companion planting here: https://returntonow.net/2022/03/10/tomatoes-hate-potatoes-but-they-love-basil-and-other-secrets-of-companion-planting/

Happy almost spring everyone a reminder now is the time to cut back your butterfly bushes prune your apple trees !

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First tulips are up! We expect the first flowers in about 7 weeks!!!

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After a relatively tick-free winter, now’s the time to review a few simple, effective strategies – everyday practices – for TickSafe living. http://bit.ly/TickSmart_Products

61 Red Flowers: Complete List With Names and Pictures Thinking of adding some red flowers to your garden, but aren't sure which ones to pick? Check out the most popular red flowers!

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"As promised... this is a way to garden without digging up your yard... or if you have no yard. What I love about this idea is that it is great for tomatoes that normally need plenty of space for roots to grow! Don’t forget your drainage holes!" via Letty Cherry Kreger

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31 Different Types of Plants That Will Consistently Attract Butterflies Looking for the perfect flowers or plants that will attract butterflies to your yard or garden? Take a look at our favorites!

Stonington Garden Club Welcome The Stonington Garden Club is pleased to present Gardens by the Sea, a walking tour of nine gardens behind the walls and gates of Stonington Borough’s historic properties to be held June 10 & 11, 2022. Gardens by the Sea is our triennial fundraiser, supporting the club’s community garden...

21 White Perennial Flowers With Names And Pictures Looking for some white perennial flowers to plant in your garden this year? Check out this list of options for your garden!

Hosta Varieties: 31 Different Types of Hosta Cultivars Thinking of adding a hosta to your garden but aren't sure which variety? Check out this list of different types of hosta cultivars!

Beesponsible We love bees. We speak up for these vital pollinators & share all the ways that people can help them.

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Here's a recipe that will invite the birds, bees and butterflies in for a visit with heat tolerant plants that love the sun. Water, and a bit of plant food will keep this container of color looking good until fall! Learn more, pwwin.rs/MYellow