Plant Propagation – The Gift that Keeps on Giving

Written by Pat Naughton, Master Gardener Volunteer  The dog days of summer are typically the time for vegetable gardens to go on vacation.  While the vegetable garden is dormant, now is a good time to propagate new plants.   If you have been admiring your neighbor’s prized Rose plants, ask permission … Read More

Benefits of Deadheading

Written by Pat Naughton, Master Gardener Volunteer   In the middle of the summer many flowering plants have begun to fade and lose their petals.  Removing the spent flowers improves the health and appearance of plants by channeling the plant’s resources away from seed production and into vegetative growth.  This … Read More

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