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we had this summer, many trees and shrubs show signs of stress—possibly
due to a dry winter followed by greater than average moisture.
We’ve also been hit hard this winter by webworms. But don’t
worry, it’s not long before the leaves fall and we can look
forward to new growth next spring.
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 Flowering
senna (Cassia corymbosa)
Flowering senna, also called Argentine senna, makes a great shrub
or mini tree reaching 6-8 feet tall and wide.
Its dark green foliage makes an attractive shrub that can also
be pruned into a mini tree form. In late summer through fall the
plant is covered with yellow flowers for a stunning show.
It is also a larval food source for sulfur butterflies. It’s
reputed that deer do not prefer this plant. It is hardy in all but
an unusually cold winter. Avoid pruning from late summer through
winter to maintain optimum hardiness.
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- Plant sweet pea, calendula, stock, dianthus, broccoli, lettuce,
and arugula.
- You can start planting bulbs anytime.
- Select trees, shrubs, herbs, and perennials to add now.
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