Monthly Archives: May 2012

Lasagna garden planting 5/31/12

Posted on May 29, 2012 by

On May 3, 2012 garden staff assisted in the creation of a Lasagna Garden at the University Display Gardens. This demonstration garden will showcase a new and popular method for homeowners to convert existing lawn or overrun garden area into … Continue reading →

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Planting of annual flower trials

Posted on May 25, 2012 by

Over the past week we have enjoyed fairly good planting weather. Although dry and warm we were able to get a lot of plants in the ground. All in total we have planted nearly 150 varieties and nearly 1500 plants … Continue reading →

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April showers DID bring May flowers!

Posted on May 14, 2012 by

As the saying goes, April showers bring May flowers and after the dreary and rainy April, May has showered us with warmth and sunshine. Here are some of the beautiful things blooming in the gardens today! Don’t forget to come … Continue reading →

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Coming together

Posted on May 14, 2012 by

We have been working hard in the gardens, getting prepared for the spring madness we all know and love. Our wine and table grape trials have been pruned and are ready for large luscious berries to swing from their vines. … Continue reading →

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