by Becky Robert | Jul 31, 2021 | Plant of the Week
Guest Author: Ellie Hollo Cercis canadensis ‘NC2016-2’ [Flame ThrowerⓇ] is a cultivar of native eastern redbud, a midsize understory tree with heart-shaped leaves and bright pink or purple spring blooms. This cultivar was developed by the JC Raulston Arboretum in...
by Becky Robert | Jul 30, 2021 | Gardener's Almanac
Horticulture Intern Joel Paulson discusses vegetable garden design and structures to aid in pest control. Tune into the Gardener’s Almanac each week to learn what we are doing in the garden at this moment. Learn from Scott Arboretum staff which plants we are pruning,...
by Becky Robert | Jul 24, 2021 | Plant of the Week
Guest Author: Julia Hackstie I was first drawn to Clethra alnifolia (sweet pepperbush) in the foundation bed of the Wister Center earlier this year with its grayish-brown seed capsules that persisted from last season. In fact, it’s common name suggests a likeness of...
by Becky Robert | Jul 23, 2021 | Gardener's Almanac
Horticulture Intern Alex Simon provides tips for tasks in your late July vegetable garden. Tune into the Gardener’s Almanac each week to learn what we are doing in the garden at this moment. Learn from Scott Arboretum staff which plants we are pruning, planting,...
by Becky Robert | Jul 16, 2021 | Gardener's Almanac
Summer Intern Julia Hackstie discusses how to create a floating flower arrangement for your garden. Tune into the Gardener’s Almanac each week to learn what we are doing in the garden at this moment. Learn from Scott Arboretum staff which plants we are pruning,...