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The 2026 Hosta Season.

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There have been a few showers recently here in Mendon, and we’re not too mad about it. Rain from the sky keeps the hose out of our hands, freeing us up for other work (and there is always more work). So no complaints her...

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We just returned from the 2026 Symposium of the International Water Lily and Water Garden Society. Great speakers, networking, tours of Missouri Botanical Garden and others. That's my 26th time (different location each y...

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This graphic has been making the rounds on social media the last few weeks, and we appreciate it!

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Sometimes they do ‘add up’ – and sometimes ‘size does matter’. I will say that personally I prefer to focus on flower color, petal count, foliage color & texture and Hardiness of course. But let’s take a look at the numb...

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We had some real family drama at the nursery last Saturday. I was moving a few of our 45 gal. trees around – opening up the blocks where they spent the winter. As I lifted the Weeping White Pine (7’ tall/ 6-7’ wide) with...

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My focus on Earth Day, and on my profession as horticulturist, for the last 60+ years has a deep historical basis. Way back in time, the Bible states (Genesis chap. 2, v. 8, N.I.V. translation) “Now the Lord God had plan...

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Red, white & blue Hosta

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I'd like to say that we're madly getting ready for our \"Exploration Days\" Open House on April 17th & 18th, but personally I'm sitting in the office, wondering when spring will arrive! We've had rain, sleet and snow showe...

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A little 'Bio' from the 'Old Farmer':

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Let's get REAL.

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