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Cactus Care Tips from Garden Horticulture Staff

Cactus Care Tips from Garden Horticulture Staff

Most cactus are best grown outdoors in filtered sun or on a bright patio while others can tolerate full sun. If the cactus gets too much sun it will sunburn, which results in a yellowing of the skin, progressing to a browning (killing) on the sunniest side. If this...
Unbe-leaf-able Clover Plants

Unbe-leaf-able Clover Plants

St. Patrick’s Day is approaching, which means you might see shamrock plants at grocery stores or local nurseries.  The word shamrock has its origins from the Irish word seamróg, meaning young clover. There are many clover plants belonging to different genera, which...
It’s a Plant Match!

It’s a Plant Match!

What does your zodiac sign mean when it comes to picking the perfect plant for your home or garden? There are desert plants that have common personality traits also and that’s why the Garden’s horticulture team took on the challenge to match various desert...
Fall Plant Sale | 2021

Fall Plant Sale | 2021

Download this year’s Plant Sale Guide. Member Dates: Oct. 14-15, 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. (Last reservation entry at 2 p.m.) General Public Dates: Oct. 16-17, 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. (Last reservation entry at 2 p.m.)Free public event Bring the Garden home! The Plant Sale is back with...
Fall Plant Sale | 2021

Fall Plant Sale | 2021

Download this year’s Plant Sale Guide. Member Dates: Oct. 14-15, 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. (Last reservation entry at 2 p.m.) General Public Dates: Oct. 16-17, 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. (Last reservation entry at 2 p.m.)Free public event Bring the Garden home! The Plant Sale is back with...
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