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February 15, 2021

A Glossary of Terms from the Catalog

This is the place we've put all the little bits of information from the catalog that used to be in the sidebars and informational boxes.
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Sale Savvy
January 20, 2021

Pruning Clematis

It may seem intimidating, but pruning the various types of clematis is really a matter of common sense.
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June 2, 2019

A Plea for Pollinators

Students from Friends School of Minnesota's Environmental Action Club created a video about the importance of pollinators and the effects of neonicotinoid pesticides.
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March 19, 2019

Flowers for pollinators

Recent research at the U of M found some surprise favorites for pollinators among the annual flowers in our gardens.
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March 15, 2019

Peony Terms

Peonies bloom over seven weeks. Understanding which ones bloom when is key.
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March 14, 2019

Why You Don’t See Zone Numbers in Our Plant Descriptions

Have you ever wondered why the Friends School Plant Sale doesn't list zone numbers for plants?
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March 13, 2019

The Mysteries of Sun, Part Sun, Shade

Our plant listings give the light conditions needed by each plant using just three symbols: sun, part sun, and shade.
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Sale Savvy
March 19, 2018

Containers: Not Just for Annuals

There are hardy perennial plants that work well in containers. They take a bit of extra work in the fall, though.
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March 19, 2018

Students Working to Replace Neonics

Friends School students are working to eliminate neonic pesticides that harm bees and other pollinators.
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March 17, 2018

Azaleas and Rhododendrons

What's the difference between these two types of spring-blooming shrubs?
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