The first part of this article ran in the May GFM about many of the wonderful spring and summer perennials and natural elements that can add character to bouquets and arrangements. In this, the second and final part of the article, we look at the foraged and woody elements that can be harvested or held […]
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How to come back stronger after a natural disaster Western North Carolina was hit with a catastrophic storm on September 27, 2024, when Hurricane Helene (downgraded to a Tropical Storm) ripped through a region already waterlogged from days of preceding rains. Historic flooding, landslides and high winds decimated entire communities and killed at least
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Flea beetles are diverse in feeding preferences and morphology. Most flea beetle species are specialists, preferring particular crop types, though some are generalists who munch a variety of different plants. Flea beetles range in color from iridescent green to matte black. Their small size and ability to spring away when approached can make them difficult
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Why nutrition is diminishing and how to improve it Well, hello, dear reader. I am happy to have your interest and your eyes for a few brief pages. I’ll do my best to offer you a diverting respite from the height of the season in your precious idle moments. When last I wrote you, we
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