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People we cherish leave an indelible impression on our hearts. When we want to keep their memory alive in a meaningful way, we consider a variety of ways we can do that. One thing that I have done through the years is plant a rose or a tree in honor of someone I love. When…
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March is the prime time for moving plants here in Tehachapi, so a couple of friends and I went to Horse Canyon to try our hand at digging up a few native plants for the Tehachapi Museum display garden. Georgette Theotig owns her own piece of paradise out there, and asked if I would like…
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The Coral Bark Maple is really high on my list for winter beauty. The cold weather brings out the red in the bark and makes it a stunning focal point in the winter garden. My friend and client, Linda, called and asked if I could give her a pruning lesson, using her Japanese Coral Bark…
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Commonly called Lenten Rose: Obviously because they bloom during the season of Lent! These rugged plants surprise me with their ability to withstand abuse. Today there has been some dramatic weather. Rain and snow are par for the course, but the wind and hail, even while the sun was shining, made for a more interesting…
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