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January is a Perfect Time to Start These Cool Hardy Beauties
While hard to find in flower nurseries it is possible to start lisianthus from seeds. Mastering the seed-starting techniques was a months-long process, but well worth it.
Read MoreBooks for Gardeners
Skagit Master Gardeners share their favorite books to curl up with over the holidays.
Read MoreWinter Sowing
The dark days of winter are upon us. As a gardener, this is the time of year we pull out the seed catalogs and start planning for next year.
Read MoreGrow Your Own Natural Dyes
As the summer blooms fade and the bright hues of autumn give way to the gray of November, gardeners and crafters alike find themselves looking for ways to brighten their days.
Read MoreDahlias: To Dig or Not to Dig
Master Gardeners share their overwintering techniques FacebookPinEmail By Anne Hays, Skagit County WSU Master Gardener Anne Hays is a resident of La Conner and a Skagit County Master Gardener Dahlias, first imported from Mexico and Central America, provide a rich and enthusiastic floral display in Pacific Northwest gardens. Continuous hybridization of Asteraceae has resulted in…
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