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Archive for February, 2012

From the blog arb happenings by kjaros on Wednesday, February 8th, 2012

Looking for unique plants that can thrive in your garden? Look no further!

It's time for the Arboretum's annual member plant sale! Arboretum experts spent all spring, summer, fall and winter carefully …

From the blog backyard arboretum by kjaros on Wednesday, February 8th, 2012

The unkindest cut can be none at all! Winter pruning removes dead or broken branches and is good for the tree’s health or aesthetic appeal.

With properly sharpened tools, (hand-held pruners, loppers …