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Native Plant Sale

The Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers of Caldwell County are excited to announce their upcoming Native Plant Sale on Saturday, …

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Enjoy Tomato Season While it Lasts

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Plants in Flower Crapemyrtle, Rose-of-Sharon, Dahlia, Canna, Ginger Lily, Chrysanthemum, Spider Lily, Fall Crocus, Liriope, Sedum, Asters, Goldenrod, Joe Pye …

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July Gardening Tips

Plants in Flower • Trumper Creeper, Phlox, Butterfly Weed, DayLily, Red Hot Poker, Rose of Sharon, Sourwood, Crape Myrtle, Stewartia, …

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