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If you have further questions, please write to Bruce at Crawford@njaes.rutgers.edu

Gardening Notes for August 2022

July 25, 2022 By Bruce Crawford

flowers in AugustTo me, August is the month that epitomizes summer. The days remain long, with the daytime chant of the cicadas and the evening chorus of the crickets. Rainfall in July varied by where you live, and on average was a bit lighter than desired. With irrigation and coupled with the warm temperatures, most plants including vegetables flourished. August typically has many humid days, but the temperatures are usually in the 80’s, which is good for both the plants and the gardener!

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August 2022 Plant of the Month – Coreopsis

July 25, 2022 By Bruce Crawford

CoreopsisCoreopsis – The Preferred Name for a Preferred Plant
As we learn plants, the common name is invariably the name we prefer, since it is in a language that makes sense and is easy to recall. Typically, the biggest challenge with common names is the lack of consistency, as they can vary by location and some plants simply have several names.

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Gardening Notes for July 2022

July 1, 2022 By Bruce Crawford

July Gardening NotesFinally, the hazy, lazy days of summer have arrived – something many of us longed for during the cold months of last winter! The temperatures are warm, the days are long and the rain has been near average! The heat and humidity have certainly returned too, so try to garden during the cooler temperatures of the early mornings and evenings.
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July 2022 Plant of the Month – Bugbane

July 1, 2022 By Bruce Crawford

BugbaneBugbane – A Plant of Great Depth
I find it interesting how we often see attractive native plants in gardens before we see them in the wild! I first saw Bugbane, botanically known as Actaea (formerly Cimicifuga) racemosa at the home and garden of Fred and Mary Ann McGourty.

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Gardening Notes for June 2022

June 24, 2022 By Bruce Crawford

Gardening notesSummer has arrived! The days are wonderfully long, rain has proven to be ample to date, and the temperatures promise to become more summer-like as the month progresses. June is filled with chores that linger from spring, as well as preparations necessary for the garden to continue to thrive well into late fall.

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