Spiders get a bad rap; many people go to great lengths to get rid of them. Is it their other-worldly appearance? Concern about being bitten by a poisonous type or simply the idea of “creepy, crawling” things? Whatever the reason, before eliminating them, it’s good to understand the invaluable role they play keeping pest populations […]
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You’ve been pouring over catalogs, making lists, seeing how many new roses you can squeeze into your garden. Now it’s time to decide about actually buying the roses. There are a few things to decide before you go any further – What should I be looking for when choosing a bare root rose? Does the
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You love roses. Visions of bountiful blooms carpeting your garden with color and fragrance dance in your head as you swoon over the catalogs brimming with all too many choices. You want lots and lots of flowers, but you’re limited in space. You’ve already taken over a good part of the lawn, and still, you
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Fall is here and it’s a glorious time in the garden. Cooler days, softer sunlight, deciduous leaves and rose hips beginning their colorful display and some of the best roses of the year! Milder conditions allow flowers to develop more slowly, often producing larger, more deeply colored blossoms. It’s a great time of year to arrange
It’s time for the Marin Rose Society’s Annual Harvest Dinner. This year’s event will be held at San Rafael Joe’s restaurant on Tuesday, November 12 beginning at 6 pm. The delicious multi-course meal, with your choice of entrée, is $40 per person. To reserve a place, please send your check to Connie Pelissero at: P.O.
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