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Dreaming of summer in the garden
Lifestyles, Local News
By REBECCA NORTON RYAN  Penn State Extension Master Gardener  
June 3, 2026
Audrey Hepburn said, "To plant a garden is to dream of tomorrow." As I plant my containers, a new rose bush and about two dozen pale pink snapdragons,...
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Start your garden year with a plan
Lifestyles, Local News
By REBECCA NORTON RYAN  Penn State Extension Master Gardener  
May 11, 2026
At this point in the garden year it is time to make a list of plants to be purchased at Graham’s Garden Center. I have for many years kept my list on ...
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Take your time this spring
Lifestyles, Local News
By REBECCA NORTON RYAN  Penn State Extension Master Gardener  
April 18, 2026
We are all very happy to see some spring temperatures, even though changeable spring weather is still likely. There are many chores we gardeners can d...
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Pansies: Happiest flowers in the garden
Lifestyles, Local News
By REBECCA NORTON RYAN  Penn State Extension Master Gardener  
April 1, 2026
“Happiest flower in the garden is the pansy.  All its colors bright and gay,  It spreads along its merry way.” — Terry Hoffman The pansy is one of the...
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Light, water and care for African violets
Lifestyles, Local News
By REBECCA NORTON RYAN  Penn State Extension Master Gardener  
March 16, 2026
My favorite house plant is the African violet. With its soft cashmere-like leaves and delicate flowers the African violet provides the indoor gardener...
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Little signs of a coming spring
Lifestyles, Local News
By REBECCA NORTON RYAN  Penn State Extension Master Gardener  
February 23, 2026
A gardening friend told me last week she had a dandelion blooming in a sheltered spot next to her garage. Another friend has a lawn full of crocus, an...
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Houseplant basics for the winter months
Lifestyles, Local News
By REBECCA NORTON RYAN  Penn State Extension Master Gardener  
February 6, 2026
With the severe winter weather we have endured so far, I have enjoyed my small collection of houseplants. Lately I have had some questions from reader...
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Planning for a productive garden
Lifestyles, Local News
By REBECCA NORTON RYAN  Penn State Extension Master Gardener  
January 19, 2026
As I look out over my very cold and snowy garden, it seems as though we will never have gardening weather again. Of course, that is not true. Every wi...
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Holiday plants to give, keep, compost
Lifestyles, Local News
By REBECCA NORTON RYAN  Penn State Extension Master Gardener  
January 5, 2026
Our beautiful holiday season is quickly coming to an end. At our house we aren’t ready to put away the decorations just yet. In fact, I think of this ...
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