Monthly Archives: October 2010

Hug a Tree, It May Be Saving Your Life Posted By Robert J. Korpella on Freshare 10/28/10 Scientists at the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) discovered that plants cleanse the atmosphere of far more pollutants than previously thought. The … Continue reading

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A members question: I was wondering what type of funding the gardens have and has it all been completed so far with private donations? Answer: Great question. As you may know, Friends of the Garden is the support group that … Continue reading

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Plant and Insect Identification - University of Wisconsin Stevens Point - Student List   Welcome to Plant and Insect Identification. You will find common names listed for almost every plant, tree, flower and insect along with the scientifically named Order, Family, Genus and Species. … Continue reading

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Is this post garden related? I don’t think so! No matter which political party you follow this message that was sent to me is one I think needs to be shared. The message was written about a week ago by Ruell C. At this … Continue reading

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Information provided by UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI EXTENSION SOUTHWEST REGIONAL NEWS SERVICE By Tammy Roberts, nutrition and health education specialist Tasty Pumpkin is Useful for More than Jack-o-Lantern LAMAR, Mo. — The most popular use of pumpkins this time of year … Continue reading

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