2003 FEATURED PLANT OF THE MONTH

January

Beetberry

A product of Europe, the Beetberry has been almost forgotten about for years.

February

Queen's Tears

Queen's Tears is considered an easy houseplant to grow.

March

Orchid Trees

The common name, Orchid Tree was probably given because their blooms resemble orchids even though they aren't related.

April

Dwarf Korean Lilac

The Dwarf Korean is easily grown in average well-drained soil and does best in full sun.

May

White Dragonflower

An easy care perennial, this attractive plant will produce spikes of unusual snapdragon-like white blossoms throughout the summer into early autumn

June

Chive

If you are looking for a good-looking, easy grower that works as beak food for your birds, the chive plant is the answer.

July

Fragrant Water Lily

Water gardening featuring the Water Lily.

August

Bishops Crown Pepper

The Bishops Crown derives its name from the three-sided fruit it sets at the end of the summer.

September

Chrysanthemum

The petals are traditionally the part consumed, either in a revitalizing tea or as an ingredient of a garden salad.

October

Blue Java "Ice Cream"  Banana

The fruit when ripe looks like ice cream with just enough acidity to offset the sweetness for a really interesting taste.

November

Winter Squash

Winter squash gets its name from the fact that most varieties can be stored throughout the winter.

December

Wild Ginger

Traditionally one of the mainstays during holiday times is gingerbread…

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