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Northern Gardener l January/February 2022
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JULY/AUGUST 2022 l VOLUME 150 l NUMBER 4
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Hummingbird Bait
Wild and Whimsical
BY RHONDA FLEMING HAYES
BY JENNIFER RENSENBRINK
These tender salvias tempt birds and delight gardeners.
Inspired by nature, a suburban couple creates a landscape to love.
39 Come on In!
Planning and planting for wildlife will bring more life to your garden. BY GAIL BROWN HUDSON
IN EVERY ISSUE 2 Director’s Note 4 MSHS News: Classes, calendar and more. 14 Pollinators: Two Vanessas. By Rhonda Fleming Hayes
32 Edging with Hedging
Try these 11 shrubs for a classic look and formal style. BY MARY H. MEYER
36 Growing Fruity Nightshades
These tomato relatives provide a sweet treat for northern gardeners. BY COURTNEY TCHIDA
ABOUT THE COVER:
16 Northern Natives: Blue cardinal flower. By Beth Stetenfeld 17 Plant to Pick: Triumph™ apple. By Debbie Lonnee 18 Garden Solutions: Tree trouble. By Laura Schwarz 20 By Design: Annual excitement. By Diane McGann 22 Kitchen Garden: Overlooked oregano. By Samantha Johnson 23 DIY: Build a berm. By Eric Johnson 44 Northern View: Thank you, northern gardeners. By Mary Lahr Schier
Bee balm is part of a diverse garden, perfect for attracting bees and other wildlife. Photo by Gail Hudson