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By Marcia Kirinus NC State Extension Master Gardener SM volunteer of Durham County Images by Marcia Kirinus except where indicated Spigelia marilandica, commonly known as Carolina pink, Indian pink, or woodland pink, is a standout favorite among Southeastern gardeners and native plant enthusiasts. Celebrated as a darling of the native plant garden, it combines striking beauty w...

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One gardener’s attempt to bring a little laboratory precision to the backyard flower farm – for $150. By Marcia Kirinus NC State Extension Master Gardener SM volunteer of Durham County Images by Marcia Kirinus For much of my career, I grew plants for research in highly controlled environments, from growth chambers to specialized greenhouses. In these settings, …


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By Gary Crispell, NC State Extension Master Gardener SM volunteer of Durham County (aka the Accidental Cottage Gardener) Images by Marcia kirinus unless stated otherwise. It appears that Fall has fallen, or at least dropped in for a spell. It appears that Fall has fallen, or at least dropped in for a spell. Speaking of fallen, we finally …


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Extension Master Gardener (SM) volunteer Melinda Heigel introduces the black bells carrion flower, also known as Stapelia leendertziae, that blooms this time of year. It's a unique succulent with striking flowers that emit a faint rotten meat scent to attract pollinators, particularly flies. Learn more about this quirky plant with the magnificent bloom on our blog this week.

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Our next Native Notes installment looks at Spicebush (Lindera benzoin), an adaptable native shrub in Durham County valued for its beauty, fragrance, and wildlife benefits. Spicebush has spring and fall interest, with yellow flowers that bloom early for pollinators and fall red berries to attract migratory birds.

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