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A few tips for growing roses in western NC

Jul 7, 2022Cate CraneSeed Librarygarden, roses, western nc

A Few Tips for Growing Roses in Western North Carolina 1. Roses like at least 6 hours of full sun a day. 2. Roses like rich, well drained soil. 3. When it’s hot, like it is now, roses need 1 to 2 inches of water a week. 4. Roses are not impossible to grow! There…

Library Gardens Featured in “Art in Bloom”

Jul 7, 2022Cate CraneFOL News, Seed Libraryevents, garden, library

Library Gardens Featured in “Art in Bloom” Libraries and gardens are both places of learning, creativity and growth. At the Black Mountain Library, we have a Seed Lending Library, Wildflower Pollinator Meadow, Rain Garden and Community Gardens. Come explore as part of the annual “Art in Bloom” event on Friday, July 8 and Saturday, July…