The Garden Shed
A Community Newsletter published by the
Piedmont Master Gardeners
June 2019-Vol.5 No.6
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Table of Contents
Recipe of the Month
Innovative Ways with your Garden Greens
Kohlrabi Tacos, anyone? With a Thyme Margarita?
In the Vegetable Garden
June tips to keep the vegetable garden healthy and happy.
In the Ornamental Garden
Use native sedges as groundcovers, lawn alternatives, and accent plants.
Feature
Container Gardening II: What to Grow & How
Last month we talked about choosing containers, preparing your soil and siting your containers. Now it’s time to start planting.
Upcoming Events
Be inspired by a garden tour, go for a hike, learn new skills, combat invasives!