The Garden Shed
A Community Newsletter published by the Piedmont Master Gardeners
February 2017-Vol.3 No.2
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Table of Contents
Recipe of the Month
A Monday tradition in New Orleans homes and restaurants, tasty red beans and rice are thrifty, convenient, and provide a complete protein.
Tasks and Tips
The Ornamental Garden in February
The garden may be dormant but your imagination isn’t. Use this time to plan this year’s garden.
In the Ornamental Garden
Tiptoeing Through the Tiarella
Tiarella is a desirable native plant for the shade garden
Feature
Through the Garden Gate: Such A Fun Way to Learn
One of my very favorite garden activities is to appreciate the creativity, work and weed-pulling of OTHER gardeners.