The Garden Shed
A Community Newsletter published by the Piedmont Master Gardeners
June 2017 - Vol. 3 No.6
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Table of Contents
Recipe of the Month
Colorful and nutritious, thinly shaved beets are a delicious and elegant alternative to chunky salads.
Tasks and Tips
Keep the June garden looking interesting as summer heat and humidity sets in.
In the Ornamental Garden
This native shrub offers an antidote to many landscaping problems.