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 Marcia Henry, Henrys' Plant Farm, brought several annuals to show that grow well in this area.
She began her presentation by explaining the importance of planting in a larger container; the bigger the container the better for the plant. Pots that are too small can get hot and dry out quickly. Pots should be 16" in diameter or bigger.
Clay pots won't blow over easily, but they tend to dry out quickly. Resin pots are lightweight, but subject to spilling. Wood will not dry out but it will rot. Her recommendation was glazed pottery.
Next she covered what goes in the pot. Don't use dirt from the garden; it will get hard and chunky. She recommends using a soiless potting mix with a container that drains well. Use liquid fertilizer every two months. Put fresh potting soil in your pots every year and don’t allow the soil to freeze and thaw.
Marcia then displayed and discussed each of the following annuals:
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Instead of waiting until next Spring to locate our ponds for the 2012 tour, the pond tour committee is hoping to find and secure next year's locations NOW. We think it will be easier to convince pond owners to be on the tour while their water garden is still in tip-top shape rather than asking them before they've opened their pond for the season.
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Our 20th annual water garden tour was a success despite soaring temperatures. Hundreds of "pond tourists" trekked to six private ponds (and two bonus ponds) over two days in July. Visitors experienced new ponds, established ponds, renovated ponds, and a pond under construction. Here's your chance to take another look at this year's pond tour. Enjoy the slideshow!
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