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Rooted in history: Liberty Tree sapling project takes form
1+ week, 2+ day ago (291+ words) Using seedlings grown from the only surviving genetically identical Liberty Tree scion, descended from Maryland's original 1775 Liberty Tree in Annapolis, the Maryland Liberty Tree Project officials welcome the planting of a tulip poplar sapling at the William Paca House on…...
Tunis Mills to host master gardener event on March 28
2+ week, 4+ day ago (204+ words) TUNIS MILLS " Landscapes are dynamic, living systems that are often overlooked. Swamped lawns, invasive plants, compacted soils and poor plant growth may be some of the issues faced by the Talbot County community. The Talbot County Master Gardener volunteer program…...
'Queen of the weeds': 82-year-old takes green thumb to Chestertown retirement home
4+ week, 1+ day ago (918+ words) 82-year-old Connie Schroth lends her talents to two gardens at the Heron Point retirement community in Chestertown. Heron Point's garden is an attraction for birds and butterflies. It was recognized as a certified wildlife habitat in 2024." CHESTERTOWN " Playing in her…...
Donation transforms annual seed swap in Queen Anne's County
1+ mon, 11+ hour ago (391+ words) CENTREVILLE " What began as a routine email to a corporate office has turned into the largest seed donation in the history of Queen Anne's County Master Gardeners " a windfall that organizers say could reshape how the program serves food-insecure families…...
Speaker series aims to help gardeners with ecology
7+ mon, 3+ week ago (180+ words) Ecological horticulturist Rebecca McMackin will explore how people can transform gardens and green spaces into thriving, resilient ecosystems on Nov. 9. RIDGLEY " Adkins Arboretum is hosting the 2025 Naturally Better Landscaping Speaker Series, a free series designed to help community members explore…...