Picket Fences | Late Spring 2011 by Bucks Country Gardens

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LATE SPRING 2011

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to issue #7 of Picket Fences~

What an exciting spring here at Bucks Country Gardens!

This place really hops this time of year and that’s the way we like it. Everyone has a ton more fun when we’re busy restocking shelves and working with customers. But that’s not the excitement I’m talking about. The excitement is all about sunshine! I’ve been surrounded by environmentalists and conservationists my whole life, but I never fully shared their passion. For many years when my parents would visit, they collected our bottles and cans and carted them 200 miles back to Clearfield County to recycle them there. Now that’s passion. Slowly but surely, I’ve come around. We’re reasonably conscience recyclers at home and a bit better than that here at the garden Tom sitting high atop the world of going green–The center. We’ve increased our watering Invertor–where all the solar energy magic happens. efficiency with drip irrigation, separated cardboard, collected cans, bottles and paper, and most recently, began recycling used plastic nursery pots. They’re all great programs that make a difference, but nowhere close to what’s about to happen... In a few days, I will throw the switch on our new 138KW Solar Energy System and we will begin to produce our own electricity–right here at Bucks Country Gardens! Over half of the electricity we use, and we use quite a bit, will now come from our solar panel field. In addition to saving money, alternative energy from renewable resources like wind, water and sun is the way of the future and the environmentally conscience thing to do. That’s something to get excited about. Tom Hebel~President, Bucks Country Gardens

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7 Perfect Plants for a Gorgeous Garden 5 New Plants 10 Encore Azaleas 26 David Austin Roses 29 Knock-Out® Roses 31 TradeWinds Hibiscus 32 Island Inspired Tropicals 33 Black Petunias 12 In Your Own Backyard Bucks Country Landscape Feature

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13 The Boutique Easy as 1-2-3 14 Employee Feature Get to Know Jen Robinson 20 Community Focus The County Theater 44 Max Hansen Caterers 18 Q & A Expert Advice & Solutions and Pest ID 22 Favorite Things Our Employees Speak Out 23 Keeping It Contained Late Spring Container Recipes 24 Perennial Favorites Top 5 Outdoor Furniture Collections 35 May, June & July Calendars, Tips & To-Do’s 39 Workshops & Seminars Learn Something New 40 BCG Client Spotlight Trish Markel 42 Edible Gardening= Companion Planting 46 Kids in the Garden Activities, Fun Facts & More! 49 Seasonal Savings Extravaganza Money $aving Coupons

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5 New Plants

TO ADD TO YOUR GARDEN THIS SPRING 2011 is an exciting year at Bucks Country Gardens as we will be carrying more first-time plant selections than ever before. Some of them, like Black Velvet Petunias (pg. 33) and Bombshell Hydrangea, are brand new hybrids that are available for the first time. Others, like David Austin Roses (pg. 26), are plants that we have not carried in the past, but you, our customer, have been asking for them. And still others, like Encore Azaleas, have been available for a long time, but only now have been scientifically proven to be hardy in our climate. So stop by the Garden Center and check them out. We love plants as much as you do, and can’t wait to share our exciting new introductions!

Sedum ‘Sea Star’ This mound forming, ground cover sedum produces blooms of pale pink. Native to the United States, this gorgeous sedum selection is covered in star-shaped blooms atop succulent, cylindrical foliage. Sedum Seastar is perfect for alpine or rock gardening and will also thrive in full summer sun as a ground cover plant. Bucks Country Gardens 7

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NEW VARIETY Campanula ‘Viking’ NEW ADDITION TO FOREVER AND EVER® COLLECTION Hydrangea Fantasia

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Campanula ‘Viking’ We are incredibly impressed with this floriferous new perennial variety of Campanula because of its compact habit and incredible floridity. Eggplant purple, torpedo-shaped buds open to large, lilac purple, bell-shaped blossoms measuring 2½” long. The lightly fragrant blossoms are produced at every node up the purplish flower stems starting in early summer and continuing through fall. This variety lends itself well to containers or as a filler in the middle of the flower border. The plant will grow in full sun to light shade and will grow between 15–18” high by 15–18” wide. Viking Campanula attracts butterflies and hummingbirds and thus far, has exhibited moderate deer resistance.

Hydrangea Fantasia Forever and Ever® represents the most complete collection of reblooming Hydrangeas on the market today. Large blooms, glossy green foliage, compact habit, and the ability to bloom on old and new wood makes these superb varieties the best choice for your garden. The newest of the group is called Fantasia. Truly unique blooms in shades of blush pink to apricot mauve make this plant an exciting introduction to an already excellent collection of hydrangeas.

TOP: NEW, FROM HOLLAND Hydrangea ‘Bombshell’ BOTTOM: NEW FOR GARDEN & CONTAINERS Heuchera ‘Peach Flambe’

Hydrangea ‘Bombshell’ Hydrangea ‘Bombshell’ is a new Pee Gee Hydrangea from Holland. At only 3’ tall, this bushy and compact selection packs a lot of punch. It is very hardy, easy to grow and in summer, bursts into flower with dozens of huge, rounded creamy-white flowers that are displayed on strong stems. The unfolding blooms are a delightful shade of chartreuse green, turning to creamy white and becoming rosy pink and beige as they mature in early autumn. Bucks Country Gardens

Heuchera ‘Peach Flambe’ Get out your sunglasses! This new heuchera literally glows bright peach in spring and summer before turning plum-purple in winter. Plus, the leaves are infused with flaming red, hence its common name. This selection differs from ‘Marmalade’ and ‘Amber Waves’ heucheras by having larger, smoother, more brightly colored leaves. White flowers are produced in spring as it grows vigorously into a medium-sized plant. ‘Peach Flambe’ is a versatile heuchera– it looks great both in the garden and in combination container plantings.

Alex Salvi, Sales Manager

Encore Azaleas

As exciting news goes in the world of horticulture, this is as big as it gets! Fifteen years of trials in botanical gardens, universities, and plant nurseries have yielded important new findings regarding the cold hardiness of Encore Azaleas. Studies have revealed that 19 varieties of Encore Azaleas are cold hardy to USDA Zones 6A and 6B (which includes Philadelphia, Doylestown and the Lehigh Valley). Encore Azaleas are the first widely propagated, re-blooming azaleas available to homeowners. Encore Azaleas flower in the spring season at the same time as traditional azaleas. The plants then begin the process of sending out new shoots and setting new buds. The second act begins with another flowering season in mid-summer. The plants will be in full-bloom by mid to late summer, and continue flowering through fall when the cold weather will drop the curtain until spring arrives once again. Another major advantage to Encore Azaleas as opposed to traditional azaleas is that these evergreen plants will tolerate considerably more sun than their older counterparts.

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Encore Azaleas have been available to Southern and Mid-Atlantic gardeners for almost a decade. Spring of 2011 will be the first time that garden centers in Zones 6A and 6B can promote the plants as hardy in their climates. “These findings significantly expand the accepted growing areas for Encore Azaleas,” says Kip McConnell of Plant Development Services, Inc (the patent holder of the Encore Azalea brand). “For years, garden centers in these zones have told us about their success with many of TOP TO BOTTOM: ENCORE AZALEAS Autumn Amethyst, Autumn Carnation, Autumn Cheer, Autumn Lilac, Autumn Royalty, Autumn Ruby, Autumn Sangria, Autumn Sundance, Autumn Sunset and Autumn Twist. RIGHT: Autumn Carnation

our varieties during cold weather and now these findings confirm their cold-hardiness. Years of research confirm that even more gardeners can now enjoy Encore Azaleas since these varieties continue to thrive, even through freezing.” In total, the Encore Azalea line is comprised of 25 varieties of plants, representing a range of different colors and sizes. Bucks Country Gardens carries varieties cold hardy to Zone 6A: Autumn Amethyst, Autumn Lilac, Autumn Sangria, Autumn Twist, Autumn Carnation, Autumn Royalty, Autumn Sundance, Autumn Cheer, Autumn Ruby, and Autumn Sunset. Azaleas blend perfectly in modern and traditional landscapes. These plants are available now at Bucks Country Gardens so be sure to shop early for the best selection. Alex Salvi, Sales Manager

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Growing up in Perkasie with two brothers, Jen was a tomboy. Being the middle child also meant she had to hold her own and be as strong and athletic as her brothers. Jen spent most of her time on her grandfatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s farm playing with her cousins, doing chores and working in the garden. Because she was the only girl, dresses were not a part of her wardrobe. Jen was happiest in shorts and t-shirts, running around with the boys.

Outside of Bucks Country Gardens, Jen is busy raising her two children, Mackenzie and Brayden, with her high school sweetheart, Brian. This October they will be married for 9 years.

Jen was introduced to the Bucks Country Gardens family in 1998 when she started to babysit the Hebel boys,

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Greg and Ryan, and their brood of Labradors. The Hebels quickly became fond of Jen and heavily relied on her until Barb felt confident enough to leave the boys on their own. Jen graduated from Pennridge High School and went on to Susquehanna University where she graduated summa cum laude. After graduation, Jen reconnected with the Hebel family, but this time, as a Bucks Country Gardens cashier. She was quickly promoted to Lead Cashier a few months later. During that time, she had the opportunity to get to know and serve the wonderful customers of the Garden Center. She then moved to her current position in the Accounting Department where she keeps things on track behind the scenes.

One of Jenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s passions was soccer. Give her a soccer ball and she could quickly show you who was boss. She was the first girl to win a position on an all boys Deep Run travel soccer team. She loved soccer so much she was on four teams at once during high school. Jen even had the opportunity to travel to the USA Soccer Cup in Blaine, Minnesota.

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BUCKS COUNTRY GARDENS LANDSCAPE FEATURE

BEFORE

DESIGN CHALLENGE

Like many suburban properties, the entrance to this home consisted of a sidewalk leading to the driveway. Guest parking was limited to the apron in front of the garage requiring a walk down the drive and back up to the front door. Not uncomfortable, but far from welcoming. The homeowners wanted to create a focus on the front of the home, a convenient place for guests to park and a truly welcoming feel to the entrance and surrounding gardens.

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Poor drainage conditions in the front yard, including lawn inlets and a swale across the entire front lawn, needed to be addressed. The permit process was compounded by an additional driveway cut onto a township roadway. Additionally, the dark stucco and rich architectural detail of the house required a simple yet bold and colorful landscape treatment to harmonize the home and the gardens.

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The existing landscape plantings and concrete paver sidewalk were removed and the front yard was regraded to direct runoff. A cobblestone edged driveway that accommodated both traffic and parking was installed. A pipe crossing in the swale at the driveway exit was detailed with natural stone becoming a landscape accent. A generous bluestone walkway was laid bordering the parking, directing guests to the front door entrance. Bold masses of flowering roses and perennials were planted to draw attention to the house and mark the driveway entrance. Tom Hebel, President of Bucks Country Gardens

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Q &A TIMELY TIPS & ANSWERS TO FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Receive our BCG email blasts which are full of seasonal Timely Tips & To-Do’s in your garden by registering your email address on your next visit to Bucks Country Gardens.

May Q How should I fertilize my vegetable garden if I don’t want to use harsh chemicals on my edible plants? A We sell many different organic fertilizer

options for edible plants. Dr. Earth Tomato, Vegetable & Herb Fertilizer is a great plant food for veggies in garden beds or in containers. Espoma Tomato-tone is another fertilizer to use throughout the season on your tomato plants. Both Espoma Garden Food and Planttone are great for your other veggie plants. Adding Bumper Crop when you plant is another natural way to add nutrients to the soil.

Q When can I put house plants outside?

And when can I plant annuals?

A May 15th is the “frost free” date in our area. Around Mother’s Day is a good way to remember this. Planting earlier than this date is fine so long as you protect your plants on the rare nights when temps go down to freezing. Q My Rhododendrons look awful this

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spring. They were bad last spring as well, but they’re worse this year. The leaves are wilted & brown on most of the plant. Is this a fungus or insect problem?

A Bring in a sample by cutting a branch and taking it to our pharmacy so our experts can check for fungal, disease or insect problems. More often than not, with broad-leafed evergreens like Rhododendron, this is nothing more than winter damage. The last two winters of low temps and major snowstorms have taken a toll on plants like Rhodies. Use Espoma Holly-tone this spring to help promote new healthy growth, along with a severe pruning. Cut the really bad branches all the way to the ground and trim the not-so-bad branches. Best to wait until after the plant flowers so you can appreciate what little blooming it will do. This fall, be sure to spray the plant with WiltStop to prevent further injury next winter.

If the plant is mostly dead, you may want to consider digging it out entirely and planting something new in its place.

Q I know to use soil acidifier if I want my

hydrangea to bloom blue instead of pink. But what if it bloomed blue last year and I want it to be pink this year?

A Reduce the levels of aluminum in the soil by adding dolomitic lime several times a year. Also, use a fertilizer high in phosphorus, like a 25-10-10 fertilizer. (Phosphorus is the middle number). Hydrangeas need a pH level between 6.0-6.2 to bloom pink. An annual soil test in the spring can help determine how much fertilizer you’ll need to change the pH.

June Q Last year, many of my tomatoes had a flat, black/gray spot on the bottom just before they looked good enough to eat. Why? A This is called Blossom End Rot, and is a common fungal problem with tomatoes. Consistent soil moisture is very important, so try to avoid severely dry soil followed by a heavy watering. Water in the morning as often as possible, especially during really hot summer days. Try using a drip irrigation system, which will slowly drip water to the roots of the plants to thoroughly soak them. Or, spray Rot-Stop when you see signs of Blossom End Rot. Visit us on May 15th for our Veggie Garden Prep seminar for more information. Q Can I use a weed preventer on my lawn now, or is it too late? A Most weed preventatives are meant for

use in the spring before weeds become a problem. If you had started the Scotts 4-Step Program, be sure to apply Scotts Step 2 now if you haven’t done so already. Otherwise, use a weed control product specific for weeds within lawns such as Ortho Weed-B-Gon Max to kill weeds in the middle of the summer.

Q Last summer my trees looked like they were dying through the drought. I watered them every morning but they never really came back. Are they going to survive? A It’s hard to say whether your tree had too much or too little water. Going forward, it is best to buy a Gator Bag which slowly waters a tree from tiny pinholes at the base of the bag. It holds 15–20 gallons of water and you can fill it as often as twice a week in the summer to give trees the correct amount of water. Q I have clay soil at my house. What can I do to make it better for planting? A I would recommend always adding Bumper Crop to the soil when planting new trees, shrubs or perennials. When digging, be sure to mix in the clay from the hole with Bumper Crop rather than just putting straight Bumper

Crop in the hole. Mushroom Compost is another great amendment to add to the soil when planting, or lay 2” of it before mulching around your shrubs in the spring to slowly break up the clay. Garden Gypsum is another great amendment–best used at time of planting, but can also be mixed into the top inch of soil around existing shrubs.

Q How often should I fertilize hanging

baskets and other annuals throughout the summer to keep them full of flowers?

A It depends on the type of fertilizer you use,

but a good rule of thumb is every 1–2 weeks. Always follow the recommendations on the label to avoid overfertilizing. Both Bud & Bloom Plant Food or Miracle-Gro All Purpose Plant Food are great to use on flowering annuals. For your houseplants or non-flowering outdoor plants, we recommend Jack’s Houseplant Special or Shultz Plant Food Plus. Osmocote is another great slow-release fertilizer that feeds continuously for about four months.

July Q I have some ugly black spots on my rose

bushes. What can I do to get rid of these? A Use Bayer All-In-One Rose & Flower Care. It not only protects against foliar diseases, but also acts as an insect control and fertilizer. Reapply every six weeks throughout the growing season and your roses will look better than ever. It can also be used on flowering shrubs and perennials.

Q Some of my perennials bloomed beauti-

fully in the spring, but now they look terrible. What can I do to revive them? A Most spring-blooming perennials will turn yellowish and unattractive once the heat of the summer comes along. This is very normal. If they’re unsightly, feel free to cut the yellow foliage and old flowering stems back to a healthy section of green, even if this is only a few inches above the soil. Surrounding your spring perennials with perennials that bloom in late spring or summer make for a colorful garden all season, and can also cover up this postseason foliage with more attractive plantings. Corrie Snook, Green Team

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Here are four common bugs that pester most gardens and some simple solutions to combat them.

STINK BUG

(a.k.a. Brown Marmorated Stink Bug) Stink Bugs damage tomatoes, peppers, squash, beans, and more. They deform fruit and cause fruit to drop prematurely. They can also damage roses as well as ornamental plants and trees. Perhaps the most frustrating thing about these critters is how they invade our homes. Schultz Insect Spray or Sevin will work to kill them, but these sprays should only be used outdoors where heavy infestations are found–do not use outdoor insecticides indoors. This summer, we will carry stink bug traps which are an effective method of catching these pesky creatures before they make themselves at “home” in your home.

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TOMATO HORNWORM

This caterpillar-looking guy is pretty easy to identify due to his spike, or horn, on his back end. Although you may only see a few hornworms on your plant, each one can eat a fair share of leaves and do serious damage to your tomatoes, eggplants and pepper plants. Spraying with Thuricide BT, Captain Jack’s Deadbug Brew, or Dr. Earth Fruit & Vegetable Insect Spray are the best methods of control, along with hand-picking. Corrie Snook, Green Team

If you are unsure about identifying an insect on your own, we welcome samples in our garden center. Our staff of horticulturalists will be more than happy to identify the pest and provide a suggestion as to how you can control it. Bring us a live sample in a plastic bag or container, or a picture so we can accurately determine what it is that’s “bugging” you.

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Yellow, white, green–aphids are pear shaped and usually hang out together in clusters. Outdoors, they have many predators but indoors they reproduce rapidly and can quickly take over your houseplants. They suck on soft plant tissue and should be treated as soon as they are detected. Almost all of the insecticides we carry will treat for aphids. They are a relatively easy insect to control, especially if treated early before they multiply. Frequent inspection of your houseplants–or all plants for that matter–is always a good idea.

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Another common pest, these beetles will feed on the leaves of most of your ornamental plants. Roses are a favorite of theirs, as well as hibiscus, purple leaf plums and much more. They start out as grubs which feed on shallow rooted plants like the lawn. Controlling grubs early in the season with products such as Advanced Lawn Grub Control will help diminish the beetle population later in the season. Japanese Beetle Traps are helpful when the beetles are active. Sevin is sold in spray form and for an organic alternative, try Dr. Earth Rose & Flower Insect Spray.

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It all began in 1907,

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when Hellyer’s Movie House opened on South Main Street. In 1909, Hellyer’s moved across the street to Lenape Hall where it operated until 1925 when the Strand Theatre, Doylestown’s first “real” movie theater, was built. Then, in 1938, the Strand was replaced by the “state-ofthe-art” County Theater, which rose up at the same location. The County was a fine product of late art-deco style and, more importantly, it was air-conditioned. The ‘40s, ‘50s, and ‘60s were the golden years for the County Theater. As an important town center and gathering place, it worked its Hollywood magic. But by the ‘70s, the usual suspects (TV, shopping centers, and multiplexes) were beginning to take their toll and the theater was in a slow, downward spiral. In the early ‘80s, the theater even lost its air-conditioning. The neon letters on the marquee tower went dim one by one. Then, in 1990, the theater closed for six months. After reopening, it closed again in 1992, this time for nine months. In late 1992, the County Theater was leased by Closely Watched Films, a local film society that had been showing art films in Doylestown since 1982. The theater reopened in February 1993 as a non-profit community-based project. On

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April 1, 1997, the nonprofit organization Closely Watched Films changed its name to County Theater, Inc. and became the official owner of the theater. In September of 1997, the County Theater underwent major renovations. A new concession stand was constructed. New HVAC was added. A renovated projection booth included new equipment. In May of 1998, the neon tower was removed from its perch above East State Street, completely restored and reinstalled in September of 1998. The Marquee was then removed in October of 1999 and reinstalled in May, 2000. The theater’s attention in the future will focus on its projection booth. Digital projectors (dCinema) will be added to the theater’s state-of-theart 35mm projectors within the next two years. The County Theater is located at 20 East State Street in Doylestown and is a 501(c) 3 taxexempt non-profit organization. More information is available at the theater’s website: www.CountyTheater.org.

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What I call the “Rolls Royce” of pruners. Well worth the extra money! They last forever, cut better than any other brand and don’t leave you with sore wrists at the end of the day. It’s what all the pros and landscapers use. I don’t go out to my garden without them!

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These self contained miniature eco-systems are great for the indoor gardening enthusiast, requiring minimal light and very little maintenance. Creating a terrarium makes a fun and educational activity for adults and children alike.

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A sure way to brighten up any shady spot–these large showy flowers come in an array of colors (white, orange, pink, red, and yellow). They are great for adding a “pop” of color to your containers gardens or even hanging baskets. Sure to be a show-stopper all summer long!

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I just love this product with all natural ingredients that really conditioned my rocky soil. My vegetable garden really saw the difference with the growth and production of my plants. I plant tomatoes, peppers and various vegetable plants and flowers from seed. It is a great natural fertilizer.

VIBURNUM CARLESII, KOREANSPICE VIBURNUM ALEX

All viburnums are very hardy shrubs with all-season interest, but this one remains my favorite. It is open and graceful, and it is as fragrant a flower as you will find. This viburnum can take a great deal of pruning to stay within a specific space. In mid-April, it has large, ball shaped flowers and is known to be very deer resistant. Bucks Country Gardens, Green Team & Hard Goods Team

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Container gardens aren’t just for pots anymore! Here are three easy plant recipes for creative spring containers. Hanging Baskets~ For the Birds

Traditional Container~ With a Twist

Window boxes are great accents to any façade of a house. Create a window box cottage garden using pinks and purples with long blooming annuals. Begin with a 36” window box or hayrack.

Plant a Hummingbird garden using a 17-18” hanging basket. Use a shepherd hook to hang it by your patio or deck and enjoy bird watching all summer long.

If deer have been eating their way through your property, try a deerresistant container combination. In an 18-20” pot, plant annuals and perennials.

PLANT LIST: 1 Salvia ‘Lady in Red’ 3 Lantana ‘Lucky Pot of Gold’ 3 Calibrachoa, Red Million Bells 2 Petunia Supertunia ‘Royal Velvet’

PLANT LIST: 1 Pink Cleome 1 Lavender ‘Provence’ 1 Lantana 2 Verbena ‘Obsession Bordeaux’

PLANT LIST: 2 Angelonia ‘Angel Face’ 3 Petunia ‘Bubblegum Vista’ 2 Petunia ‘Carpet Lilac’ 2 Sweet Potato Vine ‘Blackie’

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Perennial Favorites Enjoy the outdoors to its fullest potential with furniture from Bucks Country Gardens. Outdoor dining is not just picnic tables and benches anymore! Our top sellers have something for every style, space and budget.

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MOLISE Casa Casual’s transitional cast aluminum set is budget friendly. With three choices of table sizes you will be able to comfortably seat between four to eight people. This group also has a full collection of deep seating furniture–spring chairs, loveseats, chaises and matching fire pits–to complete your outdoor room. SIENNA This classic design by Hanamint is made of cast aluminum that features beautiful scrollwork in a hand rubbed bourbon finish. Dining alfresco on this set is both fun and stylish. The collection offers a wide variety of tables including the new extension table which extends from 76” to 100”, but our favorite is the 54” round table with a lazy susan–an exclusive for Hanamint... pass the ketchup!

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CLASSIC WICKER This traditional wicker design is by Summer Classics. The diamond back pattern has old world charm with a UV-resistant resin called N-dura, and a powder coated welded aluminum frame. The combination of aluminum completely wrapped in resin makes it an excellent choice for a salt water environment. This collection is available in three frame choices and several beautiful fabrics, many exclusive to Summer Classics. Enjoy dining at a spacious table for six and then retreat for conversation and aperitifs on one of their many comfortable seating pieces. CORSICA Castelle’s style blends old world charm with new world technology. This furniture group is hand made from sand castings and is truly a work of art. With the back just as beautiful as the front, the hand applied finishes make each piece unique. In addition to two finishes and multiple table sizes, there are deep seating accompaniments available. Special orders are welcome.

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TASMANIA The name says it all! This white wash resin wicker set by Ratana is red hot. One of our favorites is a dining table with a unique shaped glass top. This beautiful group is almost too pretty to be used outside. Aluminum frame and resin wicker make this group a winner for any home. Casual furniture for 2011 makes your outdoor room–an extension of your home with all the comfort, style and durability you’ve come to expect from Bucks Country Gardens. Donna Dentner, Lifestyle Team

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Mixed border garden featuring pink Gertrude Jekyll roses, Six Hills Giant Catmint and Foxglove.

Rose

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If you are looking for a striking pink rose for the front of your border, Sophy’s Rose is an ideal choice. It does not grow too tall and remains nicely compact and bushy. It repeat flowers very quickly and is easy to care for. Its even, upright habit makes it an excellent choice for bedding and landscaping.

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Many of the David Austin roses have received awards for garden performance and fragrance. The English Roses are renowned for the strength and complexity of their delicious fragrances which often combine a mix of fruity, floral, musk and spicy notes within the classic old rose or tea rose scent. Rose lovers will enjoy comparing their different perfumes, many of which may bring back fond memories from childhood.

The perfectly formed rosettes of Teasing Georgia have a strong tea scent which won the Henry Edland medal for fragrance. This rose is a wonderful choice for flower beds and borders, but may also be trained to form a short climber of 8’–10’. Any English Rose climber will beautifully cover a wall, pillar or obelisk, producing flowers and foliage from the top to the bottom of the plant. Planting against a sheltered wall will help to draw up some of the shorter climbers.

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David CH Austin, breeder and author, spoke to us about his roses: “I always say that each rose has its own unique character and charm. As a result, together they offer the gardener a most versatile and diverse collection to choose from. No matter what your gardening style or personal enjoyment of fragrance or color, we’re sure that there is an English Rose that will delight all your senses. We are best known for our fragrant shrub roses, but we also offer climbers, ramblers and hedging roses. Whether you are looking for a floriferous rose for a mixed flower bed, or a scented rose for a large container to brighten the yard, you’ll find the perfect choice in the selection of English Roses offered at Bucks Country Gardens.”

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Most gardeners love plants that have it all. Why go to the trouble of growing plants that are hard to care for, that look good just for a few weeks, or that have no perfume? If you crave the effect of a bountiful scented garden for little or no special effort, then you might like to explore our new collection of David Austin’s sensational English Roses. For these beauties truly have it all: glorious many-petalled flower forms; delicious fragrances, superb repeat flowering and graceful, bushy, habits. What’s more, the David Austin varieties released over the last ten to fifteen years are surprisingly easy to grow, as they have been bred specifically for their health, disease-resistance and vigor. They are available in all the classic old rose colors as well as the more modern yellows, apricots and peaches.

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No home should be without a few climbing roses around the door or at the gate. The English Roses are seldom more beautiful than when they are grown as climbers and they have a remarkable ability to flower all the way down to the base of the plant. A useful tip is to train a few stems horizontally to encourage the production of many more flowering shoots. James Galway is one of the best of all climbing roses. The perfectly formed rosettes are filled with many warm pink petals at the center, paling slightly towards the outer edges.

Another great all-rounder, Graham Thomas, received the highest accolade a rose can receive when it was voted the World’s Favorite Rose in 2009 by the World Federation of Rose Societies. It will hold this prestigious title for three years. The cup-shaped blooms of this well-loved English Rose have an unusually rich pure yellow color, which is not found in the Old Roses and is rare, even among modern roses. ‘Graham Thomas’ is one of the most widely grown and best loved of all the English Roses. It will form a bushy shrub or can be trained as a spectacular climbing rose. Roses are generally thought of as sun-loving plants, but the English Roses are also happy to grow in partial shade, provided they are not positioned under overhanging branches and they don’t have too much competition for water and nutrients at the roots. Most of the varieties released over the last fifteen years require little or no special care other than fertile soil, food, water and pruning.

In terms of word association, ‘roses’ and ‘red’ go hand in hand. Yet, surprisingly, red roses are quite difficult to breed. Luckily for lovers of red roses, Darcey Bussell, a recent new introduction, has proved to be one of the best and healthiest of all David Austin’s red English Roses. The scented crimson rosettes are produced in flushes from summer through to the first frosts. This rose blends well with many other shrubs and flowering plants, so you can easily create your own garden style. It also makes a lovely short repeat-flowering hedge.

Growing roses is a fascinating pastime, and the collectability of the English Roses makes them particularly addictive. If you’re relatively new to the English Roses or had imagined that all English Roses are the same, I hope we’ve inspired you to grow a few of our favorite David Austin varieties in your garden, as they are sure to reward you for many years to come. Jo Reilly, Daivd Austin Roses

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Looking for a hardy, low maintenance plant that provides a pop of color to your landscape? Knock Out® roses are exactly what you need and Bucks Country Gardens has most varieties in stock. Knock Out® roses have quickly become the most popular variety of roses because they are easy to grow and do not require special care. They are also the most disease resistant roses on the market. Plus, Knock Out® roses have gorgeous flower power with a generous (every 5–6 week) bloom cycle that continues until the first hard frost.

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Winter hardy to our area, Knock Out® roses are also heat tolerant throughout the entire U.S. as they thrive almost everywhere in the country. Knock Out® roses require very little maintenance. They are self-cleaning so there is no need to deadhead. If unpruned, these roses can easily grow to be more than 3’–4’ wide and grow equally as tall. If you choose, you can trim them periodically to keep them smaller. We recommend a once a year cut in early spring for maximum performance for the rest of the season.

Knock Out® roses can fit into almost any landscape. Plant them individually among shrubs or with annuals and perennials in mixed beds and borders. Planted in large groups, they can create a colorful hedge. Bucks Country Gardens always has plenty of Knock Out® roses in stock in a variety of colors. Stop by our nursery yard and find the perfect Knock Out® rose for you!

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These versatile roses come in a variety of colors. Red is the most popular color but the other colors are equally appealing. We carry Knock Out® roses in red, pink, yellow and white. We also carry the Double Knock Out® variety.

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to the Tropics This summer, turn your outdoor space into a lush island oasis with TradeWinds Hibiscus. Few plants evoke visions of paradise like the gorgeous hibiscus. Its huge, showy flowers and hot, tropical colors make it the ideal summer bloomer for the deck, patio or in the landscape. Hibiscus is a low-maintenance plant that thrives in sun and heat, and is everblooming, which means it will flower all summer long under the season’s high light and temperature conditions. TradeWinds Hibiscus is specifically bred to produce a myriad of flowers, surrounded by dark green, glossy foliage. It is especially beautiful in decorative containers or window boxes, but will also add high drama to garden borders or beds. If you’d like to keep it as a blooming houseplant year round, simply bring it inside before temperatures drop below 50º at night, and place it in a sunny location. So if there’s a staycation in your plans this summer, come to Bucks Country Gardens and take a little bit of the tropics home with you! Aris Horticultural Services

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Inspiration from the Islands

Vibrant Tropical Plants for Your Garden Who doesn’t love the vivid colors and distinct foliage, flowers

and fruits of tropical plants... Whether you want to recreate your island vacation or add some lush color to your patio, we have some great plant suggestions. Tropicals do grow here in this region and growers like Monrovia are shipping tropical varieties all over the northern states. Plenty of cold-climate gardeners grow tender plants and either overwinter them indoors, or treat them like annuals. The essence of the tropical garden is dense planting. Create a wall around the garden–think vertical layers and surround yourself in plants. Another key element of the tropical garden is color. Hot, bright colors scream tropics. Not only bright flower colors, but also striking colored or variegated foliage. Use color in your hardscape and décor, too. Mandevillas provide a fantastic splash of color, especially the new Sun Parasol® varieties, which have been bred for their exceptional, velvety flowers, rich colors and longer bloom cycles than other Mandevillas. They are recognized for excellent vigor, weather tolerance, disease resistance and ease of growing. Giant Pink and Giant Crimson have 3–5” super-sized blooms. These are hardier than most Mandevillas, but will still need to be brought inside for the winter.

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If you love Agapanthus (Lily of the Nile), Midknight Blue® is the best choice because it is cold hardy to Zone 6, which includes Bucks County’s climate. Plus, it’s one of the most stunning varieties, with its deep violet-blue flowers on stalks 3–4’ tall. These showy flowers and lush, deep green strappy foliage fit nicely in a tropical garden. Plant in mass for a big wow! Glory Bush is the perfect name for this tropical shrub with its big, showy purple flowers. Trained as a patio tree, you can grow them in containers and enjoy the glory of bright color summer into fall. Just bring it into your basement or garage for the winter. Include fragrant plants in your tropical garden. Citrus in bloom will knock you over with a sweet, delicious scent. Look for dwarf or smaller varieties that can grow in pretty containers on the patio in the summer and then move to a sunny window indoors for the winter. A good choice is Meyer Lemon because its smaller size does well in a container. It bears fruit year round, so you’ll have many months of fragrant blossoms followed by sweetish, thin-skinned fruit. For more plant suggestions and design tips for a tropical garden, visit Monrovia.com and click on Design Inspiration. From top: Giant Pink Mandevilla, Midknight Blue Agapanthus, Glory Bush and Meyer Lemon Tree.

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BLACK IS THE NEW BLACK If you want something unique

in your garden this year, choose the world’s only black Petunia, Black Velvet. The allure of black plants in the garden doesn’t have to mean Halloween; release your inner decorator by creating elegant mixed combo plantings or creative garden designs with Black Velvet’s dark, rich tone. A breeding breakthrough and award winner, Black Velvet is a perfect fit for hanging baskets and containers. Plus, this mounding, upright petunia plays well with other sun-loving flowers. Accessorize your garden with a touch of drama and like your favorite eveningwear, black goes with everything! The soft, rich blooms of Black Velvet make colors pop against its dark background. It’s the perfect hue to make artistic garden displays, add drama to elegant patio parties, show school and team color pride, and more!

Find Black Velvet, Phantom and Pinstripe Petunias today at Bucks Country Gardens. New this spring at Bucks Country Gardens: The Black Petunia Collection From left: Black Velvet Petunia, Phantom Petunia and Pinstripe Petunia

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Two other distinctive plants join the black Petunia collection. Award-winning Phantom Petunia is unique with a black base color and a yellow star pattern. Mix it with vibrant cool-season yellow flowers. Pinstripe Petunia adds a stylish and sophisticated look to mixed containers with a dark-purple bloom base and creamy white pin striping. Pair with silver and lavender hues for a bit of garden whimsy.

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Bucks Country Gardens offers a wide array of Workshops & Seminars. Check out our full schedule and sign up today. All workshops are free unless otherwise noted and spaces fill quickly. To register, call Bucks Country Gardens at 215.766.7800. VEGETABLE GARDEN PREP 101 FEATURING DR. EARTH SUNDAY, MAY 15 • 11am Join us for a discussion on the planning and preparation of spring vegetable gardens. Also, learn which plants and vegetables are compatible to plant together.

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Create a container herb garden by learning how to choose the appropriate herbs, container and soil. Care and maintenance will also be discussed. Fees based upon materials used. Suggested cost $35–$50.

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Create beautiful container gardens with the help of our talented designers. Bring your own pots or purchase one of ours. Fees start at $14.99 for plantings for a basic container garden; pots and containers are additional.

HUMMINGBIRD CONTAINER GARDENING SATURDAY, MAY 21 • 2pm

Create a hummingbird garden in a container. Learn which plants are used to attract hummingbirds and how to incorporate hummingbird feeders with your container gardens. Fees based upon materials used. Suggested cost $40–$60.

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Learn about the history, culture and care of terrariums from a step-by- step demonstration.

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Create your own sun loving container garden using hardy and tropical succulent plants. Choose from a large selection of plants and containers. Fee based upon materials used. Suggested cost $35–$50.

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BCG Client Spotlight TRISH MARKEL

Trish Markel admits to having zero domestic skill, but she’s got a ton of talent in a whole lot of other areas. Trish is the Regional President of Team Capital Bank, Bucks County Division. She’s an accomplished golfer, snorkeler, world traveler and gardener and more than all the rest, she’s Jake’s mom. “I guess you can say I’m competitive. It all started growing up on a farm with older brothers and a sister and the feeling of having to prove myself. Working hard, accepting responsibility, achieving success and accomplishing your goals were always the expectation.” Trish was to become the Controller of her family’s business and a degree in Economics and Business Administration with an Accounting minor from Ursinus was the first step. But things changed suddenly for Trish when her father died when she was just twenty-one. The family business option was gone and following graduation she dabbled in various jobs including real estate sales. Looking for a more stable career, Trish turned to banking. First Bucks County Bank which became Core States, which became First Union and then First Service which became

National Penn and now, 26 years later, Trish is celebrating her 5th year with Team Capital.. “I enjoy commercial banking: building relationships, being flexible, formulating deals, making things happen. I can’t imagine doing anything else.” Well… maybe there is something else. When Trish isn’t working, you’ll find her in the garden. “I learned it from my dad, the gentleman farmer. He always had us working and my love of the outdoors and gardening came from him. Back then it was work, but today it’s all pleasure.” Trish has been coming to Bucks Country Gardens for 25 years. In fact, she’s here almost every week in the spring–getting ideas, inspiration and advice….and of course, buying flowers. Trish says “Flowers make me happy.” Her favorites are Knock Out® roses, Clematis, ornamental grasses and combination planters. Her patio is accented with over a dozen planters and her gardens are filled with combinations of annuals, perennials, vegetables and herbs. “There’s nothing better than a ripe tomato straight from the garden and relaxing on the patio surrounded by flowers.”

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Well… maybe there is something better. “I always wanted a dog and when Ed said yes, it had to be a bulldog because of a family connection to Georgia. So along came Jake.” Today, Trish and Jake are practically inseparable. “Jake goes everywhere I go. He just loves to travel. He goes with us to South Carolina. He even goes to the office on occasion. He goes to the grocery store, but he stays in the car. He loves to go to the salon, the vet, P&A Pet, and of course Bucks Country Gardens.” People everywhere know Jake and more often than not, Trish is known as Jake’s mom. And Jake steals the show time and again, dressed in a hat and scarf of the season. “We have them all: St Patty’s Day, Easter, Halloween, Christmas and more. In fact, my relatives are disappointed when our holiday cards don’t feature Jake in his latest outfit.” And, as of April 1st, Jake will have a cousin in the house–six month old Lexi. “I think we’ve humanized him enough and he needs to have a dog friend in the house to keep him grounded.” A strong family. A successful career. An active lifestyle. A love of the outdoors. A passion for gardening. An accommodating husband. A best friend, Jake. A new friend, Lexi. It just couldn’t get any better. Well… don’t be so sure. This is Trish Markel we’re talking about. Tom Hebel, President of Bucks Country Gardens

Woman’s Best Friend Jake, Trish Markel’s BFF, posed in front of Bucks Country Gardens last fall in his autumnal best.

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prevent them from attacking your crop. Strong-smelling vegetables, like onions and garlic, and herbs, such as basil and rosemary, are great to pair with other plants or even just placed throughout the garden. Plants, like nasturtiums, are great at luring problem pests, like aphids, away from your desired crops. By letting the plants do the work for you, you will be able to decrease the amount of pesticides used in your garden. Not only will you have better yields, but healthier plants and soil to help reduce your efforts battling weeds and insects. Who wouldn’t want more time to enjoy their garden?

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A MATCH MADE IN VEGGIE HEAVEN

Soil Mates by Sara Alway A great resource for companion planting with veggies and herbs~ includes many tasty recipes.

Organic gardening isn’t only about growing without the use of pesticides or herbicides, but creating and maintaining a diverse, natural, and healthy ecosystem. It’s working with Mother Nature to enrich the soil and create habitats for beneficial insects and animals. One way to do this is by growing different types of crops in the same bed or with companion plantings. The basic principal of companion planting is to combine certain plants together in the garden that mutually flourish or help each other out. Think of it as a way to bring out the best in what you plant in your garden. Companion planting is simple and easy to try and with just a little rearranging you will be able to get the best performance out of your veggies and herbs this season. One of the main benefits to this technique is that it is a natural pest control. For instance, some plant combinations work well together because their scents naturally repel insects and other pests, allowing both plants to grow healthy and strong. Their odors confuse the pest and

Companion planting is perfect for designing a space-efficient garden since you can grow taller plants with shorter ones beneath. The taller plants provide just enough protection from the sun and wind to their shorter counterparts below. An excellent example of this is planting corn, beans, and squash together. This combination was traditionally used by Native American Indians centuries ago, and is actually referred to as the “three sisters” approach. Each plant benefits from the other by providing shelter, protection, or support. The larger leaves of the squash help to shade the corn’s roots from the sun. They also act as “mulch” by reducing weeds and limiting moisture loss from the soil’s surface. The sturdy stalks of corn are ideal for the beans to climb up. Lastly, the beans complete this relationship by fixing nitrogen back into the soil for the corn and squash. Also, increasing your crop diversity will entice more pollinators and natural predators, such as birds and insects, to your garden. Now, that you know all the great perks of companion plantings lets get to the fun part... the love matches! In the book Soil Mates, author Sara Alway uses the term “love match” to describe compatible plant schemes. This charming book can be found at Bucks Country Gardens. It provides fun and easy-to-use tips and information about companion plantings for your vegetable garden. The following are just a few examples of “love matches” described in the book along with a delicious recipe using the harvest from both plants. Enjoy!

TOMATO AND BASIL tend to be a mainstay in most veggie gardens; try pairing them together. Both have similar care requirements needing ample sunshine and moisture during the growing season. Basil is great at deterring pests and disease, and most importantly enhancing the growth and flavor of the tomatoes. Try planting basil at the end of the rows or around the tomato cages. NOTE: Tomato plants also work well chives, onion, parsley and asparagus. But be sure to avoid planting tomatoes with the Brassica family (cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli for example) as they do not mix well together. FRIED TOMATO CAPRESE Serves 4–6

Basil complements all veggies but is especially delicious when paired with tomatoes. Try this fresh salad composed of this match made in heaven. Oil 4 tomatoes, cut into ⅓ inch rounds Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper ¾ cup all-purpose flour 4 eggs 2 tbsp milk

1½ cup panko bread crumbs Pinch cayenne pepper Pinch paprika 12 large basil leaves 1 ball fresh mozzarella (approx. 8 oz.), drained and cut into ¼ inch slices

1. Preheat oven to 450º F. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Season tomatoes on both sides with salt and pepper. 2. Place flour in a shallow dish. In another shallow dish, beat eggs with milk. In another shallow dish, mix bread crumbs with cayenne pepper and paprika. Dredge tomatoes first in flour, then eggs, then bread crumbs. 3. Add only a few tomato slices to the pan at a time so that they cook evenly, about 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Place browned tomatoes on a baking sheet; top with fresh basil leaves and sliced mozzarella. Bake 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

SPINACH AND PEPPERS might seem like an odd combination, since spinach prefers cooler temperatures and peppers like warmer temperatures. However, this combination works because the taller pepper plants can provide shade to the spinach plants during the hot summer months. After danger of frost, transplant pepper seedlings 12-18 inches apart to the outside rows of spinach.

Companion plantings not only incorporate vegetables but herbs as well. When thinking about placement of plants in your garden, never put two heavy feeders together. They will be too busy competing with each other for nutrients that neither plant will flourish. Another detail to think about while placing herbs into the mix is their scents and flavors. Strong smelling herbs, such as mint, could possibly change the flavors and scents of other herbs and vegetable around it. Sometimes this can be good, and sometimes not so good. It’s often best to plant mint in containers, since certain types can grow out of control and take over valuable garden space. Many herbal companion plants are excellent at keeping bugs away, for instance rosemary and mint are great at fending off cabbage moths. However, not all combinations are a match made in veggie heaven. Some plants should not be paired or planted close to one another. Try to avoid planting together plants that tend to get the same types of insects or diseases; this will only increase the spread of these problems in your garden. With a little time and a little experimenting, you’re bound to find the perfect matches for your garden! Email us at info@buckscountrygardens.com with your garden tips, solutions or problems. Becky Jones, Green Team

NOTE: Spinach likes to be protected from that summer sun, so taller plants like beans and peas can also be used. SPINACH & PEPPER COUSCOUS LOAF Serves 4–6

Loafing around suits Spinach and Pepper just fine.

½ tsp. dried oregano Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 cup chicken or vegetable stock 1½ cup spinach leaves, chopped 1 cup crumbled feta cheese 1 large egg

1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Coat a 9x5 inch loaf pan with cooking spray and line with parchment paper, allowing paper to extend over the edges. 2. In a saucepan, sauté bell pepper, onion, and garlic in oil, stirring occasionally until onion is soft, about 6 minutes. Add vinegar, herbs, salt, and pepper and cook 1 minute. Stir in stock and bring to a boil. Stir in couscous and spinach; cover and remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes and then fluff couscous lightly with a fork. 3. Combine cooled couscous mixture with feta and egg. Spoon mixture into the prepared pan, pressing firmly, Fold overhanging parchment over the top of the mixture. Bake 45 minutes, or until set. Cool 10 minutes; unfold parchment and invert loaf onto a platter. Cool 15 more minutes; slice and serve warm.

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1 red bell pepper, diced ½ large red onion, diced 3 large garlic cloves, minced 2 tbsp. olive oil ¼ c.up rice wine vinegar ½ tsp. dried basil

foraging & cooking SAVORING THE REWARDS OF YOUR HUNT

EDITOR’S NOTE: Our ancestors were hunters, gatherers, fishers, and farmers. There were no pilots, cable installers, computer programmers, or telemarketers. Food was either gathered, raised, or killed fresh and served in relative purity straight from Mother Nature’s pantry.

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Today, most consumers live in close proximity to a large grocery store, where hunting through the butcher’s cold case or deli and foraging in the produce section is about as close to the food source as they will ever get. Most of us are far from the real process of food foraging and/or production.

MY FIRST MEMORY of eating foraged food was on the island of MacMahan, off the coast of Maine, near Bath. A friend of ours brought in some Chanterelle mushrooms that she found a few hundred yards from our kitchen. The color was a magical rich orange–they almost seemed to glow. She brushed off the dirt and pine needles. “Never wash,” she said emphatically. She then sautéed them with some shallots and a pinch of fresh thyme and served them with some soft scrambled eggs. They were one of the best things that I had ever eaten! I had the great fortune to go Morel mushroom hunting with David Miles, a peer, world class mycologist and an instructor at the New England Culinary Institute. We would sauté the morels and eat them with fresh caught local trout. Another mind boggling meal!

This is also true of another local wild foodstuff, Ramps (wild leeks). Their very close cousin is the wood lily or Solomon’s seal. According to experts, the test is to rub the stem–it should smell like a combination of garlic and/or onion. I have found the incomparable Ramps at a number of discreet locations in Bucks County. I love to cook them with new potatoes, bacon or Andouille sausage or eat them with a simple roasted chicken. When eating foraged food, especially mushrooms, one has to be absolutely certain that the food is in fact edible. Check with your local mycologist to make sure that your mushrooms are safe to eat. Always respect the local wild foodstuffs and do not over pick! Max Hansen, Max Hansen Caterers

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They can mainly be found in bogs and other poor quality soils. They need to eat insects like flies and other small insects to get the nutrients they need to survive. It takes about 5 to 12 days to digest their meal. The trapping device the Venus Fly Trap uses is so sensitive it knows the difference between a moving insect and rainwater.

Gardening can be fun and delicious! This summer try growing a Pizza Garden in your backyard that everyone will enjoy. For extra fun, shape your garden like a pizza. In your garden area, mark off a circle by putting a stake upright in the ground. Attach a 3½ foot piece of string to the stake. Keeping the string tight, walk around in a circle and mark the ground to show the garden’s border. Divide the circle into six equal wedges. Plan your pizza garden using three vegetables and three herbs that will be planted in each wedge. Here are some suggestions for each wedge: PEPPER 2 plants Use a sweet, green, bell-type pepper or, for a hot, spicy pizza, plant a hot pepper variety.

OREGANO 3 plants Oregano is a perennial herb that can be used fresh or dried. PARSLEY 2 plants Parsley is a biennial herb that reseeds itself.

TOMATO 1 plant A tomato paste variety, such as Roma, is recommended. Roma has small, oblong tomatoes with a thick meaty flesh.

BASIL 3 plants Basil is an annual herb. The Sweet Basil variety is great to use for your pizza garden, however there are several other basil varieties.

ONIONS Up to 30 Onion sets Onions can be planted from seeds or sets. Select red, white or yellow. If onions aren’t your favorite, replace with another pepper or tomato plant in this wedge.

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