Daniel Robarts
Daniel Robarts is a horticulturist at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens in Boothbay, Maine.
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Northeast Regional ReportsNative Plants for Summer Interest in the Northeast
‘Dart's Gold’ Ninebark Physocarpus opulifolius ‘Dart’s Gold’ Zones: 3–7 Size: 4 to 6 feet tall and 6 to 8 feet wide Conditions: Full sun; well-drained soil Native range: Eastern North…
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Design‘Royal Blue’ European Wood Anemone Is an Early Spring Gem
Spring! There’s no time of year I like more. After I’ve been wallowing through the doldrums of winter for months, my anticipation is palpable. Waiting with bated breath for all…
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Northeast Regional ReportsSpring Planting Plan for the Northeast
In her article "Spring Planting Ideas," Michelle Gervais beautifully illustrates the magical time that is the start of spring: "Our winter-weary spirits lift as hints of green begin to appear.…
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Northeast Regional ReportsPlants That the Herbivores Will Avoid in the Northeast
Fionuala Campion says in her article, Dazzling Deer-Resistant Perennials, "Though very graceful and delightful to behold in their native habitat, deer are a voracious force to reckon with in many…
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Northeast Regional ReportsLate-Winter and Early-Spring Bloomers for the Northeast
In Jason Reeves' article Plants That Bloom in Late Winter or Early Spring, he discusses how plants that bloom during the coldest time of the year, often go underappreciated: "Some…
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How-ToHelping Your Plants Rebloom
It is important to consider the biological nature of flowering: Plants produce seeds in an attempt to secure another generation. Hormonal signals direct plants to create seed, and chemical feedback…
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DesignReliably Reblooming Perennial Plants
There are many things to consider when selecting a herbaceous perennial plant for the garden. Some slots are for sentimental plantings, like a piece of Grandma’s peony from the family…
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DesignBest Natives for the Northeast
Top pick: Northern maidenhair fern is a textural wonder for the shade Name: Adiantum pedatum Zones: 3–8 Size: 1 to 2 feet tall and wide Conditions: Partial to full shade;…
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DesignRhododendrons for Fantastic Foliage
I think my favorite rhododendrons are those that make statements with their foliage. Most plants have a window of flowering time within a growing season, and as spectacular as that…
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How-ToWhy is my Rhododendron dying?
Rhododendrons have a predilection for moist, acidic soils. Their roots are fine and shallow. Generally, they are pretty adaptable and long-lived, but there are a few all-too-easy ways to bump…
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