Nov 29 2023
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Elephant Bush, Portulacaria afra

by Chas Hathaway
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For cold and moderate climates, this is an INDOOR food forest plant. It won’t survive freezing winters outdoors. But it can live outdoors during non-freezing months.Botanical name: Portulacaria afra Notes:...
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Nov 25 2023
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Egyptian Walking Onion

by Chas Hathaway
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Allium x proliferum (Walking Onion, Egyptian Onion, Tree Onion) • Cold hardiness zones: 3-9• Soil PH: Prefers neutral to slightly acidic soil (pH 6.0-7.0).• Watering needs: Moderate, requires well-drained soil.•...
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Nov 25 2023
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Showy Milkweed, Asclepias speciosa

by Chas Hathaway
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Botanical name: Asclepias speciosa • Cold hardiness zones: 3-9• Soil pH: 5.0 – 7.0• Watering needs: Moderate, drought-tolerant once established• Food forest layer: Herb layer• Which parts of the plant...
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Nov 24 2023
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Allegheny Serviceberry, Amelanchier laevis

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Amelanchier laevis (A type of Saskatoon berries) Cold hardiness zone 4 (can withstand cold to -30° F) Soil PH: pH 5.0 to 7.4 Watering needs: Average Blooming Season: Mid-spring Harvest...
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Nov 22 2023
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Food Forest Plants for Cold Climates

by Chas Hathaway
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This is a list of plants for a food forest in at least zone 4 (winters can get as cold as -30 F, or 34 C). While Willowrise Gardens is...
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