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For North Carolinians seeking a new look for their yards, ornamental grasses could be the answer. Grasses like Pine Pampas, Red Switch, and Japanese Blood not only are colorful but also are resistant to insects and disease and tolerant of summer heat.
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The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 62 Issue 8, Jan 1995, p39, por
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29571
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Joseph Hillenmeyer, a garden and landscape designer in Kentucky, created a garden complex for Leon and Sandy Hollon. The garden complex is a living record of neighborly and familial ties, and features eight rooms that reflect the Hollons’ admiration for formal European style. Hillenmeyer’s work has gained popularity, leading him to new projects in North Carolina.
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29683
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Lauri Newman-Waters, owner of Asheville’s Farm Girl Garden Designs, has a passion for science and nature. A former research scientist, she focuses her passions on her small farm, where showcases her talents as a landscape architect and fresh-cut flower supplier for local restaurants. Farm Girl specializes in western North Carolina terrain, using native plants and low-impact techniques.
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30702
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There are particular varieties of grass which are suitable to certain regions of North Carolina. This article explains when, where, and how to grow centipede grass, Bermuda grass, tall fescue grass, and zoysia grass. Information is also provided on landscaping, fertilization, weeding, and plants compatible with each variety of grass.
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Carolina Country (NoCar HD 9688 N8 C38x), Vol. 43 Issue 8, Aug 2011, p32, il
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34509
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In Mount Airy, North Carolina, a couple decides to collaborate with a landscaper to design the perfect gardens to match their quirky house. The front side of the house shows a red brick façade from 1834 that requires a tame, structured garden. The other side is a 20th-century stone addition that requires a whimsical, free-flowing Victorian style garden to go with the kitchen garden.
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