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Impatiens flower in shady places

Some of the most popular annual bedding plants used by gardeners are impatiens. They are ideal for growing where you want color in your yard but you have lots of shade. There are so many types and colors of traditional impatiens. The eye-catching variegated white blooming Painted Paradise White is just stunning, as are the double-bloomed varieties.

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Beaumont’s Tyrell Park set to host gardeners

Put on your sunglasses, pack that checkbook, find a notepad and head on over to Tyrrell Park on Saturday, April 14, for a great day for gardeners. The fun starts at 8 a.m. and lasts until noon. The Thyme for Herbs Society is planning its popular event, Herb Fest, in conjunction with the Beaumont Botanical Gardens at Tyrrell Park. Admission to the Warren Loose Conservatory is also free during this time.

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Master gardener plant sale, soil testing

One of the most anticipated gardening events of the year is this weekend. Ann Bares, master gardener, and one of the event coordinators, says, “Get there early if there are unique plants you are looking for.”

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