AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoCommunity Food Security: Milwaukee’s Metcalfe Park residents marked one year since their grocery store closed, using a “Run Black & Grow” walk-and-commitment event to highlight a fridge network, farmers’ market carpools, and a 60-day closure notice push. Invasive Species & Belonging: In north Wales, asylum seekers and environmental volunteers teamed up to clear Himalayan balsam along the River Dee, showing how nature work can build community ties. Garden Tech & Design: Berkshire Botanical Garden plans a $3.5M, 5,000-square-foot glass conservatory for year-round exhibits. Heat-Smart Gardening: Experts share July fixes—lavender browning causes, lavender reblooming with a simple trim, and why pruning “bigger” isn’t always better (sometimes you should skip it). Plant Care Staples: Hostas are spotlighted as easy-care bloomers, while peace lilies get a July rebloom checklist. Pest-Proofing: CDs/DVDs hung in gardens are being promoted as a bird deterrent, and copper mesh is trending for slug control. Kids & Workshops: Dobbies’ Little Seedlings Club returns with a sun-vs-shade hands-on session.
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