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Ilex opaca – American holly

American holly is native to the eastern United States, and may reach 40 to 50 feet tall in its southern range, but in Massachusetts it is more often a smaller tree, 20 to 30 feet tall, with stiff evergreen leaves. Continue reading
Juniperus virginiana, Eastern redcedar

In many an old country graveyard, one may still come across Juniperus virginiana, Eastern redcedar. Continue reading
Horticulture Highlight: Leucothoe

…frosts will lie upon the grass like bloom on grapes of purple-brown and gold. The misted early morning will be cold… -Elinor Wylie Early morning frosts might not be favorites of many and they increase the leaf-drop of deciduous … Continue reading
Horticulture Highlight: Katsura Tree

Smell is a potent wizard that transports us across thousands of miles and all the years we have lived. -Helen Keller Many visitors to Mount Auburn come not only to be in the here and now, but also to … Continue reading