Showy Tick Trefoil
Showy Tick Trefoil is a native erect perennial forb growing from 3 to 5 feet high on leafy stems that branch at…
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Growing Food Growing Food is edible gardening and food security. – Growing fruits, vegetables, and herbs to promote self-sufficiency and reduce food costs. – Interest in heirloom varieties and seed saving. – Kitchen gardening – Supporting local food systems and reducing the carbon footprint of food production.
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