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Herbaceous Plant Materials
Test #2
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Plant Sciences
Not Applicable
06/19/2023

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Term
What season is the best time to plant alliums?
Definition
Fall
Term
Why don't astilbe thrive under large trees?
Definition
They need a lot of soil moisture
Term
What is it called when you trim off dead blooms?
Definition
Deadheading
Term
What 2 seasons are the best time to divide alliums?
Definition
Spring and fall
Term
When do astilbe look most dramatic?
Definition
When planted en masse
Term
Why is the 'Millenium' Allium considered one of the best small-headed allium selections?
Definition
It won't reseed or become invasive
Term
Deer seem to ______ astilbe.
Definition
Ignore
Term
Why are astilbe great additions to a butterfly and bee gardens?
Definition
They have long-lasting flowers
Term
What should be done to astilbe foliage in the fall?
Definition
It should be cut to the ground
Term
What's the scientific name for the allium native to Iowa?
Definition
Allium cernuum
Term
When was Allium 'Millenium' plant of the year?
Definition
2018
Term
Wild Garlic has strong __________ properties.
Definition
Antiseptic
Term
What was Spiderwort used for by Native Americans?
Definition
Spider bites
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