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Rockeries and alpines are on your plate this week!  It'll be tough chew on this week's episode of The Growing Season. 

Jack, Lynne and Matt McFarland are all about AC/DC - they are about to rock, they have rocked, they would like you to rock with them...

Shall we!?

A modern-classic build kicks off the show.  Matt draws elements from what Jack was doing in the 1970's and 1980's.

What is the purpose of rock in a landscape?  There are TON of reasons to use it and the trio highlight the myriad of why. 

What is the life expectancy of rock in a landscape situation? What is "feather rock?"

The construction of a stone wall, in all its mathy glory, features. What is a gravity wall?

Moss on rock is a popular choice for clients.  How do you ensure that the moss remains on your stone? 

Greek yogurt, beer and moss - a match made in heaven.  We'll tell you why. 

What fertilizer is appropriate for rock gardens?   

Lynne details how to weed a rock garden.  BEWARE of slippery surfaces. 

How would one prune the plant materials in their rock garden? Plants that would tolerate a rock garden environment are detailed. 

Mugho pine is pulled from the 1980's and into the spotlight. 

Tiger eyes sumac are GORGEOUS!   Have you ever used them? 

Ferns cap the show off...

Tune in. 

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