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CONTENTS
ON THE COVER Asian-style shrubs that can grow almost anywhere 14
25 blue flowers 16 successful seed tips
The Reids remodel their Charleswood home Kitchen trends: the heart of the home
GARDENS June Buzahora’s Point Douglas garden The Birtle garden of Brenda Evans
HOME Renovations to achieve a relaxing bathroom
NOTEBOOK The upcoming shows of Home Expressions and Gardening Saturday
FEATURES Evergreens around the world What are F1 seeds?
Your seed catalogue to keep
16 22
34 36
7 30 12 6
20 25 26
Cover: Karl Foerster grass in June Buzahora’s garden. Photo by Dorothy Dobbie.
VOLUME 14, NUMBER 5 WINTER 2013
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