Mary Tipping

Mary Tipping is the curator and plant recorder at the Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania.

How-To
Avoid Winter Damage to Your Holly

Hollies, especially evergreen varieties, can often be damaged by extreme winter weather. Here are a few tips for heading off some of the most common problems. 1. Siting makes a…
Design
10 Uncommon Holly, Winterberry, and Inkberry Varieties to Spark Winter Garden Interest

Why is it that some people think the thrill of the growing season is over after the first frost? For those of us who grow Ilex cultivars (Zones 4–9), the…

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