Robin Fritz

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Stories By Robin Fritz

  • Indiana Leaf Identification

    Indiana Leaf Identification. Looking across ample fields of corn and soy beans may lead you to believe that trees are in short supply in Indiana, but, on the contrary, more than 124 different types of native trees call the Hoosier state home. Add in the sizeble number of non-native trees that have naturalized to Indiana's climate over time and you have a wide variety that can make identifying specific species of tree challenging for all but die-hard botanists.

    By Robin Fritz November 4th, 2022 Read More
  • The Meaning Of The Blue Hydrangea

    The Meaning of the Blue Hydrangea. The massive pompoms of blue hydrangea are a favorite flower of gardeners and brides alike. With their expansive blooms and showy blue color, they're a versatile flower that can fill a vase, fill a bouquet and fill an overlooked shady spot in the garden. But while their color and size may be the attention getters, the many meanings of the blue hydrangea are worth noting as well.

    By Robin Fritz September 6th, 2022 Read More