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Here's a photo of one of my Magnolia blossoms in the front yard (Spring 2013).

It's been awhile since I've been on here....I hope everyone is well and had a great Holiday season. We have tons of snow here in Northern Michigan and I'm looking forward to Spring everyday. I'm hoping to put in about 3,000 Dahlias this coming May. I'm storing about 3,500 lbs. of tubers...

These were some Dahlia/Pumpkin arrangements I did for our local Farmer's Market just before Halloween......

I will be digging up Dahlia tubers from about 1,200 plants (about 80 varieties) this week......tuber prices range from $2.00-$6.00 each depending on variety. Discount on larger orders..... Please contact me here or e-mail: irishacres@hotmail.com

I thought I'd share this photo.... I found this Puff Ball and a couple of other biggies in one of my sheep yards.....it was covered with slugs and snails..(they made the holes)...it looks almost like white Swiss cheese. I thought it was kind of neat and I didn't know where to post it.....I...

I know it's not Spring yet when the Fuschias start blooming.....but I couldn't wait to post a "Spring" photo. This variety is called "Pink Marshmallow".....taken about 4 years ago. One of six varieties I keep through the Winter in the house. Going to start some cuttings on some plants next...

I have several varieties of dahlia tubers for sale....many show quality colors and varieties. To see photos of some of the various varieties....please go to the Flower/Rose area and scroll down to "Dahlias"...here you will see several photos. Prices range from $1.00 to $6.00 each depending...

I usually have to have "one" Nicotiana plant each year in my Dahlia bed......this year's plant was almost 6 ft. tall....and has tons of blooms.......and the smell is great.

Happy Spring everyone!!! My two Tahitian Gardenias arrived yesterday in the mail..... nice healthy plants.....I can't wait until they start blooming.... The fragrance from these flowers has a smell unlike anything I've ever grown before. I was introduced to them in Hawai'i and have...

I'm trying to find the "Heartland" tomato seeds for my boss at the nursery..... Does anyone have these or know where I could find some.....? Thank you, Rusty:)

Growing up on our farm...I can remember my Grandma McClure growing these beans and making the most wonderful soups with them.... I always loved their color and their flavor..... Does anyone raise this variety and have ANY to swap or sell?

Anyone wanting to buy Dahlia tubers will have to pm or e-mail me for varieties and prices..... The most popular varieties go quick and by April...I'm usually down to about 20 different varieties....so if you want a great selection...order early...they go FAST!!! Thank you, Rusty...

Two things....I transplanted a piece of my Wisteria to my other home...it grew like crazy...but NEVER has flowered.....The mother plant flowers like mad.....anyone know why no blooms? And....does anyone know if Wisteria is poisoness to livestock? I want to transplant some more vines...but I'm...

Hi...Just wondering if anyone else grows Plumerias or Oleanders? I just got my first Plumerias last Spring...and my first scented Oleanders (from Spain)....a year ago....I really love these plants....Best to all, Rusty

I'm new to the group and would love to talk to other Dahlia growers....Happy Holidays, Rusty

Justed wanted to say "Hi" and wish everyone "Happy Holidays". I'm from Michigan where I raise lots of Dahlias, Bantams, and Sheep....I would love to hear from other Dahlia growers. Best to all, Rusty