The 2010 Perennial Plant of the Year is Baptisia australis Fal se Indigo
Stopping to smell the flowers
By Arlene Marturano marturanoa@yahoo.com
      The Perennial Plant Association (PPA) has named Baptisia, Baptisia australis, as the 2010 Perennial of the Year. Each year since 1990 members of PPA choose a representative perennial that adapts to a broad range of climate zones, requires minimal maintenance once established, and offers attractive characteristics over several seasons.
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Star Chefs
Chocolat
      Chocolate Mousse Contributed by Pam Clark Pam Clark 6 oz. semisweet chocolate pieces 2 whole eggs or egg substitute 3 Tbsps. strong hot coffee 2 tsps. rum 3/4 cup milk, scalded Put all ingredients in food processor. Process for two minutes or until smooth.
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Petal Pushers Garden Club holds January meeting
Contributed by the Petal Pushers Garden Club
      The lovely Spring Valley home of Frances Morris was the setting of the January meeting of the Petal Pushers Garden Club. Co–hostesses were Louise Grooms, Edna Kreese, and Sandy Murray. Delicious and outstanding refreshments were served.
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