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Holiday special programming

Topping Out

High Plains Public Radio | By Skip Mancini
Published December 20, 2012 at 12:01 AM CST
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During the holiday season a look toward the sky could catch a glimpse of a snowflake or two, or even a miniature sleigh and eight tiny reindeers.  At construction sites it could also yield the sight of a Christmas tree high atop a roof beam.  Today we'll look back in history and spend some time in the great north woods part of the world to find our Growing On The High Plains topic.

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Skip Mancini
Years ago Skip Mancini left the rocky coast of Northern California to return to her roots in the heartland. Her San Francisco friends, concerned over her decision to live in a desolate flatland best known for a Hollywood tornado, were afraid she would wither and die on the vine. With pioneer spirit, Skip planted a garden. She began to learn about growing not only flowers and vegetables, but hearts and minds. If you agree that the prairie is a special place, we think you'll enjoy her weekly sojourns into Growing on the High Plains.
See stories by Skip Mancini
  1. Growing on the High Plains: Fir Sure
  2. Growing on the High Plains: Live Christmas Trees
  3. Growing on the High Plains: Topping Out
  4. Growing on the High Plains: Pining for the Perfect Tree
  5. Rosemary Tree