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Growing on the High Plains: Purple Coneflower (Part 3)

High Plains Public Radio | By Skip Mancini
Published January 31, 2019 at 10:35 AM CST

Today's Growing on the High Plains will continue the series about the purple coneflower. Tune in to hear more about this medically magnificent plant that's also very easy on the eyes. This concludes the three-part series on this hearty, practical plant that has a lot to offer! 
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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.
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