GARDENS | FROM PAGE 13 Page 22 cal points in a garden, so the extra time and expense is justified if you want the plant to stand out from other landscape features. While the hydrangeas gave their name to the hydrangea family (Hydrangeaceae), it is not the only genus in the family. Deutzias (Deutzia spp.) and mock oranges (Syringa spp.) are a few other commonly available garden shrubs that belong to this family. Generally, when we think of corn we think of delicious kernels eaten in late summer and fall. Corn on the cob is a well-known seasonal delight, and popcorn a popular snack. Corn mazes have become a staple of fall entertainment, and corn stalks decorate many a farm stand and home for SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 19 served, in the memory of a loved one, or just someone from your family, school, etc., the general pricing is $100 for a 4” x 8” brick (three lines) or $200 for a 8” x 8” brick (fi ve lines). Each line has a maximum of 15 characters. The improvement and upkeep of the monument on the corner of Winter and Central Streets rely on the generosity of donors through fundTHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 29, 2025 the harvest/Halloween season. However, people don’t often think of corn as an ornamental plant for seasonal containers. One of the most colorful and decorative fall plants is the pink zebra corn (Zea mays ‘Pink Zebra’), which boasts startling striped foliage. It can grow quite large, up to 4’-6’ tall, and if it develops ears, they will contain dark purple, almost black popcorn kernels. A single plant in a pot is not too likely to get fertilized, however, so I am not holding out much hope of growing my own popcorn this year. Like other corn, this is an annual regardless of weather, so it is not going to last through the winter even if it is kept away from frost. Annuals are still thriving and blooming in many parts of Saugus. A beautiful display of petunias and raising. The brick application must be in by September 10 to ensure the bricks will be ready for Veterans Day. Please contact Corinne Riley at 781-231-7995 for more information and applications. About The Saugus Advocate We welcome press releases, news announcements, freelance articles and courtesy photos from the community. Our deadline is 6 p.m. on Tuesday. If you petunia/million bells hybrids can be found at the base of the Roller World Plaza sign on Route 1, which sits between several popular businesses in the parking lot. The flowers include solid pink, pink and white striped, and yellow flowering varieties, and completely cover the raised bed. Editor’s Note: Laura Eisener is a landscape design consultant who helps homeowners with landscape design, plant selection and placement of trees and shrubs, as well as perennials. She is a member of the Saugus Garden Club and offered to write a series of articles about “what’s blooming in town” shortly after the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. 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