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      <image:title>Education - Seed Starting - Choosing the right soil is important because it provides the necessary nutrients, structure, and drainage for healthy seedling growth. Quality soil supports root development, retains moisture, and allows proper airflow to the roots. Using the right soil mix ensures that seeds have the best chance of germinating and thriving into strong plants. Caras recommends Black Gold because it’s a nutrient-rich mix that improves structure, moisture retention, and drainage. Its organic content ensures plants have the necessary nutrients for optimal development.</image:title>
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      <image:title>Education - Winter Plant Protection - Conifers in particular can struggle when salt gets in the soil.</image:title>
      <image:caption>If you think this has happened in your yard, then we recommend applying Caras Soil Elixir which, among other benefits, contains humic acid in a microbial base which has been shown to remove salt from the soil.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Education - Winter Plant Protection - If this is impractical, there are several sprays (which we carry) that are quite effective.</image:title>
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      <image:caption>The best way to combat this potential problem is to wrap the trunk with tree wrap. Ideally the wrap will be light in color (and thus reflect the sun’s rays) as well as being stiff enough to allow for an air gap between the bark and the inside of the wrap.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>There are antidessdicant sprays - Wilt Pruf and Wilt Stop - which can be applied to the foliage. Application of these can be very helpful but this treatment should be done on warmer winter days.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>This beautiful evergeen plant makes a perfect Christmas decoration. These bright-red berries can hang on until spring! When crushed, the leaves emit a minty aroma. They prefer bright, indirect sunlight and temperatures between 60 - 70 F. Keep soil evenly moist, but not soggy. Put in a well-draining pot. This cold-hardy perennial can be planted outside in the Spring after the ground thaws!</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>A Christmas classic that comes in many colors. Its beautiful flower-like leaves (bracts) get their color due to the shorter winter days. These plants need to stay indoors here in Montana. They suffer damage when exposed to temperatures below 50 F and die when exposed to freezing temperatures. Keep moist and water when soil is dry to the touch. Place by a south, east, or west-facing window so it recieves bright day light. Keep away from drafts and areas with fluctuating temperatures.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Education - Favorite Holiday Houseplants - Holiday Cactus</image:title>
      <image:caption>There are several holiday cactuses. Our preferred option is the Thanksgiving Cactus pictured to the right. This is what we sell during holidays, given its resilience, early bloom times and stunning colors. A truely classic low maintenance houseplant that can brighten up any room with it’s iconic tube-like blooms. They do best in bright, indirect sunlight and in temperatures between 60 - 65 F. Their soil should be kept moist, but not waterlogged. Water when the top 2 - 3 inches of soil are dry. Under the right conditions, these plants will bloom from mid-November until after Christmas. Pet Safe!</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Education - Favorite Holiday Houseplants - Lemon Cypress</image:title>
      <image:caption>The Lemon Lime Cypress is a great low-maintenance evergreen that can be kept in a container, bonsaied, or used as a hedge. It’s needles exude a light citrus smell when touched or crushed. This plant is incredibly easy to care for. It does not required soil enrichment, prefers partial to full sun, and evenly moist soil (if kept as a houseplant). They prefer a cool, moist climate and do well in temperatures between 20 - 70 F. If kept inside, make sure to keep it in a place with sufficient humidity. Pet Safe!</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>These evergreen trees can be kept indoors and make a great houseplant. Though “pine” is in the name, these trees are actually monkey puzzles. Grown indoors, they can reach heights of 3 - 8 ft. They prefer full sun and temperatures between 65 - 70 F. Make sure to water at least every two weeks and provide some humidity. During the growing season, fertilize with a weak liquid fertilizer (20-20-20 NPK).</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Education - A Handmade Caras Christmas - Designed and made in Kalispell, MT.</image:title>
      <image:caption>Adventure Inspired Art + Accessories Art and apparel with an adventure science flair. Photographed and illustrated by Montana artist Mandy Mohler. As seen in Sunset Magazine, Pottery Barn, ORIGIN Magazine, Touch of Modern, and Huckberry.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Education - A Handmade Caras Christmas - The Sweets Barn is a candy maker from Lolo, MT</image:title>
      <image:caption>Old fashioned goodness. Since 2011, The Sweets Barn has been providing Old Fashioned Goodness to Kids and Adults alike in Lolo, Montana. We specialize in using real ingredients and classic recipes handed down to us from our grandparents. Beyond the buttercream fudge, peanut brittle, toffee, and timeless novelties, we also stock over 200 bulk candies.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Education - A Handmade Caras Christmas - Montana Magpie hats are handmade made right here in Missoula.</image:title>
      <image:caption>Handmade Wares. Hand-crocheted with an acrylic/wool blend yarn. Come in adult and toddler sizes. This thick, handmade beanie will keep you cozy and warm on a winter's day. Each hat is crocheted by hand, and no two hats are exactly the same! Each hat is adorned with either a hand-dyed, hand-sewn wool patch (in the shape of a US state) or a genuine leather patch with the Montana Magpie logo.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Education - A Handmade Caras Christmas - La Petite Rose earrings are made here in Montana.</image:title>
      <image:caption>Thoughtful and Unique Earrings Made by Hand These polymer clay earrings are made by Stephanie, the owner of La Petite Rose. She lives in Montana with her husband and their Vizsla named Olive. One of her joys is being able to sit down and create a unique piece of jewelry based off of her taste and idea.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Started in 1986 in Chiang Mai, Thailand, Pilgrim Imports provides local, Fair Trade and Fair Wage jobs. Their goal is to fight villiage poverty, support families and improve the lives of their children. This is accomplished while by doing clean, honest and economical work as well as preserving tradition and community. To learn more about the work they do, head on over to their website.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Education - Farm Your Soil! - We offer a variety of great fertilizers! The picture to the left are some of our favorite fertilizers we like to recommend. Different fertilizers will have different benefits. Be sure to ask our staff for help to find the best fertilizer for you!</image:title>
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    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/news/caras-soil-elixir</loc>
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      <image:title>Education - Caras Soil Elixir - Benefits</image:title>
      <image:caption>Living microbiology activates soil for increased transplant success Increases availability of soluble nutrients in your soil Holds more moisture in the soil while aerating it Great for breaking down clay Promotes root growth-enhancing uptake of nutrients and water Provides carbon and other micro-nutrients to your plants which improves plant’s utilization of fertilizer</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Education - Caras Soil Elixir - New Plantings and Transplants</image:title>
      <image:caption>For trees, shrubs, and garden plants, give a deep drench of your Soil Elixir mixture as the last step of planting in the ground.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Education - Caras Soil Elixir - Annuals and Houseplants</image:title>
      <image:caption>Soak the root ball in a bucket of Soil Elixir mixture until the bubbles stop - then plant. Leftover water in the bucket can be used to water plants!</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Education - Caras Soil Elixir - Check out these results!</image:title>
      <image:caption>Root systems were approximately 40% larger in plants treated with Caras Soil Elixir. Healthy root systems are indicative of a healthy plant!</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Education - Caras Soil Elixir - 8oz Bottle</image:title>
      <image:caption>$7.99</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Education - Caras Soil Elixir - 64oz Bottle</image:title>
      <image:caption>$42.00</image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/news/lawn-alternatives</loc>
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    <lastmod>2025-08-25</lastmod>
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      <image:title>Education - Lawn Alternatives - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Education - Lawn Alternatives - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Education - Lawn Alternatives - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.</image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/news/a-blurb-about-winter-burn</loc>
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    <lastmod>2023-03-29</lastmod>
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      <image:title>Education - A Blurb about Winter Burn - WINTER BURN</image:title>
      <image:caption>2023 was a snowy winter in Western Montana and winter injury/needle burn is visble on many evergreens around town (end of March). When its primarily concentrated on south facing foliage, it’s probably desiccation from sunlight reflecting off snow on the ground. In this case, the buds and wood are unaffected and the plant is able to put on new growth which for conifers is around mid May to end of June. The shrub or tree will look fine once growth is complete. There are also a number of evergreens that have gone totally brown this winter. There is a good likelihood that this was caused by salts spread on roads and/or sidewalks, dissolving and then running into beds. There is little that can be done for these plants but this risk should be kept in mind to avoid in the future.</image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/news/christmas-tree-primer</loc>
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    <lastmod>2025-12-10</lastmod>
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    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/news/orchids-101-care-tips</loc>
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    <lastmod>2025-12-29</lastmod>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/news/blog-post-title-one-z37hf</loc>
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    <lastmod>2025-12-29</lastmod>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events</loc>
    <changefreq>daily</changefreq>
    <priority>0.75</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-03-31</lastmod>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/seminar-native-plants-and-perennials</loc>
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    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-03-20</lastmod>
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    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/seminar-roses-peonies</loc>
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    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-03-20</lastmod>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/seminar-tomatoes-1</loc>
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    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-03-20</lastmod>
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    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/houseplant-bingo</loc>
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    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-03-20</lastmod>
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      <image:title>Events - Houseplant Bingo - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.</image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/desert-terrarium-g2t69</loc>
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    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-03-20</lastmod>
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    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/mkdngahrlw5y6zl2h9e50l7qzanxfw</loc>
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    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-03-18</lastmod>
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      <image:title>Events - Workshop: Terrariums and Mini Fairy Gardens</image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/seminar-dahlias-getting-show-ready</loc>
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    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-03-12</lastmod>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/10f00678-e86f-4450-bde7-9d43a29e9840/5+Valleys+Spring+Seminars.png</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Seminar: Dahlias - Getting Show-Ready - Join the 5 Valleys Dahlia &amp; Gladiola Society at Caras Nusery for an informational seminar! Learn how to prune your dahlias so they look their best and are show-ready!</image:title>
      <image:caption>Attend all three seminars and you will be automatically be entered into a drawing. Winners will be selected in October, each receiving either a hand picked dahlia tuber collection or a gladiola collection.</image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/seminar-planting-dahlias</loc>
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    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-03-12</lastmod>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/10f00678-e86f-4450-bde7-9d43a29e9840/5+Valleys+Spring+Seminars.png</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Seminar: Planting Dahlias - Join the 5 Valleys Dahlia &amp; Gladiola Society at Caras Nusery for an informational seminar! Learn how to properly plant your dahlia tubers for a successful bloom! This event will include a demonstrations and a chance to practice on one and bring it home!</image:title>
      <image:caption>Attend all three seminars and you will be automatically be entered into a drawing. Winners will be selected in October, each receiving either a hand picked dahlia tuber collection or a gladiola collection.</image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/seminar-dahlia-tuber-splitting</loc>
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    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-03-12</lastmod>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/10f00678-e86f-4450-bde7-9d43a29e9840/5+Valleys+Spring+Seminars.png</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Seminar: Dahlia Tuber Splitting - Join us for the first seminar in this 3-part educational series!</image:title>
      <image:caption>Learn how to split dahlia tubers and prep for spring planting. This event will include a demonstrations and a chance to practice on one and bring it home! Attend all three seminars and you will be automatically be entered into a drawing. Winners will be selected in October, each receiving either a hand picked dahlia tuber collection or a gladiola collection.</image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/workshop-outdoor-bonsai</loc>
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    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-03-17</lastmod>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/3ec45313-8be1-479f-956f-29053f981ba1/WKSHP_+Outdoor+Bonsai.png</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Workshop: Outdoor Bonsai - BONSAI WORKSHOP!</image:title>
      <image:caption>For this event, we've stocked fantastic pre-bonsai Juniper and Mugo Pine cultivars whose form and growth habit make them highly appreciated by enthusiasts. FOR ALL LEVELS The durability and easy shaping of these conifers makes them great for new practitioners. We'll have other options as well, but this workshop is tailored to relatively low maintenance hardy trees that live outside and require cold weather to enter dormancy. For this workshop you'll: Pick your own starter tree. Learn the when and "Zen" of pruning. Dive in to the art of wiring and training to give your tree desired shape. Leave with a living bonsai tree to ready to level up your outdoor space. Bonsai art is a great way to experience some mindful moments in an increasingly chaotic world. See you soon!</image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/indoor-bonsai</loc>
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    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-02-25</lastmod>
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    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/seminar-lawns-and-lawn-alternative</loc>
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    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-14</lastmod>
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    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/seminar-deer-resistant-plants-and-trees</loc>
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    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-14</lastmod>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/fruit-tree-care</loc>
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    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-14</lastmod>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/1baf96c5-9db8-45ec-8355-e4cf819d2f68/Fruit+Trees.jpg</image:loc>
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    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/pruning-cut-with-confidence</loc>
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    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-14</lastmod>
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    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/epiphyte-mounting-workshop</loc>
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    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-02-05</lastmod>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/seminar-seed-starting-1</loc>
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    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-14</lastmod>
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    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/seminar-houseplants-101</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-02-02</lastmod>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/b371190c-0093-4050-aa62-ed0b400115be/Tillandsia+Mounting+FEB+2026.jpg</image:loc>
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    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/workshop-bioactive-vivariums</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-02-02</lastmod>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/6fcbf096-b4b4-42a9-a4e7-8139ea1eb562/Bioactive+Vivariums.jpg</image:loc>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/annual-orchid-show-1</loc>
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    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-02-25</lastmod>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/5fe25165-0da9-4d9d-8113-03457f4a21c7/Annual+Orchid+Show+2026.png</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Annual Orchid Show - Repottings, Chats, Ribbon Show!</image:title>
      <image:caption>On Saturday you can view all the amazing orchids and learn from the members of Five Valleys Orchid Society and Caras staff. The event includes orchid seminars and the opportunity to have your orchid re-potted by the experts. If interested in having your orchid participate in the ribbon show - please bring between 9-11AM. Free to enter! Otherwise bring your curiosity for our seminars and the opportunity to have a special orchid potted up by our Experts for taking home.</image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/desert-terrarium</loc>
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    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-03-12</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/c145b379-c50a-4834-a25a-6699872caafc/Desert+Terrarium+Jan+2026.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Workshop: Desert Terrariums</image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/terrarium-building-workshop</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-13</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/01b89b49-7b3d-4dd1-8f0b-2629891a9fea/Terrarium+Building+Jan+2026.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Workshop: Terrarium Building</image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/workshop-wreath-and-centerpiece-decorating-9kbnt</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2025-12-27</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/1dc970db-a6fe-4dfd-966f-f595d522c088/Wreath+and+centerpiece+workshop+v2.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Workshop: Centerpiece Building</image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/workshop-wreath-and-centerpiece-decorating</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2025-11-30</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/84ded93c-7fff-4729-9ab0-46e1503aadd2/Wreath+and+centerpiece+workshop+No+QR.png</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Workshop: Wreath and Centerpiece Decorating</image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/workshop-indoor-holiday-planters</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2025-12-27</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/b7733280-b314-4596-8ef4-46a63a110fb1/Tropical+Centerpieces.jpeg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Holiday Houseplant Centerpiece Workshop - Houseplant Centerpiece Workshop</image:title>
      <image:caption>Join us for a fun and interactive Workshop this Saturday, November 22nd! The Holiday workshop starts at 3:00 in the afternoon and the cost is $72, which includes a signature dish pot of your choice, and the plants &amp; decor you need. We will guide you through every step &amp; you'll go home with a beautiful centerpiece for your holiday table for Thanksgiving - and beyond - because we’re highlighting living foliage from the Caras Tropical Greenhouse.</image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/54qbajh6ztytq7e1sd20jdv3mnsmk7</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-03</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/db8de840-0a6f-4516-ab7b-4cf0817dc85c/Open+House+Flyer+2025.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Evening Open House</image:title>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/ladies-night</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2025-10-30</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/dd759dd2-8513-4ee9-96be-3659d12d6515/Ladies+Night+2025+%282%29.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Ladies Night</image:title>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/pony-rides-mrmrs-santa-clause</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-03</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/7d4d8019-2c82-414a-9eab-e7aed5757c70/Pony+Rides+2025.png</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Pony Rides - featuring: Santa &amp;amp; Mrs. Claus</image:title>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/caras-buck-weekend</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2025-12-19</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/caras-christmas-store-grand-opening</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2025-10-22</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/3beb742f-8269-4a42-a004-408bdc92d69a/grand+opening+christmas+flyer.png</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Caras Christmas Store Grand Opening</image:title>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/winter-indoor-plant-care</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2025-09-23</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/fa202115-9b8d-41a8-9238-8979ec0c6fe2/Houseplant+care+winter+2025.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Winter Indoor Plant Care</image:title>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/terrarium-workshop</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2025-12-29</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/6af3909b-cf66-4b91-babc-a28784e4e821/terrarium+workshop+2025.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Terrarium Workshop</image:title>
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  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/hedges</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-03</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/82ddff99-32f5-4378-8594-8675c5d880cd/Hedges+seminar+2025.png</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Hedges Seminar - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.</image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/citrusseminar</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-03</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/441265b1-a20d-4bcc-bdf4-312a4992a191/Citrus+seminar+2025.png</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Citrus Seminar - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.</image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/fallplanting</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-03</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/13278198-6cfd-44c9-b826-90cd325c71af/fall+gardening+2025.png</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Fall Planting &amp;amp; Winterizing Seminar - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.</image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/orchid-event-with-the-orchid-society-wmpzd</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-03</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/a32838e1-9573-44dc-995f-60c6367ec84f/Orchids++seminar+2025.png</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Growing Orchids with the Five Valley Orchid Society - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.</image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/dahlia-gladiola-show</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-03</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/5e595acd-a922-4414-b1d4-257508d30160/Dahlia+%26+Gladiola+Show.png</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Dahlia &amp; Gladiola Show</image:title>
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  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/caras-bucks-2-sznrp-pxzeh</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2025-12-27</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/plant-powered-social-hour-terrariums-fairy-gardens</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-03</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/7dcb9c3d-3a6a-4311-b213-805d5a10a91e/terrarium-with-small-plants+v2.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Plant Powered Social Hour: Terrariums &amp; Fairy Gardens - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.</image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/seminar-rare-unusual-houseplants</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-03</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/0b435c5f-1252-4384-80cb-8529c42292ad/rare+houseplants+2025+3.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Seminar: Rare &amp; Unusual Houseplants</image:title>
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  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/seminar-houseplant-basics</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-03</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/8ccd265b-2eaf-460c-9c15-4096558b4fe2/1.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Seminar: Houseplant Basics</image:title>
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  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/seminar-tomatoes</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-03</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/cdc4c0ee-d9d9-4f7e-8f6f-44af01ad9214/Tomato+Seminar.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Seminar: Tomatoes</image:title>
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  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/miniature-gardens-workshop</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-03</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/971b56a8-d046-40c7-8e15-e669d97b8a04/fairy+garden+seminar.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Miniature Gardens Workshop</image:title>
    </image:image>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/seminar-indoor-citrus-care-1</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-03</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/ef18ecf9-d4a9-4e58-90c3-b96d7ab273a7/Citrus+Tree+Care.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Seminar: Indoor Citrus Care</image:title>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/prepping-your-garden</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-03</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/9b0f6852-9419-46c6-b882-9bb48850e714/Prepping+Your++Garden+-+2025.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Seminar: Prepping Your Garden</image:title>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/mulchmadness</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-03</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/657b30cf-c717-45cb-83d3-9fc8c2dc2be1/INSTA+1.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Mulch Madness</image:title>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/workshop-bonsai</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2025-09-19</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/4f22a4fe-6fda-4d65-8f0f-4f086f8bb2b9/Bonsai+workshop+2025.png</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Workshop: Bonsai - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.</image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/caras-bucks-3-wjflp</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2025-12-27</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/caras-bucks-2-sznrp</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2025-12-27</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/caras-bucks-1-wtl2c</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2025-12-27</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/peonies-roses</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-03</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/bc34d0a6-22ef-4f15-9755-475bb365e669/Peonies+%26+Roses+-+2025.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Seminar: Peonies &amp;amp; Roses</image:title>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/rooted-in-design</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2025-12-29</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/53555c2c-5129-4103-a5b7-5f56d556ed9a/Container+Design+-+2025.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Container Planting Seminar: Rooted In Design</image:title>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/planting-your-veggie-garden</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-03</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/3c617878-082d-41d7-b11c-a20f02d952dc/Planting+Your+Veggie+Garden+-+2025.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Seminar: Planting Your Veggie Garden</image:title>
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  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/lawns-lawn-alternatives</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-03</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/2a5884ff-5ec6-40cf-acfb-54223c30f178/Lawns+%26+Lawn+Alternatives+-+2025.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Seminar: Lawns &amp;amp; Lawn Alternatives</image:title>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/deer-resistant-plants-trees</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-03</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/5466d1c1-2d9f-4d78-a4e7-2db9fe4e1efc/Deer+Resistant+Plants+%26+Trees+Seminar+.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Seminar: Deer Resistant Plants &amp;amp; Trees</image:title>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/seminar-pruning-cut-with-confidence</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-03</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/253faf0e-d8dc-482e-80ef-07543fd23e19/Seminar+Pruning++3125.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Seminar: Pruning - Cut With Confidence</image:title>
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  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/seminar-planting-and-caring-for-fruit-trees</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2025-09-19</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/0d1ee373-bfae-46dd-bc49-98411efcbb1c/Fruit+trees+seminar+2025.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Seminar: Planting and Caring for Fruit Trees</image:title>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/workshop-terrariums-and-fairy-gardens</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-03</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/4a965df8-2ac3-45a4-8c3c-b5f341fe0a53/Terrariums+Wkshp+-+22225.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Workshop: Terrariums and Fairy Gardens</image:title>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/seminar-seed-starting</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-03</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/events/annual-orchid-show</loc>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.5</priority>
    <lastmod>2025-12-29</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/61ac24f6-9864-4b60-9233-aa3ec354f820/Annual+Orchid+Show+2025.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Events - Annual Orchid Show</image:title>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.carasnursery.com/team</loc>
    <changefreq>daily</changefreq>
    <priority>0.75</priority>
    <lastmod>2026-01-29</lastmod>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/633b1da4011f35709e8d0152/4128be8c-73ad-45eb-a204-3b60c04312d3/CarasLadiesNight31.jpg</image:loc>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
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