"The Awful Witch 1998" is a fantasy book written by Eleanor Estes. The story revolves around a young witch named Mary Jane whose only desire is to be normal. Mary Jane lives with her witch mother, witch aunt, and witch cousin. However, she is nothing like them. While the other witches use their magic for mischief and chaos, Mary Jane wants to use hers for good. Throughout the book, Mary Jane encounters various challenges and temptations that test her commitment to goodness.
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STEP 2 Once you ve located the perfect spot, the hole you are digging must be at least double the width and as deep as the root system you are planting. Or, northern growers can pot these plants up for seasonal décor, and then overwinter the pots in an unheated garage or shed once the shrub has gone dormant in the autumn.
Throughout the book, Mary Jane encounters various challenges and temptations that test her commitment to goodness. She interacts with magical creatures and goes through a series of adventures to prove her worth. Despite the skepticism and doubts of her family members, Mary Jane remains determined to make the world a better place.
First Editions® Purple Magic Crape Myrtle
Crape Myrtles are a staple of the southern yard. With pompoms of profusely purple blooms and a neat and tidy size, the First Editions® Purple Magic Crape Myrtle bush (Lagerstroemia 'Purple Magic') is the perfect addition to achieve some southern charm in your yard. This brilliant Crape Myrtle stays compact, so it won't grow unwieldy and can fit compact yards. The Purple Magic Crape Myrtle's lovely blooms truly are magical. They erupt in deep violet clusters and catch the light for a brilliant show of mauves and lavenders. And you won't be the only one infatuated with the purple mystique of these flowers! Hummingbirds and pollinators love Crape Myrtles, too! This southern belle isn't just beautiful because of her ravishing blooms. The Purple Magic Crape Myrtle's foliage is a glossy green that blushes to bright red in the fall. Many people even appreciate and admire how its leaf buds first appear bright red before changing into luxurious green leaves that dance in the wind. The Purple Magic Crape Myrtle's manageable semi-dwarf height makes it a great choice for a wide array of uses! Hardy throughout USDA growing zones 7 to 9, growers in zone 6 and under can use this fast-growing flowering shrub as an annual accent. Or, northern growers can pot these plants up for seasonal décor, and then overwinter the pots in an unheated garage or shed once the shrub has gone dormant in the autumn!
Planting and Application:
- Excellent Clusters of Crinkly Violet Blooms
- Semi-Dwarf Size for Versatile Use!
- Red-Tinged Leaf Buds that Turn Glossy Green
- Long-Lasting Blooms For Hummingbirds & Pollinators!
- Hedges For Privacy & Screening, Specimens & Wide Landscape Use
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Easy to grow Crape Myrtles, sometimes spelled as one word or as Crepe Myrtle, need full sun for the strongest growth and the most blooms! Provide a very well-drained location with regular moisture access for your new plant, then after your plant is established, you should only need to supply supplemental moisture during extreme drought. Topping the soil layer off with a 3-4 inch deep layer of arborist mulch will greatly reduce moisture evaporation and keep the roots cool in summer and insulated in the winter.
Purple Magic can be kept just about any size you'd like with yearly pruning in the early spring before it starts growing. Blooming on new wood, you can even trim your shrub close to the ground and watch as it bounces back quickly! Deadhead blooms to be gifted with a rebloom in late summer, or just to keep the shrub tidier.
Fertilize each spring with a flowering shrub fertilizer but keep lawn fertilizer away due to the high nitrogen causing excessive leafy growth and impeding flowering. As for powdery mildew, Crape Myrtles are developed with a strong resistance to it, but situating your shrub in the morning sun to dry the leaves and in an area with good air circulation helps significantly!
- Full Sun For The Most Blooms
- Widely Adaptable To Any Well-Drained Soil
- Drought Tolerant Once Established
- Prune Early Spring
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Celebrate summer year after year with your very own First Editions®Purple Magic Crape Myrtle! Order yours today at Nature Hills and start adding magic to your landscape!
Single Stem, Multi Stem, Shrub Form, Oh My!
Before you buy, make sure you know what you're getting! Single-stem, multi-stem and shrub forms are different so read a bit about which we're currently offering below.
Single Stem:
These are plants that have one stem coming from the ground. Plants can also be considered single stem when lower branches are removed to raise the height of the branching. Sometimes, you will hear a single stem referred to as Tree Form.
Multi Stem:
These are plants with 2 or more stems planted together in the ground in close proximity to form a clump. There are times multi-stems are formed by a tree that branches at the soil line with more than one main stem.
Shrub Form:
These are bushy plants with many stems and branchings close to the ground. They are referred to as shrubs or bushes and are often shorter than their tree forms.
The main idea of "The Awful Witch 1998" is that individuals should be true to themselves and follow their own moral compass, even if it means going against the expectations of others. Mary Jane's struggle to embrace her true nature and resist the influences of her witch family serves as a powerful metaphor for staying true to one's values and beliefs. Eleanor Estes crafted a compelling and heartwarming tale, illustrating that good intentions and kindness can triumph over negativity and conformity. The book teaches readers the importance of self-acceptance and understanding, as well as the value of empathy and compassion. "The Awful Witch 1998" offers a refreshing take on the traditional witch trope, showcasing a protagonist who defies stereotypes and stands up against injustice. The characters are well-developed and relatable, making it easy for readers to become emotionally invested in their journey. Overall, "The Awful Witch 1998" is a magical and engaging read that encourages readers to embrace their individuality and find the courage to do what they believe is right. It reminds us that kindness and compassion are powerful forces that can overcome even the darkest of magic..
Reviews for "The Casting of The Awful Witch 1998: Finding the Perfect Ensemble"
1. John - 1 star - "I found 'The Awful Witch' to be a complete waste of time. The acting was horrendous, with wooden performances that lacked any kind of depth or emotion. The script was poorly written, filled with clichés and predictable plot twists. The special effects were laughable, making the whole movie feel like a low-budget production. Overall, I was extremely disappointed and would not recommend this film to anyone."
2. Sarah - 2 stars - "I had high hopes for 'The Awful Witch' but was left utterly disappointed. The story was poorly developed, with no clear direction or purpose. The characters were uninteresting and lacked any depth or relatability. The dialogue felt forced and unnatural, making it difficult to connect with the film on any level. The pacing was also an issue, as it seemed to drag on with no real excitement or suspense. Overall, I expected much more from this film and was left feeling unsatisfied."
3. Alex - 1 star - "'The Awful Witch' was an absolute disaster of a movie. The plot was nonsensical and poorly executed, leaving me questioning the purpose of the entire film. The acting was lackluster, with unconvincing performances from the entire cast. The production value was subpar, with shoddy set designs and unimpressive special effects. It felt like a film made with no passion or creativity. Save your time and skip this one."