The Underrated Perennial That Gives Your Garden A Cottage Core Vibe
For cottage garden enthusiasts, there's a perennial that you might not have come across, which can add some unique interest to your outdoor space.
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Stories By Laura Hampson
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The Colorful & Hardy Perennial You Can Grow In Containers That Butterflies Love
If you adore growing colorful flowers in pots, there's one hardy perennial you might want to consider because it can attract gorgeous butterflies to your yard.
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Can You Grow Outdoor Perennials Inside? (And Should You?)
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The Beautiful Tree With Long-Lasting Blooms That'll Make Your Yard A Hummingbird Haven
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The Self-Seeding Flower You Should Grow In Your Garden For Healthy Soil & Color
Looking to enhance your garden with vibrant colors and healthy soil? This self-seeding flower gives a beautiful, thriving landscape that nurtures your garden.
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Attract Birds And Butterflies With A Self-Seeding Flower That Regrows Itself Each Year
This native flower has delicate clusters of violet, lilac, and lavender blooms that will bring birds, butterflies, and other pollinators to your garden.
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The Evergreen Shrub That's Perfect For Small-Space Privacy
This shrub is compact and easy to maintain. It's perfect for creating privacy around your property in warm climates, including coastal areas.
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Swap Traditional Rose Bushes For A Vintage Variety In Your Flower Garden
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The No-Cut Way To Easily Propagate Hydrangeas For A Fuller Garden
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The Scary Dandelion Myth You Should Stop Believing
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How And When To Harvest Rosemary For The Best Flavor
Part of the joy of growing herbs is when you get to reap the rewards. When it comes to rosemary, here's how and when to harvest for the best flavor at home.
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The Fragrant Garden Herb That's Known To Repel Pesky Mosquitoes
Tired of mosquitoes ruining your relaxing summer evenings? This unsuspecting herb can banish biting bugs naturally -- and beautify your outdoor space.
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The Stunning Hydrangea Variety That Adds Gothic Moodiness To Your Garden
Hydrangeas might seem like a no-go for a moody, gothic garden aesthetic, but this striking hydrangea variety certainly stands out from its pastel cousins.
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The Hardy, Flavorsome Herb That'll Grow Well In Shady Areas Of Your Garden
Herb plants offer many benefits: enticing pollinators, repelling pests, and offering diverse flavors. This herb checks all the boxes and does well in the shade.
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Make Your Garden Look Like A French Countryside With Colors That Look Like A Painting
Blooming French countrysides are synonymous with Monet's many garden paintings. Choose these colors to make your garden look inspired by iconic works of art.
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