The Summer Annual That's Cold Tolerant And Great For Fall Color
These popular flowers will continue blooming until the first frost of the autumn, and they even come in a range of fall hues, from red to yellow.
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The Underrated And Fast-Growing Tree That Grows Well In Clay Soil
A native of Asia, this pretty, fast-growing tree is still underappreciated in North America. If your yard has clay soil, it may just be the tree you need.
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The Hearty And Drought-Tolerant Ground Cover That Yields Gorgeous Blooms
This low-maintenance, drought-tolerant ground cover can thrive in the sun or shade, stay evergreen, and add beauty to your garden year-round.
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What To Know Before Planting This Low-Maintenance Perennial In Clay Soil
This herbaceous perennial can tolerate clay soil, and even thrive in it. But make sure you take certain precautions before growing this plant in clay.
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Perennials Vs Annuals: The Real Difference And How To Choose For Your Garden
Understanding the differences in the growth of perennials and annuals helps you plan a garden that's visually appealing year-round and easier to maintain.
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The Creeping Vine You Can Grow In Your Yard That May Be Causing Damage To Your Trees
This creeping vine blocks sunlight to trees and creates the ideal conditions for fungal diseases to spread. Trees often struggle to support its weight, too.
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Hummingbirds Love This Gorgeous Flower With A Strange Name
Hummingbirds are attracted to many types of flowers, but those with a tubular bloom are particular favorites. Here's one they'll love and you won't forget.
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Where To Grow Sunflowers For The Healthiest Plants Possible
Sunflowers aren't difficult to grow, but they do have some specific requirements for the best display. Plant them in the right spot for gorgeous blooms.
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The Companion Plant You Should Avoid Putting Next To Zinnias
There are a number of plants that make great companions for zinnia flowers, but here's one that would be a bad idea to grow alongside zinnias.
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The Stunning Sedum Variety That's A Perfect Ground Cover For Your Gravel Garden
Beautiful and low-maintenance, it's no wonder why gravel gardens are popular. If your gravel garden needs a visual boost, consider this hardy ground cover.
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The Self-Seeding Flower That'll Effortlessly Fill Empty Spaces In Your Garden
Self-seeding perennials are a gardener's best friend, as they come back year after year all on their own. This one has unique, eye-catching flowers.
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The Deer-Resistant Ground Cover That'll Make Your Yard A Lush Pollinator Paradise
Finding an attractive ground cover plant that's deer-resistant and will also lure pollinators into your yard is not that difficult when you consider succulents.
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The Mossy Ground Cover That's Perfect For Your Rocky Garden Path
Adding some softness to those rocky garden paths in your yard is easy when you select just the right ground cover that can handle some light foot traffic.
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Plant These Two Self-Seeding Flowers Together To For A Hummingbird-Filled Garden
Want to attract more hummingbirds to your yard? These two flowers grow very well together, are self-seeding, and will welcome pollinators to your space.
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The Fairy-Like Flower That Deserves A Spot In Your Garden
Designing the perfect cottage garden is all about choosing the right flowers. This one looks straight out of a fairytale and matches anything.
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Why Tomato Leaves Curling Upwards Is Cause For Concern
Curling tomato leaves can hint at a variety of issues, but if the leaves are curling upwards, one culprit is likely to blame. Here's how to fix it.
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The Unique Fruit Tree You Can Even Grow In Clay Soil
It can be tough to grow trees or other plants in clay soil, which easily becomes compacted and waterlogged. Fortunately, this fruit tree tolerates clay soil.
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The Popular Shrub You Can Grow That Pollinators Love & Deer Don't Like
Attracting pollinators while deterring deer is a win-win. This popular native shrub fits the bill, and there are tons of varieties you can grow.
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The Lush Ground Cover That'll Make Your Backyard A Bird And Pollinator Oasis
Ground covers can do more than just keep weeds at bay — with the right pick, you'll also notice many more birds and pollinators stopping by.
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Add A Pop Of Color To Your Sloped Yard With A Beautiful Pink Ground Cover
Sloped yards may be hard to maintain due to erosion. This lovely ground cover will stabilize your sloped yard's soil while also adding a pop of pink color.
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The Japanese Knotweed Disposal Mistake That Just Makes The Problem Worse (& What To Do Instead)
Japanese knotwood is a persistent weed, and proper disposal is key to avoid making the problem worse. Here's one mistake to avoid at all costs.
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How To Identify Zinnia Pests You Never See During The Day
If something is damaging your zinnia flowers, you might never see the perpetrator. Here are the signs to identify the pests and what to do about them.
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Transplant Seedlings Into Your Outdoor Garden With Ease Using The 'Gutter Glide' Method
People are using gutters to start seedlings before transplanting them into a garden. Here's why this trick is beneficial for your plants and how to do it.
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The Beautiful Purple Flower That Deer Will Avoid If You Plant It In Your Yard
Deer will avoid eating these beautiful, colorful perennial flowers in your yard because of their low nutritional value and unpalatable texture.
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What To Know About Invasive Spotted Lantern Flies To Keep Them Out Of Your Yard
The spotted lanternfly is spreading across the United States, damaging crops and plants. Learn how to identify the pests and remove them from your property.
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The Genius Gardening Hack That Lets Pollinators In But Keeps Squirrels Out
Do you want to attract pollinators to your garden but the squirrels keep digging up all your hard work? Try this garden hack that will keep the squirrels away.
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The Veggies That Grow Better With Rosemary Nearby
Rosemary is a great companion plant for this group of vegetables, for which it provides a form of natural pest control. Here's how to grow them together.
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