The Fast-Growing Perennial Grass Variety That Thrives In The Shade
Are the shady spots in your garden where plants do to die? If so, try this stunning, tall ornamental grass variety that prefers shade over full sun.
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17 Fast-Growing Shade Plants That Will Effortlessly Fill Your Garden With Color
Quickly brighten up the darker corners of your garden or the empty spots beneath trees in your yard by growing colorful and vigorous shade-loving plants.
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The 13 Easiest Plants To Propagate From Cuttings And Grow For Free
Plants aren't cheap—especially the very popular and pretty ones. Take advantage of the plants you already own, and multiply them by propagating their cuttings.
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This Dreamy Rose Thrives For Nearly 20 Years And Is Perfect For Cutting Gardens
Roses are fantastic additions to both gardens and cut flower arrangements. Discover which rose variety is long-lasting both on and off the bush.
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How To Keep Potted Strawberry Plants Alive For Next Season
Strawberries are perennial plants that return each year, but they require more protection from the cold when they grow in pots. Learn what to do for winter.
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22 Flowering Ground Covers That Bloom Multiple Times A Year For Continuous Color
Ground covers serve a functional purpose, but that doesn't mean they can't have an aesthetic one, too. Consider these plants for a burst of color year-round.
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The Easiest Herb To Grow For Beginners Is Perfect For Your Kitchen Counter
Growing herbs on your kitchen counter is a beginner-friendly way to start a garden that also adds to your meals. Start with this easy-to-grow, versatile herb.
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17 Mushrooms You Should Be Growing At Home
Mushrooms are often overlooked as a potential crop for home gardeners, but in the right conditions, these edible fungi are fairly easy to cultivate.
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The Heat-Tolerant Hanging Basket Flower That's Also A Pollinator Favorite
Learn how to grow and care for this low-maintenance flower that attracts pollinators and is a perfect fit for your hanging basket in warm climates.
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The Ideal Companion Plant For Showing Off Gorgeous Hydrangea Blooms In The Garden
Even though hydrangeas are the stars of your flower garden with their gorgeous blooms, there's one perfect companion plant that will happily play a support role
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17 Veggies You Should Start Indoors For A More Successful Fall Garden
Get a head start on your fall garden by starting cold-hardy leafy greens, herbs, and other veggies indoors while the summer heat is still beating down.
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Propagate Gorgeous Begonia In Water For A Garden Full Of Color, Here's How
Want more vibrant begonias in your backyard? These quick-rooting undershrubs are among the easiest plants to propagate in water from freshly pruned cuttings.
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The Pollinator-Attracting Perennial That Makes A Great Ground Cover
This ground cover features lovely yellow flowers that pollinators love — and since it's native to North America, it requires minimal maintenance.
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7 Perennials You Shouldn't Deadhead If You Want Hummingbirds In Your Yard
Deadheading is a common way to tidy plants and promote more blooms, but in some cases, it will reduce the amount of hummingbird-attracting flowers on the plant.
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Add Color To The Garden While Attracting Hummingbirds With A Flowering Ground Cover
Looking for a ground cover that pulls double duty by attracting pollinators? This flowering variety is easy to grow and hummingbirds love it.
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You Don't Need A Big Garden To Grow Lavender - Here's How To Easily Plant It In Pots
Lavender is a gorgeous plant that thrives in pots. With the right care, you can grow it indoors or out for beautiful color and fragrance year after year.
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17 Gorgeous Perennials To Grow For Stunning Orange Flowers
Orange blooms give your garden a dramatic splash of color and attract pollinators. Our lineup of orange-flowered perennials offers you plenty of choice.
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Add A Little Gravel To Your Soil When Growing Coneflowers & Watch Them Thrive
As perennials, coneflowers require healthy soil to thrive in the same spot year after year. Adding gravel can help achieve that — here's how.
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The Low-Maintenance Ground Cover That'll Effortlessly Fill Patchy Areas Of Your Lawn
Tired of browning, patchy grass? Replace it with this wonderful Japanese ground cover that requires minimal fuss and attracts bees with pretty white flowers.
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Keep Plants Hydrated While Blocking Out Weeds With A Living Mulch For Your Garden
Just like a traditional mulch, a living mulch creates a protective barrier over the soil with numerous benefits. Here is how to install one.
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The Late Summer Blooming Flower That Can Lure Hummingbirds Into The Garden
Native plants are known for drawing local pollinators and this flower, which blooms in late summer, is no exception when it comes to luring hummingbirds.
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The Pretty Orange Flower That Can Suppress Weeds & Deter Pests From Your Peach Tree
Pests and weeds can harm the health of your peach tree. Rather than reaching for synthetic chemicals, try this lovely pest-repelling flower.
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The Shade-Loving Ground Cover That Guards Sloped Yards From Soil Erosion
Finding appropriate ground covers for shady, sloped areas is challenging. This plant is perfect for the job — it prevents erosion and stays green year-round.
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The Unexpected Plant Pairing That Boosts Blooms And Bean Harvests
Companion planting, the art of pairing plants that mutually benefit each other, is a great way to boost your bean harvest. Here's the perfect flower to pair.
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These Gorgeous, Bright Flowers Are Perfect For Hummingbirds
Who wouldn't want a garden brimming with hummingbirds? Find out which beautiful red flower you can plant to keep the little birds coming back for more.
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The Bright Pink Perennial Ground Cover That Can Tolerate High Heat
If you want a low-maintenance ground cover, choosing the right plant for your climate is key. This species will thrive in high heat and requires no water.
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Why Your Prayer Plant Is Dying (And How To Save It)
Prayer plants are like Goldilocks, needing just-right conditions in order to happily thrive. Here's how to narrow down the cause of your plant's issues.
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