The Old-Fashioned Flower Beloved By Thomas Jefferson Still Looks Good Today
This flower, a star of cottage gardens, still grows at Thomas Jefferson's Monticello estate. In fact, you can order seeds to grow from those historic plants.
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Plant This Fall-Blooming, Fragrant Flower In Late Summer To Give Bees A Cold-Weather Habitat
This plant is aromatic, but not because of its flowers; the scent is in its leaves and stems. Those hollow stems can provide a home for overwintering bees, too.
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The Old-Fashioned Flower Gardeners Have Forgotten But Butterflies Love
Once popular in European gardens, this colorful wildflower was a hit with butterflies — and there’s a native version that’s ideal for your garden.
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16 Rare Flowers Worth Hunting For
These flowers aren't ones you see every day, but many can be grown in a garden. Others are so rare you can only read about them, or view their beauty from afar.
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The Bright Flower That Attracts Hummingbirds All Summer And Into Fall (It's Not Salvia)
This lovely bloom offers accessible nectar for hummingbirds, which will keep them coming back to your garden. Fun fact: It's the only species in its genus.
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What Is The 1/3 Rule For Hydrangeas To Encourage Growth?
You may have heard of the one-third rule for hydrangeas, but it's important to know the difference between pruning plants considered old wood versus new wood.
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Not Lavender, Not Euphorbia: The Tough Perennial To Grow In Gravel Garden Beds For Endless Blooms
If you've got gravel garden beds you want to fill with beautiful flowers, try growing this hardy and drought-tolerant plant for colorful blooms.
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Plant This Compact Purple Flower In September For A Spring Garden Full Of Hummingbirds
This cultivar will produce purple tubular flowers (which hummingbirds love!) in the springtime if you plant them in the fall, about a month before first frost.
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Not Regular Wood: The Durable Material To Use For Stronger Raised Garden Beds
Using this wood alternative could mean not having to change your raised garden beds for a few decades. The material is rot resistant, and easy to assemble.
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The Bright, Fragrant Flower You Shouldn't Plant To Attract Hummingbirds To Your Yard
While red flowers typically attract hummingbirds, they will bypass this popular bloom because it doesn't produce the nectar these tiny pollinators need.
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Our Pro Gardener's Picks For The Best Spring Bulbs To Plant This Fall
As Peg Aloi explains, timing is everything when planting spring-flowering bulbs in the fall. Learn which bulbs made her list of the best to plant in September.
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The Fragrant, Old-Fashioned Flower Gardeners Should Bring Back For Its Sweet Smell
Rediscover the timeless charm and rich heirloom fragrance of this classic garden bloom. Bring forgotten sweetness back to your flower beds this season.
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The Shrub Gardeners Love For Privacy Quickly Forms A Dense And Versatile Hedge
Though it's a high-risk invasive plant, this strong-smelling flowering plant can act as a natural barrier to provide your yard with extra privacy.
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The Drought-Tolerant, Old-Fashioned Flower Gardeners Have Forgotten
There was a time when this herbaceous perennial was a cottage garden staple. Its long stems and brilliant red blooms make it ideal for a cut flower garden.
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Plastic Isn't The Only Option — How Copper Planters Are An Eco-Friendly Choice
There are many ways to reuse plastic pots so they don't end up in a landfill but they can still become unusable at some point. The same can't be said of copper.
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This Plant Pairing From The '70s Still Deserves A Spot In A Modern Pocket Garden
Stunning color variations and contrasting heights make this timeless pairing a small-space garden masterpiece that brings big visual impact.
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The Drought-Resistant, Flowering Shrub That Gardeners Have All But Forgotten
It might be time for this once-popular shrub to make its comeback, thanks to its low-maintenance lifestyle and high tolerance to drought and pests.
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The Fragrant, Yellow-Blooming Shrub That's Just As Drought Tolerant As Lavender And Sage
Every drought-tolerant garden seems to feature lavender or sage, but this whimsical-looking beauty is much more unique and just as water-wise.
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18 Plants To Deadhead In August For A Fall Garden Full Of Extra Blooms
At the end of summer, it's important to deadhead some annuals and perennials, such as tickseed, salvia, marigolds, and roses, in order to ensure a fall bloom.
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Why You Should Avoid Using Garden Soil For Seed Starting
Garden soil may seem like the obvious choice, but there are multiple reasons to skip it. Luckily, there are better options for giving seeds a healthy start.
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What The Color Black Means In Flower Beds (It's Not Always About Death)
Don't let the dark color fool you—black flowers are a designer's favorite trick for ultra-vivid garden beds. Discover how to style them in your garden.
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No Need For The Thrift Store: The Collage Wall Essential You Can Make Yourself
Looking to add that final, personal touch to your perfect collage wall? Don't shop for the next piece — you can make your own with supplies right at home.
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The Flowering Bulbs You Should Buy At The End Of Summer
These pretty flower bulbs are only sold for a short period of time at the end of the summer, but if you plant them in time, you’ll be rewarded with fall beauty.
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Not Milkweed Or Coneflower: The Sunny Annual Flower Perfect For Hanging Baskets
Milkweed and coneflower may be popular, but they're not ideal for baskets. This South African native offers easy care, trailing foliage, and dainty blooms.
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What The Color Red Means In Flower Beds (& It's Not Just Love)
Outside of the West, red flowers have several different meanings that have nothing to do with romantic love, such as prosperity. Here’s how to incorporate them.
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The Blue Flower To Plant In August For A Beautiful Spring Garden
If you want to see stunning blue blooms in your yard this upcoming spring, then now is the time to plant some seeds and prep for your future garden.
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Beyond Deadheading: Here's How To Get Bigger Peony Blooms Next Season
When your peony blooms have died back, there are a few things you can do to get your plant ready for bountiful and colorful blossoms next spring.
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