Hanging containers were especially popular this summer, appearing on porches, patios, balconies, and in gardens of every size. Their appeal is easy to understand. They add flowers and foliage at...
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After learning about the potential benefits of local-ecotype seeds, you may be wondering how to find and grow them. The process can require a little more investigation than buying an ordinary...
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Privacy in your backyard doesn’t have to mean a plain wooden fence or expensive panels. With the right plants, you can create a lush, living screen that blocks views while adding beauty,...
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Many gardeners think July marks the end of planting season, but in reality, it's the perfect time to refresh tired flower beds and create a spectacular late-summer display. While spring often...
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There are few sights in the garden as romantic and eye-catching as a clematis vine climbing gracefully over an arbor, spilling across a fence, or weaving through a decorative trellis in full bloom....
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There’s something magical about those first truly sunny days of the season. The light lingers longer into the evening, the air feels warmer against your skin, and suddenly gardens everywhere...
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Few flowering vines can compete with the beauty and drama of clematis. From huge star-shaped blooms to delicate bell flowers, clematis vines can completely transform a trellis, arbor, fence, or...
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If you’re looking to add instant personality and visual intrigue to your garden, patterned petals are one of the easiest and most exciting ways to do it. These blooms go beyond simple color,...
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