As the school year kicks off, classrooms and study spaces come alive with new energy. Why not add a little more life, literally, by incorporating plants into the learning environment? Whether in a...
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Hydrangeas are among the most captivating flowers in the garden, with their lush, globe-like blooms and stunning shades of blue, pink, purple, and white. But what if you could enjoy their beauty...
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Flower pounding—sometimes called “hapazome,” the Japanese term for “leaf-dye”—is a simple way to turn fresh blooms into luminous prints. By transferring natural...
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Pollinators like bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and beetles play a vital role in garden health and food production. Without them, many of the fruits, vegetables, and flowers we love...
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With their striking structure and captivating color palettes, rhizomatous irises like Siberian, Bearded, and Japanese irises are garden showstoppers. But when their flowers fail to bloom, you are...
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Few plants evoke the nostalgia of summer quite like the honeysuckle vine. With its trailing stems, delicate blooms, and heady perfume, honeysuckle brings a timeless charm to any garden space. Its...
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There’s something truly rewarding about harvesting fresh vegetables straight from your garden. But once you’ve plucked those tomatoes or pulled up those carrots, how do you ensure they...
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