Every once in a while, a plant stops you in your tracks because it does not look like what you expect it to be. That was my experience when I saw Bloomin’ Easy’s new Rudbeckia, Solar...
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Hostas are among the most beloved shade perennials in American gardens, prized for their lush foliage, wide range of colors and textures, and ability to thrive where many other plants struggle....
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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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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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Few wildflowers capture the imagination like Indian Paintbrush (Castilleja spp.). With their fiery red, orange, yellow, or pink “brush-tipped” blooms, these native beauties light...
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As the vibrant hues of autumn begin to fade, gardeners find themselves at a pivotal moment, hot to prepare their beloved perennials for the impending winter chill. With the right strategies, your...
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Windowsills can be an excellent place for growing plants indoors as they often offer a warmer location than other areas of the house, especially during the day when the sun is shining directly on...
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