The mums in my garden have been deliberately planted because of the colorful, cheery blooms they unveil...
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Sheet mulching: A simple technique to create a new garden
Fall is a great time of year to think ahead to a new plot, and sheet mulching can get you started...
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When to plant hyacinth bulbs
There are a few scents that to me unequivocally evoke spring—besides the earthy fragrance of thawing...
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Arugula flowers: Tips to delay bolting and what to do with the blooms
Arugula seeds are always on my “to-plant” list. I enjoy the spicy, peppery flavor of the serrated...
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Planting succulent ground cover in gardens and as “lawns”
One of my favorite plants in my garden is a variety of Delosperma called ‘Fire Spinner’. This...
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Growing Pennsylvania sedge (Carex pensylvanica) in a garden or as a lawn alternative
As my collection of native plants grows, I’m developing various favorites. One of them is Pennsylvania...
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