One of my neighborhood strolls takes me past a small wild area. There are no homes around it and yet...
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Plant a ninebark: A fast-growing shrub with interesting foliage and flowers
If you are looking to fill a space in the garden with an interesting-looking, fast-growing shrub,...
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How to keep your Christmas plants alive beyond the holidays
In November and December, retail shops from garden centers to grocery stores bring in Christmas plants...
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Leaving plants in the garden for the birds in winter
Much has been written over the years about winter interest perennials. However they can play a much...
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How to grow spotted bee balm from seed
I have various plant obsessions, but spotted bee balm is my latest. My local seed library introduced...
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When to cut back peonies: Time your pruning to help next year’s blooms
After the first spring bulbs appear, the flowers I look forward to with the most anticipation in the...
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