Even when summer gardens wind down, the hardy begonia (Begonia grandis) is still going strong...
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Ornamentals
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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Peonies not blooming? Here’s what could be wrong
Peonies are much-adored early summer flowers, but occasionally there are issues that can result in...
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When to plant hydrangeas: A step-by-step guide to planting hydrangeas
Dotting the landscape near rural farmhouses and alongside suburban homes, the hydrangea plant is a...
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Shade ground cover plants for your yard
Shady areas can be challenging to grow in, but filling low-light areas with shade ground cover plants...
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