Pansies are among the first plants to appear outdoors at the garden center in the spring. And despite...
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Annuals
Annual vs perennial plants: Understanding the differences
For those who are new to gardening, figuring out what’s an annual vs perennial plant is an important...
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Climbing nasturtium: How to grow this colorful annual vine
Climbing nasturtium plants are the perfect annual flower to grow vertically on fences, trellises,...
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New plants for your 2023 garden: Interesting annuals, perennials, fruit, and veggies
My introductions to new plants come from an array of sources—trial garden visits, emails from growers...
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Toothache plant: A bizarre beauty for the garden
Tired of growing the same old petunias and marigolds every summer? Try growing the toothache plant...
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Growing sunflowers in pots: A step-by-step guide
Cheerful and charming, sunflowers are one of the most popular – and easiest! – annual...
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