When many of the perennial flowers in your garden are wrapping up their performance for the year,...
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Perennials
Hardy Hibiscus: How to plant and grow this tropical-looking perennial
Do you love the look of tropical hibiscus but hate having to toss the plant on the compost pile at...
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Sweet woodruff: An enchanting groundcover choice for shade gardens
It was a garden tour that introduced me to sweet woodruff, an elegant looking groundcover in a lovely,...
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When to cut back irises for healthier, more attractive plants
Bearded irises (Iris germanica) are a star of the late spring garden. Their big floppy blooms...
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Blue hosta varieties for the perennial garden
Hostas are shade garden foliage staples. And while at a glance, they may all look pretty similar,...
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New plants for your 2021 garden: Interesting annuals and perennials
One of the perks of being a garden writer is I sometimes get to trial new plants and seeds a year...
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