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From the Garden: The Finale
The first signs of autumn bring a certain sigh of relief as the garden season comes to a close. Over time, I have learned to accept the season and relax. I can finally let the garden go. …Read More
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From the Garden: Fragrant Plants
Blooms are great for adding visual interest to a landscape and attracting those all-important pollinators. Another part of the allure of a flower garden is its wonderful fragrance! Here are …Read More
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From the Garden: Top Five Gardening Resolutions
Many people make New Year’s resolutions, mostly related to saving money, losing weight or starting a new hobby. But I’m not going to talk about my exercise goals, my plans to read more …Read More
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From the Garden: Must-Have Fresh Herbs for the Holidays
I was sitting in my kitchen earlier today, putting together menus for the upcoming holidays. I try to create meals that combine some of my family’s classic recipes, like Rev. Smith’s …Read More
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From the Garden: How to Overwinter Outdoor Containers
I’ve always loved container gardening. It’s a sign that spring has arrived when I get to use colorful annuals like coleus and petunias to create ‘art’ for my porch, garden …Read More
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From the Garden: Beautiful Bulbs
I know a lot of my fellow gardeners might be feeling like they’re finished for the year. Maybe the summer was especially hot and dry, or rabbits and deer ate more than their fair share of …Read More
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From the Garden: Zinnias Save the Day
If your garden is anything like mine, it’s starting to show a little wear and tear, responding to the extremes of summer. The bloom is off my roses—literally—and most other flowers in …Read More
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From the Garden: Hydrangeas
I am hard-pressed to name a shrub that matches the hydrangea for drama, splendor and elegance. From subtle, starry-shaped lacecap flowers to dramatic, large globes, there is a hydrangea to …Read More
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From the Garden
I find that my garden can put on a glorious show almost without my help. I have a few favorite perennials and some companion shrubs that never disappoint in my zone 8A garden, including …Read More
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From the Garden: Salvia
I often get asked which plants are my favorites. As a garden designer and lifelong plant connoisseur, that can feel like a trick question. But if you want a plant that is hardy, …Read More
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