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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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From the Garden: Growing Herbs
Herbs are incredibly useful—and they’re also beautiful and fragrant! I have herbs everywhere throughout the farm: in the vegetable garden, potted in containers and mixed in with …Read More
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The Glory of Sunflowers
Each spring, as I stare into a handful of sunflower seeds, it’s exciting to imagine the beauty and joy each one has in store! Sunflowers are simple, bold and oh-so-easy to grow. All …Read More
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Fragrant Plants
Blooms are great for adding visual interest to a landscape and attracting those all-important pollinators. When I’m planning my garden, I like to incorporate fragrant flowers and herbs. …Read More
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From the Garden: Growing Berries
To my delight, growing food at home has become increasingly popular in recent years. More and more backyard gardens are springing to life as the trend grows, and my research shows berry …Read More
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Ready, Set, Prune!
The first thing everyone should know about pruning is that, much like a bad haircut, a botched pruning job will grow out eventually. The chances of getting the job done right are improved …Read More
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From the Garden: Evergreens
As the colors of your garden start to fade, you may find yourself longing for the days when they were abundant, when green grass seemed to be around every corner. Instead of waiting until …Read More
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Caring for Poinsettias
Poinsettias are among the most popular holiday houseplants, and it’s easy to see why. The traditional red and green varieties can’t be beat when it comes to decorating for Christmas. …Read More
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Gearing Up For Winter
It’s hard to believe that the end of daylight saving time is already here. It seems like just yesterday that we were springing forward. Now that it’s dark by the time I get home from …Read More