Combinations - Page 20 of 64 - Fine Gardening
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Unbeatable Plant Combinations for the Southwest
Although I have no problem creating single-plant containers or placing plants individually in garden beds, sometimes I come across a grouping of plants that just works so well together that…
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How-To
Episode 92: Favorite Plant Pairings
Peas and carrots. Peanut butter and jelly. Batman and Robin. If this were Jeopardy, the correct answer would be “What are perfect pairings?” On this episode, we’re talking about two…
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Design
6 Big-Impact, Low-Care Ground Covers
Ground covers may be the most underappreciated plants in the garden. They don’t have the flashiest blooms or the most interesting habits, but they’re invaluable in so many other ways.…
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A Succulent Bed in Florida Comes to Life
Today’s photos are from Joyce Laubach. I am a Florida Master Gardener, gardening at my own home and as an active community volunteer in Punta Gorda, located on the Gulf…
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Ditch Pre-Potted Nursery Containers for Your Own Creations
Our gardens are bursting with growth in early summer: roses are budding, peonies (Paeonia spp. and cvs., Zones 3–9) are blooming, and dahlias (Dahlia spp. and cvs., Zones 7–11) are…
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Unbeatable Hot and Cool Annual Combos for the Southeast
We are fortunate in the southeastern United States to be able to grow a wide variety of trees, shrubs, and herbaceous perennials in our temperate climate. During our long growing…
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Design a Year-round Shade Container
When thinking of creating container gardens, sun-loving plants usually come to mind. However, the Mid-Atlantic gardener can put together a wonderfully textured container focusing on shade plants. Here are a…
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Design
Vintage Wall Pockets Full of Flowers
Today we have some fun photos from Kathy Schreurs in Sheldon, Iowa. I’m going to submit some photos taken last summer. They are not your typical GPOD, although every flower…
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Design
Reliably Reblooming Perennial Plants
There are many things to consider when selecting a herbaceous perennial plant for the garden. Some slots are for sentimental plantings, like a piece of Grandma’s peony from the family…
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A Garden Design for Privacy and All-Year Interest
Seven years ago a couple in Carroll, Iowa, built the backyard of their dreams—or so they thought. It included an outdoor kitchen, a fireplace, a patio, and a hot tub.…