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DesignGardening Gift Ideas for Northern Plains Gardeners
Whether we consider ourselves to be gardening nerds, enthusiasts, hobbyists, or even beginners, we are always looking for ways to boost our horticultural game. New reference materials, identifiable labeling techniques,…
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DesignHardy Evergreens for the Northern Plains
Evergreens are a vital component of the winter landscape in the Northern Plains, where the other three seasons may last three months on the calendar but seem to fluctuate wildly…
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DesignGardening With Kids
My name is Liz Dutton, and this is my first submission to the GPOD. For the past thirty-five years, I have been gardening and operating a daycare home on two…
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DesignRegional Picks: Short Plants – Northern Plains
See regional picks for short plants, and read the article by Steve Aitken for even more ideas. “As I began amassing countless short varieties, only some of which worked in…
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DesignTaming a High-Impact Design
The back patio is the heart of our two-acre garden in Indianapolis. Convenient to the house, it is a favorite spot for dining and relaxing, and it is a central…
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DesignDahlias in North Dakota
My name is Kim Triebwasser, and I live in Reiles Acres, North Dakota (Zone 4B). I have always loved gardening. In our short growing season, I take great interest in…
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DesignUnderused Perennials for the Northern Plains
1. Purple Poppy Mallow Name: Callirhoe involucrata Zones: 4–8 Size: 6 to 9 inches tall and 2 to 3 feet wide Conditions: Full sun; dry to medium, well-drained…
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Design12 Ways to Create Winter Interest
A winter garden does not have to lack interest. With the right plants, ornaments, and design, your winter garden can still function as a sanctuary from the world that is…
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DesignDiscipline, Grace, and a Little Open Space – Plant IDs
"Chen Choo is a retired nuclear engineer with an artist’s eye and a passion for collecting plants. He and his wife, Linda, have created a garden in southern Ontario filled…
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How-ToBring It In!
Tropical plants are a major part of my home garden. It requires effort to lift them every fall and replant them in spring, but it’s worth it to have a…
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