Amanda Bennett
Amanda Bennett is vice president of horticulture and collections at the Atlanta Botanical Garden.
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Southeast Regional ReportsPlants That Take Sun and Shade for the Southeast
1. Plumleaf Azalea Name: Rhododendron prunifolium Zones: 5–9 Size: 8 to 12 feet tall and 6 to 8 feet wide Conditions: Full sun to partial shade; moist, well-drained soil…
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Southeast Regional ReportsPlants That the Herbivores Will Avoid in the South
Fionuala Campion says in her article, Dazzling Deer-Resistant Perennials, "Though very graceful and delightful to behold in their native habitat, deer are a voracious force to reckon with in many…
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Southeast Regional ReportsInteresting Broadleaf Evergreens for the South
In an episode of Fine Gardening's podcast, Let's Argue About Plants, the hosts discuss the importance of evergreen plants, and the particular perks of broadleaf evergreens: "The key to any…
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Southeast Regional ReportsYour Favorite Plants Improved for the South
In Paul Westervelt's article on perennial upgrades, he explains the benefit of stepping out of your comfort zone and trying new versions of tried-and-true plants: "After whiffing a few times,…
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Southeast Regional ReportsPerennial Rebloomers for the South
Dan Robarts says in his article on reblooming perennials, "...the criteria I generally adhere to for earning a spot in the beds at my home or botanical garden workplace center…
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Southeast Regional ReportsRegional Picks: Variegated Plants for Shade—South
See regional picks for variegated plants for shade, and read the article by Andy Brand for even more ideas. “While the cool, shady areas have provided me with the opportunity…
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