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DesignNative Plants for Summer Interest in the Pacific Northwest
Common yarrow Achillea millefolium Zones: 3–9 Size: 1 to 3 feet tall and wide Conditions: Full sun; adaptable to a wide range of soil types Native range: Temperate North America,…
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DesignHow to Create an Urban Oasis with Containers: Expert Tips and Ideas
For those of us who garden in small spaces, container gardening strikes an ideal balance between structure and flexibility. Potted plants can be rearranged as often as necessary, which makes…
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How-ToHow to Read and Use the AHS Heat Zone Map for Gardening
Most gardeners are familiar with the USDA plant hardiness zone map, which represents cold hardiness. But cold hardiness only indicates one aspect of a plant’s preferred conditions. Its ability to…
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Design‘White flame’ is a Hardy Salvia with Serious Flower Power
In 2020, as part of the annual trials at the University of Tennessee Gardens in Jackson, we grew ‘White Flame’ salvia, which was sent to us as a sample plant.…
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How-ToWhat’s Wrong with My Hydrangea? Learn to Recognize and Treat Common Diseases
Hydrangeas (Hydrangea spp. and cvs., Zones 3–9) are timeless favorites of gardeners everywhere, but these beloved shrubs are also favored by a wide variety of pathogens. Fortunately, there are many…
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CollectionThe Best Tropical Plants to Add Jungle Vibes to Your Garden
There’s nothing quite like the summery and exotic look that tropical plants give your garden. Characterized by large, colorful, wide leaves and vibrant flowers, these plants can push a design…
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How-ToHow to Overwinter Elephant’s Ears
If you live in a cold region, you might think it would be a waste of money to purchase a beautiful tropical plant only to discard it at the end…
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DesignA Guide to Growing and Caring for Elephant’s Ears
A little excitement may be the very thing that your garden is missing. Whether beautifying northern or southern landscapes, installing tropical glasshouse plantings, or creating blockbuster horticultural exhibitions, I have…
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CourseTrees That Always Please
Trees are a big investment. This isn’t only because they often have a hefty price tag, but also because they take up a lot of garden real estate and aren’t…
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CourseFinding Your Garden Style
How do you begin the process of designing or refining your own gardens, especially when there are so many things that you need to take into consideration? In this class,…
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