Fine Gardening – Issue 95
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27 Perennials With Long-Lasting Appeal
Piet Oudolf names just a few of his favorites and explains their appeal
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A Finishing Touch
Painted furniture and structures add visual interest to a garden year-round
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The Comprehensive Way to Sharpen Pruners
Ten minutes spent with a diamond file and your blades will cut like new
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Stretching the Seasons
Designer Piet Oudolf recommends using perennials with appealing seed heads and distinctive structural outlines to add interest to the fall and winter garden
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Abundant Indoor Blooms
Success with house plants such as African violets, gloxinias, Cupid's bowers, Cape primroses, and flame violets depends on consistent moisture and light
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Old-Fashioned Annuals
No matter what your design scheme, these colorful, time-tested favorites will add a touch of nostalgia to your garden.
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Maintenance Pruning Keeps Plants Healthy
By relying on a few timely, well-placed cuts, you can keep your deciduous trees and shrubs healthy