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DesignAmaryllis: A Long-Blooming, Time-Tested Seasonal Showstopper
The old adage is true: “The early bird gets the worm.” Or in this case, the early shopper gets first choice of the newest, most unusual, and most beautiful amaryllis…
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How-ToDivide and Conquer: How to Divide and Multiply Perennials
We all have friends who’ve created lush, fancy gardens with “pass-along-plants.” It’s easy, and it’s affordable. Perennial division in a garden gives existing favorites room to spread and fill in,…
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DesignOrder Up: Time to Be Thinking About Spring Bulbs
Thinking of spring-blooming bulbs in August? You probably think the heat has gone to my head. Why, yes, now is the time to stay in your air-conditioned house perusing websites…
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How-ToUnique Options for Edible Flowers
There are so many ways to incorporate what you grow in the garden into your daily life. Herbs and blossoms may be prettiest as cuttings, but they also work as…
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DesignRegional Picks: Fantastic Fall Interest – Mountain West
Everyone enjoys spring gardens, with the fresh foliage and colorful flowers that lift our spirits after a long, dull winter. And summer gardens are glorious, of course, with an abundance…
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How-ToProtect Plants From Heat in Edible and Ornamental Gardens
When you’re hot, you’re hot, especially if you are a tomato or a bell pepper and stuck in the ground. Plants, like people, go into survival mode at high temperatures.…
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DesignJewels for the Late Summer Garden
Between the smoke from wildfires and relentless heat, I’ve almost had to give up being outside. But I came up with a plan that included a list of plants that…
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DesignUse Gorgeous Ground Covers as a Living Mulch
Ground covers make a perfect mulch. These ground huggers hold in moisture, keep weeds at bay, and look good in the process. Many are fine sources of pollen and nectar…
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DesignOutstanding but Lesser-Known Shrubs
Shrubs are the workhorses of the garden. If you play your cards right, you can design a low-maintenance garden from a handful of perfectly suited flowering shrubs. These stellar plants…
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DesignFruit Trees and Berries for the Mountain States
Apricots, apples, cherries, peaches, and pears add edible interest when planted right into your flower borders. For the typical suburban garden, I highly recommend semi-dwarf or dwarf trees. In my…
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