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How-To
Northeast September Garden To-Do List
September is a game changer. Don’t believe the propaganda; school might be back in session, but summer isn’t over yet. In fact, it’s better than ever. The humidity abates in…
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Design
Autumn Salvia Pruning in Southern California
The wonderful world of salvia, or sage (Salvia spp. and cvs., Zones 5–11), is vast, wildly colorful, and often quite fragrant. There are well over 900 species, of which California…
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Collection
September Regional Gardening Calendars
Summer isn't quite over yet, but in many regions the humidity is lifting and the occasional cool day blows through. This transitional time is important in the garden, but it…
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Design
Amaryllis: 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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Design
Discovering Fun and Unusual Houseplants
A lifelong love of gardening often springs from early experiences with houseplants or a vegetable garden. As a young adult living in apartments and rented spaces, I accumulated a large…
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How-To
Getting the Most From Tall Plants
Plants bred for compact size and short stems are great for containers and tight spaces, but don’t be afraid to let your garden grow up. Even in the smallest gardens,…