Ornamental Gardens
Ornamental gardens are, first and foremost, gardens that look good. What makes your garden look good is totally up to you, and luckily there are almost countless ornamental plants to grow.
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Ornamental Gardens
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Grow A Butterfly Orchid – Keep Your Own Butterfly Orchid Flower
Ever seen a butterfly orchid flower and wondered if you could grow your own? Find out how to cultivate your own dazzling Encyclia tampensis specimen as a houseplant
By Tonya Barnett
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Should You Water Orchids With Ice Cubes? Discover The Pros And Cons Of This Controversial Method
Curious about watering orchids with ice cubes? Learn the benefits and drawbacks of this popular method to keep your plants healthy and thriving.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Want Bright White Blooms? 12 Best White Flowers To Grow In Your Yard
A bold splash of color may add interest – but the right whites infuse brightness, purity and class. Here are 12 of the best white flowers to add to your plot
By Tonya Barnett
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Try These 11 Palm Tree Varieties To Add A Touch Of The Tropics To Your Garden
If you fancy growing a statuesque palm but don’t know which one to choose, don’t panic. These palm tree varieties can help you add some tropical flair to your yard
By Teo Spengler
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10 Destructive Rose Pests To Look Out For – Plus Natural Treatments For An Organic Garden
Beware these common rose pests and learn about natural ways to control them without harming the biodiversity of your garden.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Essential Ground Cover Plants: 10 Options To Try For A Gorgeous, Low-Maintenance Garden
You might be thinking ground cover has a fairly forgettable place in your garden, just filling in the gaps – well, think again! These 10 ground cover plants are practical and pretty
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Bottlebrush Buckeye: How To Grow A Native Bottlebrush Buckeye Shrub
A lovely addition to any landscape, the bottlebrush buckeye bush is native to North America and loved by pollinators.
By Teo Spengler
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Get More From Blooming Perennials: 12 of the Best Perennial Flowers For Years Of Color
There are some flowering perennials you will quickly want to see again and again in your garden. Here are a dozen of the best perennial flowers to grow for years of dazzling blooms
By Tonya Barnett
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Secrets To Watering Foxglove Plants: Give Your Digitalis A Good Drink
You may not think that watering foxglove plants makes much difference to the health of these easy-going cottage garden plants, but think again. Here’s how to hydrate for happy foxgloves
By Tonya Barnett
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Drying Hydrangeas in Water - A Cheap And Easy Way To Preserve Hydrangea Blossoms
Believe it or not, hydrangeas left in a vase of water will dry out naturally with time. Here's how to make sure it works.
By Susan Albert
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How To Treat Orchid Root Rot – And Prevent Future Infections
Orchid root rot is a serious infection that can quickly result in plant death. Learn the signs to look for, how to save your plant, and avoiding a recurrence.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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8 Flowers To Plant In August – For Dazzling Blooms Next Spring And Summer
Start sowing flower seeds in August to fill your garden with robust and beautiful blooms next year.
By Melanie Griffiths
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5 Best Front Yard Trees To Boost Your Curb Appeal
Looking to sell your house or just beautify it for yourself? These five trees will kick your curb appeal up a notch.
By Teo Spengler
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Black Eyed Susan Vine Care - Tips For Growing A Black Eyed Susan Vine
Not to be confused with the similarly named perennial, black eyed Susan vines are beautiful, trailing plants that brighten up any garden.
By Tonya Barnett
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Grow More Roses From Cuttings With This Easy Method For Foolproof Results
Learn the easiest method for propagating roses at home. Follow our step-by-step guide and you can "cut and forget" until new growth appears next spring.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Moon Garden Plant Palettes: 5 Shimmering Designs For Pots And Borders
Design a moon garden that comes to life after dark with these stunning planting combinations – for a night-time oasis that appeals to all the senses.
By Ellen Wells
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Worried About Hibiscus Disease? 5 Common Problems To Watch Out For
Hibiscus disease can lay waste to some of the garden’s most delightful tropical plants. If you’re concerned, act fast – with this guide to the five most common
By Tonya Barnett