Ornamental Gardens
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Tricky Perennials To Grow: Perennials To Think Twice About
We love a variety of plants in the garden, but there are some perennials to think twice about. Some are tricky to grow, some are invasive and some are toxic.
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When Do Peonies Bloom And For How Long? Identify When Peonies Are In Season
We are delighted when peonies are in season. Watching their buds explode into large, blousy flowers and fill the garden with color is a special time of year.
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Tasty Flowers For Tea – How To Grow A Floral Tea Garden
It’s a gardener’s delight to grow flowers for tea. Learn which flowers make great teas that taste as good as they look, and draw pollinators as well.
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Ultimate Guide To Deadheading Peonies – Why It Matters And How To Do It
Deadheading peonies may not encourage new blooms, but it will promote neater, bushier growth and a healthier plant next season.
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Neomarica Iris: How To Care For Walking Iris
Plant some walking iris in the garden where you want lush greenery and pretty blooms. Unique in their looks and propagation habits, these are fascinating additions indoors or out
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Petunias: Complete Plant Care And Growing Guide
With loads of trumpet or funnel-shaped blooms, prolific petunias are a favorite bedding plant due to their low-maintenance nature and cheerful colors.
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Gardenia Leaves Turning Yellow? Here’s Why & How To Fix It
Seeing yellowing leaves on a gardenia can be disheartening, but the condition can be easy to fix by paying attention to what keeps this plant happy.
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7 Evergreen Climbing Vines – For Surfaces That Look Good Year-Round
Grow beautiful climbing vines to make a feature of walls, fences, and pergolas. This selection of evergreen climbing plants will add interest to every season.
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How To Grow And Care For Dusty Miller In The Garden
Dusty miller has silvery-gray foliage that’s wooly and soft, and adds a lacy, distinctive touch to any bed, border or garden.
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Best Astilbe Care for Feathery Summer Blooms
Delicate flowers each year makes astilbe care a pleasure. Plant different varieties for a longer bloom season and enjoy their graceful presence in your garden.
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6 Common Peony Diseases: How To Identify, Prevent & Treat Them
Peony diseases can ruin blooms and even be fatal to these typically long-lived plants. That’s why it’s important to learn how to identify, prevent, and treat problems before they cause lasting damage.
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How To Keep Peonies From Falling Over: 5 Fixes For Floppy Flowers
Peonies are cottage garden favorites, but they can be prone to flopping. Support peonies with these practical ideas that can double as attractive features.
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Desert Rose: How To Care For Adenium Plants
If you love roses but don’t relish the upkeep, plant adenium or desert rose. With beautiful flowers and no thorns, it’s an easy-care succulent.
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Rose Leaves Turning Yellow? Here’s Why & How To Fix It
Rose leaves turning yellow is not uncommon, and it's often related to too much or not enough water. Insects and diseases can cause problems, too, but proper rose care is easy to learn.
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Types Of Peonies Every Gardener Should Know
Knowing the different types of peonies helps when you want your garden to include these fabulous plants. Showy and always impressive, peonies are an elegant addition.
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Hibiscus Leaves Turning Yellow: Common Causes & Fixes
If you’re concerned about your hibiscus leaves turning yellow, there are some easy ways to diagnose what’s going wrong, and simple methods to fix it.
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How Long Do Orchids Live? And How To Extend Their Lifespan
When well cared for, orchids can prove a long-term investment. Discover the lifespan of popular species, and how to prolong your enjoyment of your plant.
