Perennials
Get expert advice on growing and caring for perennials with the team at Homes & Gardens.
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How to grow lady's mantle – for a shade-tolerant ground cover plant that will thrive in challenging borders
With lush green foliage and luminous lime flowers, lady's mantle can add color and impact
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Best climbers to grow in pots – 5 easy-to-grow vines that will transform small spaces with vibrant color
Make the most of small terraces, patios and balconies by filling pots with colorful climbers
By Thomas Rutter Published
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How to grow Virginia creeper – it may divide opinion, but this fast-growing, shade-tolerant vine will cover walls and fences in record time
If you are looking for spectacular fall color, Virginia creeper is the climbing plant to grow
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Best plants for a chicken run – 7 fragrant and floral plants for happy hens and beautiful coops
Your chicken run can be every bit as beautiful as your own garden, so long as you do your research first
By Kayleigh Dray Published
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How to grow lupine – expert advice on growing this dramatic and vibrant cottage garden flower
Vibrantly colored flower stalks make swathes of lupines a sight to see in meadows and cut flower gardens alike
By Ellen Wells Published
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How to grow tree peonies in pots – for a show-stopping shrub that will thrive in partially shaded yards
With large, saucer-like blooms, tree peonies are the ultimate flowering shrub
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Can you revive woody rosemary plants? Expert pruning advice from a professional gardener to save old, leggy herbs
With the right pruning approach, old and woody rosemary plants can be brought back to life
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Your hydrangeas will flourish with bigger blooms and healthier growth thanks to this 1 natural material that is easy to use
Discover why you should be using leaf mold to mulch hydrangeas
By Drew Swainston Published
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5 fast-growing tiny flowers – expert recommendations to fill your pots and borders with color in record time
These fast-growing tiny flowers prove that miniature can also be marvelous
By Thomas Rutter Published
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How to grow sassafras – for a low-maintenance native tree that can even be planted in shady yards
For an easy-to-grow North American tree, you will not find much better than sassafras
By Thomas Rutter Published
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How to grow crepe myrtle in pots – and transform even the smallest of yards with dazzling flowers this summer
Growing crepe myrtles in pots will inject splashes of brilliant color into your outside space
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Best types of delphiniums – 14 stunning varieties for vibrant flower spikes in your yard
Plants Here are our top types of delphiniums for brightening summer borders
Partner Content Created With.By Holly Crossley Published
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How to grow impatiens – garden experts reveal the secrets to growing this shade-tolerant, sparkling summer plant
Both 'Busy Lizzie' and 'New Guinea' impatiens can thrive in shady yards
By Ellen Wells Published
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How to grow astilbe – expert advice on cultivating this shade-tolerant flowering perennial
Shade-tolerant and pest-resistant - astilbe are hardy and tough perennials that can thrive in many settings
By Ellen Wells Published
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7 native perennials to plant in April – for glorious flowering displays to attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
Discover some of the best perennials to plant in April to make your garden a hotspot for wildlife
By Drew Swainston Published
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Is the viral salt hack the secret to a weed-free patio? A garden expert warns of irreparable, long-term damage – plus reveals the safest way to get results
You might have seen gardeners on TikTok or Instagram using salt to kill weeds in pavers, but this hack should be avoided at all costs
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Worst-smelling plants to avoid – experts reveal 5 pungent species and suggest perfumed options to grow instead
These are some of the worst-smelling plants that can cause quite a stink
By Thomas Rutter Published
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How to fertilize magnolias – garden experts reveal the secrets to better blooming, and timing is critical
Magnolias are famed for their spring flowers, and feeding at the right time can give trees a boost
By Thomas Rutter Published
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How to revive old rhododendron plants – pruning advice from a professional gardener to save your struggling shrubs
With the right pruning approach, you can rejuvenate old and woody rhododendrons
By Thomas Rutter Published
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How to grow medlar trees – to enjoy a harvest of unusual fruits from this forgotten heritage species
Medlar fruits were once a popular delicacy, yet today, they are a rare find
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Best fragrant shrubs – 5 perfumed plants to transform garden borders and pot displays this summer
Grow one or more of the best fragrant shrubs to add a sensory element to your yard
By Thomas Rutter Published
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How to grow mandevilla in pots – and elevate your outside space with impactful tropical flowers this summer
Learning how to grow mandevilla in pots will add a colorful and vertical accent to any size plot
By Thomas Rutter Published
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When do hummingbirds return from migration? Wildlife experts reveal when to expect them and how you can help
As hummingbirds return to North America, gardeners can play a part in caring for these weary travellers
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Cottage garden ideas – 29 inspirational ways to add quintessential charm and bountiful blooms to your plot
Add a touch of romance to your garden with rambling roses, fragrant herbs and beautiful borders
By Sarah Wilson Last updated
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Best flowering ground cover plants – 5 expert-approved species to fill your borders with vibrant color
These flowering ground cover plants will not only look good but will also prove popular with bees and butterflies
By Thomas Rutter Published
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How to grow red hot poker – for low-maintenance and long-lasting flower spikes that pollinators adore
If you enjoy colorful, vibrant borders, there can be no better perennial to grow than red hot pokers
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Best perennials to attract hummingbirds – 5 fantastic flowers to grow, as recommended by master gardeners
These colorful and fragrant perennials will prove popular with hummingbirds and other pollinators
By Thomas Rutter Published
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How to grow lantana in pots – and transform even tiny gardens with masses of kaleidoscopic flowers this year
For colorful and wildlife-friendly blooms, there can be no better plant than lantana
By Thomas Rutter Published
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How to grow marsh marigolds – the ultimate low-maintenance, moisture-loving plant that spring pollinators adore
Marsh marigolds can thrive in problem areas, including moist woodlands and boggy soils
By Thomas Rutter Published