Perennials
Get expert advice on growing and caring for perennials with the team at Homes & Gardens.
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Native alternatives to invasive wisteria – 5 North American climbing plants with spectacular foliage and flowers to grow instead
These native vines will fill garden walls, fences and pergolas with greenery
By Thomas Rutter Published
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How to grow passion flowers in pots – the ultimate flowering vine that will transform any garden, whatever the size
Learning how to grow passion flowers in pots is a great option for gardeners with compact yards
By Thomas Rutter Published
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How to fertilize star jasmine – experts reveal the secrets for healthy climbing plants with masses of scented blooms
Feeding your vines at the right time can give them a boost during the growing season
By Thomas Rutter Published
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How to grow wild geranium – for a hardy flowering perennial that will thrive in shady gardens
This tough perennial is a good option for adding color to darker borders
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Best native perennials to stop weeds – 5 resilient North American species to keep problem plants under control in your yard
Plant experts reveal the best native perennials to stop weeds from taking over your borders
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Climbing plants that thrive on neglect – 5 low-effort, vibrant vines for time-short gardeners
These low-maintenance climbing plants can grow just fine with minimal attention
By Thomas Rutter Published
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5 plants that are illegal to grow in California – how to control these invasive species in your yard, plus the native alternatives to use instead
These troublesome, invasive species will outcompete native plants and you could face a fine for growing them
By Thomas Rutter Published
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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 Gardening Etc.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