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Red hot poker varieties – 15 of the best types for sizzling summer color
With their upright stems and bold colors, it's not hard to see why these red hot poker varieties are a favorite garden perennial
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How to grow rowan trees – for an ancient species with a touch of festive magic
Rowan trees have a rich folkloric history, thought to offer protection and bring good fortune
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Best witch hazel varieties – with unusual spider-like blooms to transform your winter garden
Witch hazel shrubs add color and scent to pots and borders when it is most needed during winter
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How to grow arborvitae – for evergreen hedge plants that add greenery and privacy to any plot
Arborvitae can be cleverly used to create an attractive green boundary
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Best fragrant evergreens – 5 perfumed plants for a year-round sensory garden
Fragrant evergreens can add a sensory element to any plot
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Now is the perfect time to take weigela cuttings – a step-by-step guide to propagation success
Learning how to take weigela cuttings is a free and fun way to grow your shrub collection
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Kelly Reilly's modern cottage garden is trailblazing the 'maximalist borders' trend that will be huge in 2025 – here's how to recreate her joyous planting
The hottest garden trends of the year ahead manifest in the Yellowstone actress's yard – indicating a turn towards perennials and maximalism
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How to grow hedge apple trees – the native species with otherworldly fruits
Resilient and reliable, this native tree is an unusual species to grow at the back of the yard
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Easiest evergreen trees to grow – 5 reliable species for year-round greenery
Whether used as hedge planting or as specimen trees, these species will maintain interest during every season
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Plants that complement daffodils – for pots and borders that will dazzle in winter and spring
We reveal five plants that complement daffodils with lush foliage and vibrant color
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How to create a native landscape in 2025 – experts reveal eco-friendly gardening secrets to transform your plot
Creating a space that is in sync with the wider ecosystem is not as complicated as you might think
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Best evergreen ferns – 5 unusual options to grow for year-round greenery in your yard
Introduce one or more of these striking evergreen ferns for garden interest even during fall and winter
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How to grow evergreen clematis – for year-round greenery and extraordinary spring blooms
Evergreen clematis will prove popular with local wildlife, with birds and bees attracted to the fragrant blooms
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How to grow periwinkle – for a shade-tolerant and sprawling ground cover plant
Shade-loving periwinkle plants are perfect for filling troublesome spots under trees and shrubs
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Should you cut back blazing star in the winter or spring? Expert pruning advice for this popular native plant
Pruning perennials at the right time is essential for plant health
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How to eliminate invasive weeds in your yard – identify and eradicate problem plants from your borders
Learn how to spot and stop invasive weeds with our expert-approved guide
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6 of the easiest perennials to grow – for a flower filled garden without any fuss
What to grow for maximum beauty and minimal maintenance, according to garden designers
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How to grow lovage – for perennial harvests of a surprisingly sweet and celery-like crop
Discover why more gardeners should consider this low-maintenance and vigorous herb
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Plants that complement hellebores – for colorful borders full of winter and spring flowers
One garden expert reveals the best planting companions for much-loved hellebores
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How to grow sanguisorba – to add ethereal beauty and winter interest to your yard
Everything you need to know about growing this low-maintenance yet beautiful hardy perennial
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How to grow Arkansas blue star – for a drought-tolerant and flood-resistant native perennial with sky blue blooms
This southern native perennial will add height, texture and color to borders
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Why is my rose of Sharon turning yellow? Expert advice for common gardening problems
If your rose of Sharon shrubs are discolored, it is important to diagnose and treat them as soon as possible
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Invasive climbers never to grow – 5 vines to avoid and what you should grow instead
Many invasive climbers can quickly cover garden walls and fences, out-competing other vines
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Best edible hedge plants – 5 shrubs perfect for nutritious boundaries
Growing edible hedge plants will add fruits and flavor to the perimeter of your plot
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How to grow coleus – for an unusual plant with dramatic foliage
This tender plant is valued for its impactful, colorful leaf display
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I'm a professional gardener, and a pruning sickle is a game-changing tool for cutting back perennials – and I rate my favorite five stars
The right tool makes a difference, and pruning sickles can be transformative
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How and when to prune climbing hydrangeas – for healthy flowering vines that will bloom better than ever next year
Knowing the right time to prune climbing hydrangeas will keep your plants looking their best
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Invasive trees never to grow – 5 species to avoid and which trees you should plant instead
Many invasive trees can cause harm to your yard by crowding out native species
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Best ground cover plants to prevent soil erosion – expert-approved species to stabilize sloping areas
These 5 ground cover planting options will help to bind the soil and control erosion
