Perennials
Get expert advice on growing and caring for perennials with the team at Homes & Gardens.
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How to prune rowan trees – for healthy, shapely trees that are full of berries
Timing is everything when learning how to prune rowan trees
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Easiest climbers to grow – 5 fool-proof vines to quickly and effectively cover bare walls this year
In no time at all, these climbers will fill your fences, walls and garden structures with foliage and flowers
By Thomas Rutter Published
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How to grow goldenrod – for a native prairie plant with nectar-rich flower spikes
Goldenrods are North American natives that will add height and color to any planting schemes
By Thomas Rutter Published
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How to grow bottlebrush trees in pots – for a bounty of crimson blooms this summer
Our expert-approved guide will ensure that your pot-grown bottlebrush trees thrive
By Thomas Rutter Published
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7 perennials to plant in January – why this month is a great time to add bare-root plants to flower borders
Bare-root perennials are a cost-effective way of growing your plant collection
By Drew Swainston Published
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How to grow coneflower – expert advice on planting and caring for these exquisite perennials
You won't believe how easy it is to grow echinacea and fill the garden with spectacular daisy-like blooms
By Sarah Wilson Published
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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
By Anne Swithinbank Published
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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
By Thomas Rutter Published
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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
By Thomas Rutter Published
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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
By Thomas Rutter Published
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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
By Thomas Rutter Published
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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
By Thomas Rutter Published
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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
By Sophie Edwards Published
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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
By Thomas Rutter Published
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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
By Thomas Rutter Published
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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
By Thomas Rutter Published
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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
By Thomas Rutter Published
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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
By Thomas Rutter Published
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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
By Thomas Rutter Published
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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
By Thomas Rutter Published
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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
By Thomas Rutter Published
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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
By Jacky Parker Published
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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
By Drew Swainston Published
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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
By Thomas Rutter Published
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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
By Ruth Hayes Published
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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
By Thomas Rutter Published
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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
By Thomas Rutter Published
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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
By Thomas Rutter Published
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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
By Thomas Rutter Published