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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
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How to protect plants from frost – 12 quick solutions to keep plants alive through winter
Tender, tropical, and young plants need to be protected from frost and snow during the coldest months of the year
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How to grow Solomon's seal – for a graceful part-shade perennial with bell-like blooms
Discover how to grow Solomon's seal to enjoy delicate, pendulous spring flowers
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How and when to fertilize winter jasmine – avoid harming your plants by feeding at the wrong time
Fertilizing during the wrong season can reduce winter jasmine blooms
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Invasive bulbs to never plant – 5 flowering bulbs to keep out of your garden and what you should grow instead
While the list of invasive bulbs is small, there are some troublesome species to avoid planting
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Plants never to use in winter pots or window boxes – and the resilient options you should be growing instead
Stick to tough and hardy plants for your winter pot displays
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8 frost hardy perennials ideal for northern gardens – these plants can survive freezing winters and still come back each spring
This selection of frost tolerant perennials are suitable for gardens in colder climates
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8 plants to prune in November for healthy trees, shrubs, and perennials
A guide to what you should trim this month for great blooms and top crops next year
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How to grow bearberry shrubs – for a North American evergreen ground cover
This low-growing native plant can survive cold, frosty weather in northerly regions
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How to grow spindle trees – for a vibrant, colorful fruit display in the fall
Spindle trees are famed for producing masses of impactful orange and pink fruits, and provide an alternative to invasive burning bush
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Plant snake's head fritillaries now to transform your spring garden – for unusual, checkerboard flowers next year
Easily learn how to grow snake's head fritillaries with our expert guide
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How to create a winter sensory garden – for a calming, seasonal escape
Maintain interest in your yard by using aromatic evergreens and tranquil sounds
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It's not too late to plant these delicate winter-flowering bulbs, but you need to get them in the ground now
There is still time to plant snowdrop bulbs, according to a pro gardener
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How to overwinter geraniums – expert advice for looking after these tender perennials in the cold
Learn how to overwinter geraniums to ensure they bloom again next year
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I have planted thousands of tulips and daffodils as a professional gardener – and these are the bulb planting trends that will dominate in 2025
Stay ahead of the curve by incorporating some of these bulb planting trends in your yard
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How to plant imperial fritillaries in November – expert bulb planting advice for brilliant blooms next year
Taking the time to plant your fritillary bulbs correctly in the fall will pay dividends next spring
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Perennials you should never plant together – avoid these pairings for flourishing flower beds
Knowing the conditions your plants prefer will help them to thrive
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Best native irises to plant in fall – 5 species to grow with dramatic and colorful flowers next year
Growing native irises will prove to be a hit with pollinators in the spring and summer months
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7 perennials to not cut back in November to keep a garden nature-friendly and add winter interest
Cutting back some perennials also leaves them at the mercy of winter - see our selection of plants to hold off cutting back till spring
