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When and how to prune passion flowers – for healthy climbing plants with plenty of brilliant blooms next year
Pruning at the right time will ensure your flowering climber thrives
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When and how to prune rambling roses from late summer – for healthy plants and abundant blooms next year
Pruning your rambling roses at the right time will rejuvenate these vigorous flowering plants
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How to grow hummingbird trumpet plants – the ultimate native ground cover to attract pollinators to your yard
This vigorous low-growing plant will produce a profusion of orange-red blooms that hummingbirds adore
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7 plants to propagate in September – it's an ideal month for taking lots of cuttings
Expand your collection of shrubs, perennials, and tender plants for free by taking cuttings this month
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When to prune hellebores – to get elegant flowers in time for Christmas
Timing is everything when trimming these winter and spring flowering plants
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Rachael Ray uses long-lasting perennials, full borders, and blooming buds to create a vibrant garden that will impress into fall
The chef's garden is a masterclass in planting that, experts say, will 'live through the changing seasons' – and it's so easy to recreate
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How to grow climbing hydrangeas – for a shade-tolerant vine with spectacular flowers
Fill your walls and fences with lush green foliage and masses of white blooms
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Best non-bearded iris varieties – 5 elegant blooms for your flower garden
Non-bearded irises are a good choice for a wet and shady yard
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Transform your borders with romantic wild roses – and add natural charm to any garden
Learn how to grow dog roses for a relaxed look that will prove popular with pollinators
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How to grow Japanese blood grass – the vigorous ornamental plant with unmatched crimson-red foliage
This colorful perennial grass will be a striking addition to any plot, but, be warned, this plant can take over
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Best tall perennial flowers – 11 graceful plants for natural screening and privacy
Plant these lofty perennials for height, structure and natural screening
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Forest garden ideas – how to grow edible planting in layers to make the most of your space
Forest gardens grow edibles in layers, and are a clever way to add more fruit, vegetables and herbs into your space, as well as increase biodiversity
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7 flowers to plant in September and tips for where and how to sow them successfully
Sowing flower seeds in September is simple and will mean sturdy plants with earlier blooms next year
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Best aster varieties – 10 beautiful options with colorful and striking blooms
The best aster varieties can be relied on to fill borders and pots with long-lasting color
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When to cut back peonies – for beautiful and bright returning blooms
Keep your peonies healthy and disease-free but cutting them back at just the right time
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Best plants for a natural swimming pool – 8 plants to transform your space
Upgrade your natural swimming pool into a greener, cleaner area with these ultimate pool plants
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Deer resistant ground cover plants – 12 tough plants for any spot in your yard
These deer-resistant ground cover plants will keep your borders looking good despite any unwelcome visitors
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How to grow honeysuckle in pots – the ultimate climbing plant for both color and fragrance
Growing honeysuckle in pots is a good idea if you have a small outside space
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It's not too late to cut these perennials back for a flush of fall flowers – 6 popular plants to trim this month
Gardeners in warmer climates can get late blooms to enjoy by carefully cutting back these perennials now
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Do you need to fertilize fuchsias? An expert gardener reveals the best way to care for these vibrant plants
Knowing how to fertilize fuchsias and the best products to use will keep your plants healthy
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How to grow hummingbird mint – the ultimate native plant to attract birds, bees and butterflies
This aromatic perennial will fill your summer borders with scent and color
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How to grow fuchsias in pots – for vibrant and long-lasting container plants
By following a few simple rules, your pot-grown fuchsias will thrive
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Best fire-resistant plants – 8 groundcovers, perennials and shrubs that can take the heat
If you live in a wildfire zone there are plenty of plant varieties that are less combustible to reduce your risk
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How to propagate Russian sage – expert tips to grow more of these drought-tolerant perennials
Russian sage can be propagated by taking cuttings or by dividing the plants – here's how to try it at home
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What color is replacing gray? This is the shade designers say is becoming the perennial favorite
Gray has been on the out for a while now, and it's this one dated neutral that's taking over
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Pruning jasmine in late summer will ensure your plants bloom better than ever next year
Timing is critical when pruning summer-flowering climbers
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Best hedges for pollinators – 10 shrubs that are beneficial for bees, birds and butterflies
Hedging plants for insects and hummingbirds that will also benefit your backyard
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How to harvest hibiscus seeds – expert tips to save and store seeds to grow more of your favorite plants next year
Learn how to harvest hibiscus seeds with our comprehensive guide, including tips on timing and storage
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7 plants to propagate in August – summer cuttings to take this month
Get lots of new plants for free by taking semi-ripe cuttings in summer
