Pruning Tips To Keep Flowering Blue Plumbago Looking Its Best
Blue plumbago makes a beautiful ground cover, but if you skip regular pruning, this plant can easily take over your landscape. Here's how and when to prune.
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The Downside To Growing Brass Buttons As A Low-Maintenance Ground Cover
Brass buttons is a ground cover that grows in warm climates and offers good weed suppression; however, there are a few things you need to know before planting.
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The Sweet Fruit Tree That Is A Better Alternative To Hackberry Tree
Finding a better tree alternative doesn’t require drastic changes to your landscape. Instead, consider planting a sweet fruit tree that offers unique benefits.
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Make Your Small Row Garden A Bountiful Paradise With These 10 Plants
Row gardens can be large, sprawling patches or they can be more compact. To make the most of your small row garden, here are some veggies you should grow.
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The Herbs That Might Be Slowly Hurting Your Lemon Tree And Its Harvest
Companion plants are often beneficial, but some herbs may cause more harm than good. Avoid planting these around your lemon tree to ensure it thrives.
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The Low-Maintenance, Fast-Growing Tree You Can Enjoy For Its Beautiful Blooms
If you're looking for a compact tree that features stunning blooms and foliage, this tree is the perfect low-maintenance option for your landscape.
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The Color-Changing Shrub That's Perfect For Morning Sun And Afternoon Shade
For those living in tropical climates, we have a stunning plant for you to add to your landscape -- the blooms on this bush change color each day.
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The Flowering Solution To Keep Garden Pests Away From Zinnias
Whether you like a neat and tidy garden, or a more natural wildflower space, zinnias are the perfect addition. This companion will help keep them healthy.
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Here's How Long It Will Take Store-Bought Fruit Trees To Produce
There are many factors that contribute to how long it takes for fruit trees to start producing. Here's what to expect depending on the type of tree you have.
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The Stunning Easy-To-Grow Petunia Variety You'll Want To Plant For Continuous Color
There are so many varieties of petunias available, you could fill your garden with this one kind of flower. Here's another stunner to add to your flowerbeds.
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The Perfect Perennial For Neat Garden Edges And A Burst Of Summer Color
To create a neat garden border, look for upright plants that provide structure and interest to the space. Here's a low-maintenance option you'll love.
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The Colorful Veggie You Should Consider Growing With Tomatoes In The Garden
Grow this colorful veggie alongside your thriving tomato plants and give each species a boost that will up your chances of gardening success.
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The Blue Beauty That Won't Sweat The Heat Or Drought & Will Deter Deer
If you're looking for a pretty, low-maintenance, medium-sized shrub that's drought-resistant and attracts beneficial insects, we have just the plant for you.
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The Easy Trick To Spot Plants In The Mint Family
If you're a fan of keeping mint in your home and garden, you'll want to know how to identify it. Luckily, there's an easy trick to spot plants in this family.
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The Flowering Ground Cover That Grows Well With Beautiful Dahlias In The Garden
Dahlias add color to the garden but take time to bloom. Plant this flowering groundcover, and you'll have no shortage of color while the dahlias mature.
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Cover Plain Garden Walls With A Beautiful Trailing Ground Cover
Do you have a wall in the garden that looks a bit plain on its own? Grow this trailing ground cover on top and let its leaves and blooms cascade down the wall.
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Common Mistakes To Avoid When Caring For A Rubber Plant
When it comes to caring for your indoor rubber plant, avoiding common mistakes is crucial for its health and vitality. But what should you watch out for?
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The Fragrant Orange-Flowering Tree That Attracts Pretty Hummingbirds & Butterflies
Those living in the most tropical areas of the United States can grow this compact tree that features stunning aromatic blooms that attract hummingbirds.
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Yes, You Can Plant Dahlia Tubers Too Deep. Here's How To Do It Correctly
If you're wondering how deep to plant dahlia tubers, you're not alone. These stunning flowers can be temperamental if planted too deep, so here's what to avoid.
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Avoid Planting Hydrangeas In One Common Area In Your Yard To Ensure They Flourish
Hydrangeas are downright gorgeous for any garden. However, there is a specific area in your yard where you should avoid planting them to ensure they flourish.
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Bring A Touch Of Texture To Your Front Door Container Garden With One Stunning Addition
Creating a beautiful arrangement in a planter by your door makes your home more inviting. Here's a pretty plant that will add texture to your collection.
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The Fire Resistant Tree All California Home Owners Should Plant In Their Yard
In certain areas of the country, especially California, homeowners can benefit from planting fire-resistant trees and plants, such as this one tree.
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The Rose-Like Flower You Don't Want To Grow From Seed
Some plants are easy to cultivate and take barely any effort to produce a bloom. However, these rose-like flowers are not ones you want to plant from seed.
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Benefits Of Using Lavender As An Alternative Hedge Option
Using lavender as an alternative hedge doesn't require costly landscaping. Instead, embrace its beauty and fragrance while enjoying its low maintenance needs.
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The Citrus-Smelling Shrub That's Heat-Tolerant And Pollinators Love
For those in tropical climates, there's no shortage of beautiful plants that grow in warm conditions. Here's another that features a citrusy scent.
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The Orange Tree Variety That's Great For Growing In Containers And Small Spaces
Yes, there is an orange tree variety that yields delicious fruit and can be grown in areas with limited space, including pots and other containers.
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Boost Your Front Yard Landscaping With A Low-Maintenance Flowering Bush
Some bushes provide more than just beauty. This tough, drought-tolerant shrub offers gorgeous foliage, stunning flowers, and you can harvest the seeds and pods.
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