November 2017 - Page 3 of 5
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ArticleConifers for Gardens in the Southern Plains
See regional picks for conifers, and read the article by Andrew Brand for even more ideas. “Evergreen conifers provide the bones for any landscape. They offer a variety of colors,…
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DesignConifers for Gardens in the South
See regional picks for conifers, and read the article by Andrew Brand for even more ideas. “Evergreen conifers provide the bones for any landscape. They offer a variety of colors,…
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DesignHow to Create a Gravel Garden
When you conjure up an image of a gravel garden, it probably isn’t very fun or colorful. Many people picture a sea of hot, dry gravel, some harsh, craggy rocks,…
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ArticleHow to Add Color to the Winter Garden
It is tempting to think of winter as a time to take a break from the garden while it goes dormant. But this season has a charm of its own,…
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DesignHow to Create Balance in the Garden
I love plants, all kinds of plants, crammed in with a long succession of fabulous foliage and blooming combinations in strong, bold colors. I also love strong design stories with…
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How-ToHow to Get Rid of Voles in the Garden
You may not realize it, but your backyard might be a crime scene. We’re not talking anything worthy of a Law and Order episode, but rather a heinous act committed…
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DesignUncommon Evergreen Perennials
Perennials play such a pivotal part in the garden, bringing flow and floral dialogue to the design narrative. Then winter closes the book on the season, leaving bare ground where…
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DesignA Bright Idea for Spring Containers
After the long gray of winter when most of us are desperate for color in the landscape, bulbs in containers can add a splash of brilliance anywhere it is needed.…
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DesignGoing Gracefully Into Winter
I’ll admit it: Sometimes I’m so worn out by the end of summer, with all the watering and weeding, that I really just give up on my garden. But by…
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DesignConifers for Gardens in the Northwest
See regional picks for conifers, and read the article by Andrew Brand for even more ideas. “Evergreen conifers provide the bones for any landscape. They offer a variety of colors,…
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