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ArticleMaking Sustainable Xeriscapes Easier in the Southwest
The concept of xeriscaping is nothing new. People in drier parts of the world have always taken inventive steps to stretch their resources, through water storage, crop selection, structural design,…
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DesignMark’s Ornamental Vegetable Garden in Vermont
Hi GPODers! Gardeners tend their landscapes for a wide variety of reasons, but one reason is the most prolific and historic: To produce food. While this might conjure images of…
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DesignKevin Bacon, Annie, and me: A story of how a garden tour comes to life
The gardening world is like that pop culture phenomenon, “Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon.” You know the one, where you can link any actor to Kevin Bacon in six steps…
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DesignTop Truly Deer-Resistant Evergreens for a Beautiful, Low-Maintenance Landscape
Evergreen trees and shrubs form the structural backbone of any garden design and are invaluable for multi-season interest. They can act as focal points or they can be a backdrop…
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DesignBest Gardening Books with Fresh Perspectives to Inspire and Instruct
Whether you're drawn to native trees, inventive garden designs, or sustainable landscaping, the right book can transform your gardening practice. This collection of must-read titles offers fresh insights for gardeners…
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DesignEpisode 169: Great Foundation Plants
When we say “foundation plants” you might think we’re talking about plants that are the backbones of our beds and borders. But that’s not what we mean in this instance.…
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DesignPlants for a Woodland Garden with Fall and Winter Interest
Come fall, blooms have turned to seedpods and the weather has turned brisk, but the garden can still be beautiful. For many plants, particularly those on a forest’s edge, it…
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Design3 Designer Secrets for Using Color to Make Your Garden Great
Color is a powerful tool. By using it skillfully, you can make any size outdoor space visually impactful. Color can also be used to ensure our landscapes are more comfortable…
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DesignFran’s Two Years of Yard Upgrades
Hi GPODers! Yesterday we saw Kathleen's incredible garden transformation, and we're continuing that theme as we look at the updates Fran Schroeder has made to her new garden in Verona,…
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DesignKathleen’s New Meadow Garden in Washington
Happy Monday GPODers! We're starting the week with some fabulous garden inspiration, particularly for new gardeners or anyone having to start from scratch. Kathleen Shelman is giving us a detailed…
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