Georgia - Fine Gardening

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    Design

    Julie’s Spring Garden in Georgia, Part 2

    Happy Friday GPODers! We're back in Albany, Georgia today to see more of the spring color that has emerged from Julie Prince's garden so far this year. If you missed yesterday's…

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    Design

    Julie’s Spring Garden in Georgia, Part 1

    Hi GPODers! Yesterday we enjoyed some of the earliest spring blooms in Massachusetts from Barbara Owen (check that out here if you missed it: Barbara’s Beginning of Spring in Massachusetts),…

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    Article

    Steve’s Springtime in Atlanta

    Happy Monday, GPODers! I hope you all had a fabulous weekend and that spring is coming to life in your gardens even a fraction as vividly as what Steve Schmidt…

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    Design

    Great Native Perennials for Your Region

    In every corner of the United States, native perennials offer an unparalleled blend of beauty, resilience, and ecological harmony. In "Great Native Perennials for Your Region," we’ve partnered with regional…

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    How-To

    How to Grow Tomatoes in Pots or Containers

    Growing tomatoes in containers can yield great results. Container life can also help gardeners overcome some of the challenging conditions of the Southwest, such as low-fertility soils. However, not all…

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    Design

    Steve Says Goodbye to Summer in Atlanta

    Hi GPODers! For those unfamiliar, a few times this year I did "GPOD Vignettes." These were compilation-style posts that featured a handful of short submissions (only a photo or two).…

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    Design

    Julie’s Georgia Garden in Summer and Fall, Part 2

    Hi GPODers! We're back in Julie Prince's gorgeous garden in Albany, Georgia (check out Part 1 if you missed it). Here's a refresher on what Julie said about her garden…

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    Design

    Julie’s Georgia Garden in Summer and Fall, Part 1

    Happy Monday GPODers! We're starting the week with an update from Julie Prince in southwest Georgia. Julie has shared her fabulous garden in summer and fall before (check out those…

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    Design

    The Best Japanese Maples for Southern Gardens

    Japanese maples (Acer palmatum and cvs., Zones 6–9) are prized for their graceful forms, stunning foliage, and vibrant fall colors. However, gardening in the southeastern United States poses unique challenges,…

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    3 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…