Mountain West - Fine Gardening
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How-ToEndangered Plants in the Mountain West
Some plants seem to be ubiquitous, thriving between sidewalk cracks and in open fields alike. Dandelions (Taraxacum officinale) come to mind as possibly the best example in our region. At…
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DesignPenstemons That Last: Long-Lived Species for a Reliable Garden Show
Penstemons are among the most beloved and widely known Western wildflowers. With around 280 species of the plants recognized, most mesic and dry landscapes across the West are home to…
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DesignSusan’s Spring Garden at 5,500 Feet
Happy Friday, GPODers! It seems that a lot of you are having a banner spring this year. From flushes of fabulous flowers to big and bright new foliage growth, and…
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DesignGreat 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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DesignThe Birth of Bonnie’s Flower Garden, Part 1
Hi GPODers! Last week we shared a wonderful section of Bonnie Phipps Moninger's garden in Boulder, Colorado (Zone 4/5)—if you missed that post, be sure to check it out here:…
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DesignThe North Side of Bonnie’s Colorful Colorado Garden
Happy Monday GPODers! You can learn a lot about a garden from one submission to Garden Photo of the Day, but I think the full picture really comes into view…
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DesignTrue Blue Flowers Native to the Mountain West
Aside from the wide-open sky, true blue is a rare color in continental landscapes. The few places it does occur typically signal lakes and rivers, crucial sources of water (and…
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DesignTwo Gorgeous Gardens in Boise
Happy Monday GPODers! Who doesn't love a little buy one, get one? Today we're being treated to not one, but two gorgeous gardens created by Mandi White, crew lead of Farwest…
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ArticlePlants Providing Winter Forage for Seed-Eating Birds
Of all the time I spend in my gardens, the moments I find most memorable and meaningful are when the garden is enjoyed by others. Though typically brief, the moments—like…
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DesignGiving Thanks to the GPOD Community
Happy Thanksgiving GPODers (and happy belated Thanksgiving to all of our Canadian readers)! I've been a part of building and preparing Garden Photo of the Day to send to all…
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