Plants with Thorns - Fine Gardening
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Deter Trespassers with These Plants for Home Security
In my neighborhood, there is a lot of chatter between neighbors about home security. We watch and look for strangers that may be up to mischief, let each other know…
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12 Beautiful Plants That Evolved Nasty Defenses Against Pests
My taste in plants is not exactly traditional. Somewhere along the line, when my gardening priorities shifted toward sustainability, my passion for pretty things morphed into an appreciation for survivalists.…
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Thorny Favorites for the Southern Plains
Some of my very favorite plants for our region are also the gnarliest, thorniest ones. While it might take a little extra planning when deciding where to plant them, they…
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Plants for Property Lines
We have all seen it: the line of arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis and cvs., USDA Hardiness Zones 2–7) marching down the property line, stiff as can be, their heads lopped off…