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    Red in the Garden

    Red is an attention-grabbing color in the garden. Bold, loud, and bright. And it plays well with other colors as well – pair it with orange and yellow for a…

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    Hot Flowers Worth Growing

    January is a good time to look back at other times in the garden, and today, with the winter cold and snow all around, I thought I’d take a look…

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    Hot-Colored Plants Are Perfect for Adding Warmth to Your Garden

    If you are looking to add more interest and color to the garden, hot-colored plants are the way to go. In summertime, these plants help bring the sunshine in with…

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    An Annual Worth Your Time: ‘Strawberry Fields’ Globe Amaranth

    I enjoy the brightness and warmth of true red in sunny garden designs, although I prefer it in moderation. ‘Strawberry Fields’ globe amaranth (Gomphrena haageana ‘Strawberry Fields’, Zones 11–12) has…

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    Designing With Red in the Midwest

    Even the most intrepid gardeners might admit a fear of the color red, especially us easy-going and mild-mannered Midwesterners. Red’s energy carries connotations of warmth, passion, and even danger. In…

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    Episode 25: Red Plants

    Red. It’s a color oft debated in gardening. While some describe this hot hue as “bold” and “alluring”, others consider it “off-putting” and “difficult to work with.” In this latest…