Small Spaces - Fine Gardening
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DesignTwo Approaches to Foundation Plantings
Almost every house has a foundation planting, something that should help the large, man-made structure somehow blend with the natural landscape it was dropped into. More often than not, the…
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Design4 Great Plants for Small Spaces in the Pacific Northwest
I’ve been asked many times, “What’s a great plant for a small space?” As land becomes more expensive and first-time home buyers are starting out, there are lots of properties…
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DesignNarrow Conifers for the Mountain West
Sometimes you just want a tree to stay green year-round. You may need privacy from a neighbor, or you may need a specimen with color and texture to accent your…
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DesignShrubs for Small Spaces in the Northeast
Mark Weathington, director of the JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University in Raleigh, North Carolina, discusses several small shrub varieties that provide big interest in a petite package as…
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DesignShrubs for Small Spaces in the South
Mark Weathington, director of the JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University in Raleigh, North Carolina, discusses several small shrub varieties that provide big interest in a petite package as…
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DesignShrubs for Small Spaces in the Midwest
Mark Weathington, director of the JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University in Raleigh, North Carolina, discusses several small shrub varieties that provide big interest in a petite package as…
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CollectionShrubs for Small Spaces in Your Region
Small plants can still make a big impact. In this collection, find small but mighty shrubs that are perfect for your region.
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DesignCompact Shrubs That Provide Color, Interest, and Excitement to the Landscape
Today's landscapes tend to be small. Even where space is available, many gardeners tend to have other interests and obligations that leave them with less time to cultivate a large…
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DesignTownhome Living With Flowers
Today we’re visiting Shelly Zylstra, who has created an incredible garden at her townhome in Tinley Park, Illinois. If you’ve ever thought you’d like to have an amazing garden but…
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DesignPlants for Compact Spaces, Part II: Nine Amazing Dwarf Trees for the Midwest
Trees are a major component of our gardens and fill a variety of roles. Their potential height is a key characteristic that distinguishes them from most shrubs and herbaceous plants.…
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