Tag: Plant
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1 Caryopteris imageBROKER/Jürgen Pfeiffer//Getty Images As a late summer to early fall bloomer, Caryopteris are ideal autumn flowers for USDA zones 5-9. Plus, they’re a great choice for a pollinator garden, as they attract bees, butterflies and other insects. SHOP CARYOPTERIS 2 Salvia Pakin Songmor//Getty Images Available in a range of colors, salvias can spruce…
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Knowing which plants to avoid having around your outdoor pool can make a big difference to your enjoyment and pool landscaping ideas. Relaxing poolside against a cool, shady backdrop of lush leaves and fragrant blooms is hugely appealing, but some plants can lead to problems. Alicia Toedter, Education and Content Leader at pool care brand…
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December may seem cold and unsuitable for planting to many gardeners, but for those who want to get their fix of seed sowing, there are options available. You may need to do it inside rather than out, but there are vegetables you can plant in December in a greenhouse, cold frame, under cloches, or on…
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If you have limited space or less time for watering and maintenance, growing a small crop of edibles in containers is a great way to experience vegetable gardening without the space or time commitment. Even better, plant and seed companies are creating more and more options for small space gardening with peppers, tomatoes, berries and…
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The Japanese have had a tradition for creating gardens since ancient times, that capture the natural landscape. The gardens combine the basic elements of plants, water and rocks with simple, clean lines to create a spiritual haven, which in times of war and strife was the only place they found peace. Gardening expert and author…
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DENVER — ‘Tis the season for gardeners to get their hands dirty and into the soil to plant their vegetable gardens for the year. Ellen Becker, with the Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado, met with Denver7’s Danielle Grant at City Floral in Denver to find some hardy vegetables for beginners to plant. Becker and Grant…
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What blooms with what? That’s one of the big questions gardeners struggle with. This list of the best perennial plant combinations will help you create the most eye-catching pairings and fill your garden with color throughout the seasons. Pair Perennials and Roses Credit: Deb Wiley Add structure and beauty to your perennial plant combinations by…
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As the calendar edges closer to 2026, many households and business owners are thinking ahead about how to make next year’s tax season smoother and more predictable. A little preparation now can help reduce stress, avoid surprises, and ensure you’re making the most of the opportunities available to you. Here are five practical tips that…
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If your houseplant collection is growing ever bigger, and you’re running out of ideas of where to put them, then you’re well on your way to creating a plant room. No, you don’t need to make space for 350 plants to make a green apartment oasis like some of the most enthusiastic collectors. But a room, lit…
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Every gardener dreams of turning a greenhouse into their own personal jungle—but not all have the yard space and budget that doing so usually requires. At least until now: IKEA is making that dreamy greenhouse vision much more accessible with its new spring outdoor line. For just $23, you can snag an adorable miniature greenhouse…