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The gardener’s wish list: Garden books, tools, lights and art
Don’t know what to get your loved one this holiday season? Visit a nursery for gift inspirations.
Pam Roy
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A gardener’s gratitude list
From the birds to the bees, these are the things I’m most thankful for in my garden.
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Though they’re small, dwarf Japanese maples offer big rewards
Plant one in your yard and enjoy the color and interest these trees bring to the garden space.
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Wild inspiration: Drawing ideas from Mother Nature’s gardens
Your formally designed urban yard could imitate the cohesiveness and diversity found in the wild.
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Here’s how to make a splash — literally — in your garden
A water feature like a rock dish, fountain or blubbling vase creates a relaxing ambience.
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Pollinator gardens: Bees need these three things to survive
Here’s how gardeners can add food, shelter and water to their own yards to support pollinators.
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Rhododenrons have more range than you think
With more than 1,000 varieties, there’s a rhodie with the size, shape and color you’re looking for.
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The farm-to-table concept in an easy-to-grow container garden
Through container gardening, you can grow edible plants in pots instead of the ground.
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These native plants can grow in the shade of a tall evergreen
Reclaim the shaded areas of the yard by planting a woodland garden with ferns, salal and foamflower.
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Take a closer look: Winter gardens share gifts in subtle way
Go on a neighborhood walk this month to enjoy the seasonal beauty offered by a variety of gardens.
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Now is the perfect time to design the garden of your dreams
Find inspiration in gardening magazines, on the internet, in your neighborhood and at nurseries.
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Secret garden: Privacy trees that won’t outgrow a small space
These plants offer some height to block out unwanted sights without taking over your yard.
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Fall foliage: Add these colorful leaves to the autumn garden
Cool mornings bring a message of changing seasons on the way. After our record-breaking dry spell and heat,…
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Orange flower power: Bright colors add boldness to a garden
Orange is a not a color for the faint of heart. It demands attention, as if shouting out,…
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Say goodbye to grass: Replace your lawn with planting beds
Ah, the allure of a lush, green lawn.