12 Small Evergreen Shrubs For Year-Round Color
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12 Small Evergreen Shrubs For Year-Round Color

Are you done with sowing those boring old plants and flowers in your garden? Yeah…me too. Maybe it’s time to start experimenting with something new…something like…shrubs!  In today’s article, we’ll dive deep into the world of evergreen shrubs and go over a whole list of varieties that are perfect for adding year-round color to the garden….

9 Shade-Tolerant Herbs That Grow Well Without Full Sun
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9 Shade-Tolerant Herbs That Grow Well Without Full Sun

Although herbs are typically known for needing lots of consistent sun exposure, there are still some varieties out there that can do well without full sun.  If you live in a region where constant sunlight is scarce, or just isn’t able to reach your plants properly, this article is for you, my friend.  Today, we’re…

7 Plants That Thrive in Acidic Soil Conditions
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7 Plants That Thrive in Acidic Soil Conditions

Everyone’s telling you to fix your soil? Here’s a tip: don’t. While the neighbors are busy adding lime and shaking their heads at your problem, you’re about to grow a pH-enomenal garden. It turns out your acidic soil is the perfect VIP lounge for some of the most stunning plants around. Who’s laughing now? How…

10 Hardy Perennials That Grow Beautifully In Pots
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10 Hardy Perennials That Grow Beautifully In Pots

In a recent discussion on Facebook, one of our readers asked us if we have any favorite hardy perennials for pots in particular. The answer is an obvious yes!  So, I thought, why not write a whole article on this topic and take everyone through my top picks one by one? Not only will it…

12 Fall-Blooming Perennials That Keep Your Garden Colorful
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12 Fall-Blooming Perennials That Keep Your Garden Colorful

Since the fall season is just around the corner, this is probably the perfect time to discuss fall-blooming perennials.  If you’re an old-time reader, you’ll know how much I love vibrant perennials and how I eagerly wait every year just to plant more fall-blooming perennials in my backyard.  In today’s article, we’ll be taking a…

9 Low-Maintenance Potted Plants For Shady Porches
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9 Low-Maintenance Potted Plants For Shady Porches

Out of garden space, or don’t have a garden at all? Don’t worry, a porch is all you need if you have a real passion for gardening!  In today’s article, I’ll take you through a brief but tried-and-tested list of low-maintenance plants that are perfect for shady porches. And, yes, you’ll be growing them in…