10 Perennials That Respond Best To Hard Pruning (and Why It Matters)

10 Perennials That Respond Best To Hard Pruning (and Why It Matters)

Whenever I’ve discussed pruning in the past, I’ve always accompanied it with words like “gentle” and “careful.”  Some perennials, however, do not respond to gentle, and a hard prune may be necessary to lighten them up and get them ready for blooming next season.  In today’s article, I’ll be telling you why some perennials respond…

9 Super Tips To Bigger Rose Blooms This Summer
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9 Super Tips To Bigger Rose Blooms This Summer

I’ve said this many times, and I’ll say it again, roses are perhaps the most popular flowers on this planet, with sunflowers or tulips probably coming in second and third.  If you’re looking to grow bigger and better roses this summer, you’ve come to the right place for guidance! Today, we’ll be discussing 9 super…

10 Super Tips To Help Your Hydrangeas Bloom Bigger and Brighter
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10 Super Tips To Help Your Hydrangeas Bloom Bigger and Brighter

Hydrangeas are a tough perennial to care for and maintain properly.  I’ve written many articles around the topic of hydrangea blooms, but the truth is that none of my knowledge came from reading; it all came from doing and experimenting with different varieties of hydrangeas over the course of several years.  Today, I’ll be walking…

10 Companion Plants That Naturally Repel Garden Pests
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10 Companion Plants That Naturally Repel Garden Pests

Yes, you read that title absolutely right! There are plants out there that can actually drive pests out of your garden!  Today’s article is dedicated to these special plants, as, without them, my garden would quite literally be in shambles due to the million pest infestations I’ve dealt with in the past.  Without wasting any…

Common Hydrangea Care Mistakes To Avoid This Spring
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Common Hydrangea Care Mistakes To Avoid This Spring

While hydrangeas may be the most outrageously beautiful perennials, they’re also quite delicate and high-maintenance, needing lots of love and attention to grow well. In today’s article, I’ll be taking you through some of the most common care mistakes people make with hydrangeas and what you can do to avoid them. Let’s get right into…

11 Perennials To Prune In Early Spring For Gorgeous Summer Blooms
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11 Perennials To Prune In Early Spring For Gorgeous Summer Blooms

Pruning perennials is difficult not only because of the effort and precision it requires but also because of the planning involved, such as figuring out when the right time to prune would be.   If you’re planning to go about pruning in early spring, here are 11 perennials that could potentially benefit from it, leading…