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Gardening GuidesGreat Design Plant: Aronia Melanocarpa, a Star for Three Seasons
Plant black chokeberry in moist sites in eastern U.S. gardens for colorful spring flowers, red fall foliage and dark blue berries
Full StoryGardening GuidesAn Ode to Autumn in the Garden
We pause to celebrate the light, the leaves, the blooms and living in the moment
Full StoryContainer GardensChoose Complementary Colors for Dazzling Container Gardens
Red and green, purple and yellow, and blue and orange are opposing pairs that work in perfect harmony
Full StoryGrasses10 Ways to Use Ornamental Grasses in the Landscape
These low-maintenance plants can add beauty, texture and privacy to any size garden
Full StoryGardening GuidesGreat Design Plant: Millettia Reticulata
Large purple flower clusters grace this robust climbing vine
Full StoryGardening GuidesGreat Design Plant: Ericameria Laricifolia
Golden yellow flowers of turpentine bush herald the arrival of fall in the Southwest and transform the dark green foliage
Full StoryGardening GuidesBackyard Birds: Healthy Home Habitats for Northern Flickers
These colorful woodpeckers found across the U.S. and Canada love berries, seeds and ants and often nest in deep burrows in trees
Full StorySaving WaterIs a Rainwater Cistern Right for You?
These extra-large containers reduce runoff and save on the use of potable water for the landscape
Full StoryGardening GuidesGreat Design Plant: Viburnum Rafinesquianum Colors the Fall Woodland
Plant downy arrowwood in eastern and midwestern U.S. gardens for spring color in the shade and bright red fall foliage
Full StoryEdible GardensHerb Garden Essentials: Discover Delicate Chervil
Go beyond the tried-and-true edible herbs and try this nonconformist that's surprisingly easy to grow
Full StoryGardening GuidesGreat Design Plant: Amorpha Nana
Plant this tough, short shrub in fall to enjoy a gorgeous floral display and aroma in spring and summer
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