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Shade Annuals
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Growing Baby’s Breath
I have a cutting garden that I use to make summer bouquets for my house and for friends. Sometimes it seems like they could use some filler—like the baby’s breath the florist uses. Can I grow baby’s breath?
Mailbox Planting
Tips for planting a garden around a mailbox. Read Article
Sky Blue Martien Viola
We love ‘Sky Blue Martien’ viola (Viola cornuta ‘Endurio Sky Blue Martien’) for its beautiful pale purple-blue flowers and the way it stands up to winter. Read Article
Growing Basil
Can you give me some advice on growing basil? Read Article
Forbs
What is a forb? Read Article
Growing a Winter Cover Crop
In this video, Tricia from Peaceful Valley introduces the benefits of growing a winter cover crop and how to get it started.
Cover Crops
What is a cover crop? Read Article
Winter Annuals
Gardeners in warm-winter climates can rely on these annuals to bloom through most of the winter. If you’re starting from seed, get them in the ground around Labor Day. Read Article
Suggestion of Water
Here’s a great way to suggest a water feature in your yard or garden without actually putting one in. Read Article
Ornamental Herbs
These plants are typically thought of as culinary herbs, but they have ornamental features for mixed gardens as well. Read Article