Made in the Shade
Whenever I talk to people about their gardens, one of the most frequently asked questions is, “What can I grow in the shade?” Many homeowners
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Five Design Elements of a Woodland Garden
Woodland gardens enchant us. They’re intriguing – they remind us of fairy tales and adventure. With relaxed, natural looks and carefree plants, maintenance is easy,
Designing with Perennials
Everyone interested in saving time and money in the garden should know that perennials are one of the best deals you can find. Perennials are
Autumn Splendor
Grass in your flowerbeds? For gardeners who’ve spent hours pulling invasive weeds, this may seem like strange advice. But let me introduce you to the
Selecting Native Plants
There is a push in the gardening world to use more native plants and for good reasons – they add beauty to flowerbeds, attract
How to Garden Au Naturel
One of the highlights of my career was meeting Piet Oudolf at his home in Holland. I’d long been an admirer of his nature-inspired style,
Ground Cover Solutions
Everyone’s looking for low maintenance ideas for the garden and one of the best solutions that I’ve come across is to use ground covers. They
Four Air Purifying Houseplant Arrangements
Too often foliage is passed over by our attraction to blooms. This is certainly the case in the garden and I see the same myopic
Beyond Blooms
Add brilliant splashes of non-stop color to your garden with an array of sensational foliage plants. Foliage, like flowers, comes in a kaleidoscope of colors
The Long Hot Summer
When those raindrops stop falling, and temperatures soar, it’s time to come to the rescue of your fading flowers and thirsty vegetables. Whether you’re experiencing