Bixley Mill with Cephalaria gigantea and Cotinus (Image: Norfolk School of Gardening) Its informal look makes it perfect for a cottage garden. Grow in rich, moist, well-drained soil, in full sun or ...

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Using a leaf blower, you can remove debris, such as fallen leaves and dead growth, easily from your thick ground cover. Here's how to do it right.

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One of my favorite spring flowers for perennials is the peony. Peonies are a long-lived perennial that you should be able to enjoy for decades. A few years after Sharon and I got married; my parents ...

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Do you recognize this herb garden demon? I've dislodged it everywhere I see it, but it keeps coming back! What to do?

A gardening expert is revealing the secret to growing an endless supply of basil, perfect for home cooking and even sharing with friends.

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Although you might think that July is too late to plant seeds and seedlings, the month offers excellent opportunities for ...