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Hardy Annuals Aren't Hard

While fall marks the end of the gardening season for some, for others it’s the start. In our area, …

A small rock garden featuring various alpine and drought-tolerant plants, set on a bed of gravel and framed by a brick border.

Creating Your Own Themed Gardens

When designing a garden, the possibilities are endless. This can often be a barrier to getting started on your …

fertilizing plant

Fertilizer Basics

Plants require seventeen essential nutrients to grow and thrive. Three of these- carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen- are absorbed from …