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Q: We have several tall perennials that flop over when they go into bloom. When we try to straighten up the iris, peony and ...
This versatile group of perennials thrives in many conditions and bears deep symbolism and a connection with humans.
Growing plants in the shade can be challenging. Learn more about twelve shade-loving perennials that will thrive in full to ...
The planting season is underway, and gardeners are making tough decisions about perennials, annuals and what to put where.
As we eagerly anticipate the succulent joy of our strawberries, we rush for straw or nip along to the garden centre. Here's my tips ...
Tips for your summer garden, including working with the vagaries of the weather and keeping an eye out for snail damage ...
The long dry spring has created a profusion of flowers, to the delight of most gardeners — but not those who are behind on their planting ...
Essential oils are at the heart of most modern perfumes. Here's what they lend to a fragrance and a few of our favorite ...
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Roots and Shoots: Rainy-Day Plants
Sweetspire ( Itea virginiana) — This shrub can also handle part-shade to full sun and will enjoy wetter soil conditions but ...
Kanmara is a Hydrangea macrophylla (big leaf hydrangea). It produces large mophead blooms in pink or white. It is not hardy ...
Perennial flowers are those that you plant once, they flower than survive the winter and return to bloom again the following ...