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A poet is said to be someone who sees the world each day as if for the first time. I can vouch for this poetic feeling whenever I see certain plants, no matter how familiar they might be. At this time ...

It's discouraging to add beautiful flowering plants to your landscape, only to see them devoured by deer, rabbits, or both. Next time you need to replace a deer- or rabbit-ravaged plant, consider one ...

Some flowering plants just won’t quit! Discover gorgeous annuals, perennials, and vines to plant in spring for radiant blooms ...

In some cultures, purple and mauve are symbols of prestige and wealth. But in the garden, purple is available to everyone and there are many colour variations. The reason there are so many purple and ...

Imagine a garden with a succession of perennial flowers that bloom from spring to fall—you’ll have color, scent, and beauty ...

A downside that might make you rethink putting a bird feeder in your yard is the absolute mess they can create. While you might enjoy observing the birds that come seeking out seeds, a bird feeder can ...