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A guide to seven of the best perennials to plant in January, and you can get all of these as bare-root plants to benefit bees ...

If you're keen to add some stunning floral color to your garden, you can't go past these outstanding phlox varieties ...

The Perennial Plant of the Year for 2026 is a lovely ornamental grass, a cultivar of big bluestem (Andropogon gerardii), called “Blackhawks.” The Perennial Plant Association designates a plant of ...

Just like birthstones, your birth month also has a flower! Read on to find out what it is—and its secret meaning.

Happy New Year, I hope you survived the holidays and are ready to set the course for a new green year! I’m already laying out ...

When you're scooping out the fireplace, save the ashes to fertilize plants in the garden. Here are seven plants that thrive when you add wood ash to your garden.

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You don't need to break the bank just to update and elevate your outdoor space, regardless of its size. Work with the ...

Chicago condo outdoor spaces are evolving with smart technology, sustainable design, and flexible layouts built for ...