Latest articles by Melanie Griffiths
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Understanding Canadian Hardiness Zones – and How They Compare to USDA Planting ZonesHardiness zones provide helpful information for gardeners with short growing seasons or extreme winters. This includes much of Canada as well. To learn more about hardiness zones in Canada, click this article.
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Plant Matchmaker: This Romantic Prairie Pairing Bridges Summer and Fall in Shimmering Waves of ColorConeflowers and sea holly are a match made in prairie planting heaven, mixing soft blooms and sculptural seedheads for a lasting display from summer into fall.
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Plant Matchmaker: Combine These Two Classic Fall Perennials for a Stunning Jewel-Toned DisplayThis popular fall plant pairing provides a rich color contrast and keeps borders buzzing late into the season.
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Plant Matchmaker: Combine These Two Gorgeous Perennials for a Dreamy Display That Shines Through FallThis stunning plant pairing contrasts delicate pink flowers with dramatic burgundy foliage for a late-season display that reaches its crescendo in early fall.
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Hardiness Zone Converter: How to Find Your USDA Zone Anywhere in the WorldIf you garden outside the US, you can still use USDA hardiness zones to help choose suitable plants. Here’s how to find your equivalent USDA zone, wherever you live, and what other climate factors you need to consider.
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Plant Matchmaker: Pair These Two Fiery Perennials for a Border That Glows Into FallThis striking perennial pairing works on every level, from the plants' shared growing needs to their glowing late-summer color and contrasting forms.
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USDA Planting Zones Explained: Find Your Growing ZoneLearn how to find your USDA planting zone on the hardiness map and use it to choose the right plants and plan your garden with confidence.
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The Lawn Care Products We Actually Recommend Are Finally on Sale for Prime Day – Shop the Deals We'd BuyAmazon Prime Day is the perfect time to upgrade your lawn care kit – we've rounded up the deals actually worth your attention, from sprinklers to robot mowers.
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Amazon Prime DayDon't miss the best garden buys for 2026 with round-ups and expert reviews of everything from tools and lawn care to raised beds and bird camera feeders.
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How to Make Hydrangeas Bloom Pink, Purple, and Blue on the Same Plant – for a Breathtaking Multicolor DisplayWith a few simple soil tweaks, you can influence hydrangea flower color and create a truly unique summer show that looks hand-painted.
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13 Perennial Vegetables You Only Have to Plant Once – But Can Pick Again and Again for Years of Delicious HarvestsPerennial vegetables are the ultimate low-maintenance gardening win. You only have to plant them once, but will yield years of harvests.
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The May Edition: Your Month in the GardenMay is a vibrant month in the garden. From planting summer favourites to harvesting early crops, explore stories to help your garden thrive in late spring.
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Lidl's New $30 Planter Box With Trellis is a Garden Steal – But Don't Overlook This Important Detail if You Want Climbers to ThriveIt’s a great-value buy, but success depends on how you use it – get the setup right, and it can support healthy, productive climbers.
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ALDI’s New Furniture-Inspired Bird Feeders Are the Cutest Backyard Upgrade This Spring – and at Under $10, They’re Guaranteed to Sell OutWith a whimsical, miniature-world feel, these budget-friendly bird feeders support backyard wildlife while doubling as the cutest garden decor.
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The April Edition: Your Month in the GardenApril is a busy and rewarding month in the garden. From managing new growth to key planting tasks, explore stories to keep your garden on track this spring.
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These 5 Flowering Herbs Make Beautiful, Low-Maintenance Groundcovers – They Smother Weeds and Fill Your Garden With Scent and FlavorSwap bare soil for an aromatic living carpet with these hardworking groundcover herbs that look great, smell amazing, and help keep weeds at bay.
