Ornamental Gardens
Ornamental gardens are, first and foremost, gardens that look good. What makes your garden look good is totally up to you, and luckily there are almost countless ornamental plants to grow.
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8 Plants You Should Always Prune In June – Or Risk Ruining Summer Growth
Timing is everything when pruning. Trim these key plants now to boost growth, prevent disease, and keep your garden thriving through summer.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How To Get Rid Of Japanese Beetles On Roses: Control & Prevent This Destructive Pest
Are Japanese beetles ravaging your roses? Take swift action with our expert guide to managing infestations – plus long-term measures to prevent their return.
By Stan V. Griep
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Do Deer Eat Hydrangeas? How To Keep Beloved Shrubs Safe From Greedy Grazers
Do deer like hydrangeas? Everything you need to now about deer and hydrangeas, including the best types to plant if you have deer in your area.
By Amy Grant
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Guide To Harvesting & Planting Peony Seeds: Grow Beautiful Peony Blooms For Free With Seeds From Your Own Garden
Harvesting and planting peony seeds from your garden is a fun way to grow more of these classic perennials for free! Follow this guide to go from seed to bloom.
By Tonya Barnett
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8 Flowering Shrubs That Bloom All Summer – To Vamp Up Borders & Sweeten Your Curb Appeal
Looking for the longest blooming bushes for your borders, pathways and lawn edgings? You'll love these 8 flowering shrubs that bloom all summer long
By Bonnie L. Grant
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9 Must-Sow Flower Seeds For June That Bloom Fast And Keep Your Garden Bursting With Color All Summer Long
Add impact to beds, borders, and containers with these easy, fast-growing flowers that grow beautifully from seed – just in time for a dazzling summer display.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Orange Star Plant Care Guide: How To Grow Striking Citrus-Colored Blooms Indoors Or Out
The orange star plant adds a bright, beautiful burst of color to interiors and garden beds alike. Learn everything you need to know to grow one yourself.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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6 Blue Ornamental Grasses That Will Wow Your Neighbors And Add A Unique Touch To Your Landscape
Choosing a blue ornamental grass can dress up borders and yards with striking color that changes with the seasons.
By Susan Albert
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How To Plant Sunflower Seeds For Stunning, Sunny Blooms That Last All Summer
Learning how to plant sunflower seeds is a fun activity for gardeners of all ages and skill levels! Here's everything you need to know to get growing.
By Tonya Barnett
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How To Grow A Sorbet Peony For Fluffy Pink Double Blooms With Unique Frills
For pink peonies with a unique edge, the Sorbet peony is a super-frilly bloomer with marshmallow and cream colored petals. Here’s how to grow this dynamic cultivar
By Amy Grant
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Grow Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangea Shrubs: Try Vanille Fraise Hydrangeas For Sweet Blooms Every Summer
For a dreamy shrub that brings soft color variations and long lasting visual interest, grow a Vanilla Strawberry hydrangea. Here’s how to care for Vanille Fraise shrubs
By Teo Spengler
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Coral Sunset Peony: Your Complete Guide To This Beautiful Color-Changing Hybrid
The coral sunset peony is a gorgeous addition to any garden. This beauty has double blooms that undergo an amazing color change as they age.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How To Grow Panicle Hydrangeas For Gorgeous, Low-Maintenance Blooms All Summer Long – Plus, Top Cultivars To Try
Panicle hydrangeas are the ultimate low-maintenance shrubs! These beauties bloom all summer and all it takes is a little care. Here's how to help them thrive.
By Tonya Barnett
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How And When To Transplant Hydrangeas So They Survive & Thrive In A New Location
If transplanting hydrangeas is on your to-do list, you're in luck! Our garden experts will walk your through step-by-step how to move hydrangeas to a new home.
By Teo Spengler
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Orchid Potting Mediums: How To Choose The Best Mix For Thriving Houseplants
Give your orchids the foundation they need to produce those stunning blooms by understanding which type of potting mix supports healthy, happy plants.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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7 Climbing Roses That Bloom All Summer – For Lasting Beauty & Fragrance
Discover glorious long-blooming climbing roses that will fill your garden with color, charm, and scent season after season.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Grow The Peony Dream Team: 9 Peony Companion Plants For Style And Color
As gorgeous as peonies are, they look even better when grown alongside the right ornamentals. Here are 9 peony companion plants to enhance your blooming shrubs
By Tonya Barnett