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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Controlling Paulownia – Tips On Getting Rid Of Royal Empress Trees
A royal pain in the rump is the Royal Empress tree, also known as Princess tree or Royal Paulownia. While getting rid of this extremely fast-growing tree may seem like a never-ending battle, click here to learn more about royal empress control.
By Shelley Pierce
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English Ivy Tree Damage: Tips On Removing Ivy From Trees
Without periodic pruning, the English ivy vine can become a nuisance when it climbs your trees. Learn about ivy damage to trees and what to do about it.
By Nikki Tilley
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Ivy Gourd Plant Info – Can You Grow A Scarlet Ivy Gourd Vine
By Laura Miller
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How To Stop Chameleon Plants: Learn About Killing Chameleon Plants
With their pretty lavender-tinged, heart-shaped leaves, there is very little that can stop chameleon plants from spreading. A few tips may help.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Ironweed Management: Tips On Controlling Ironweed Plants
You can do some damage to it manually, but usually ironweed will find its way back. Persistence and a few tips on how to kill ironweed should help.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Best Hydrangeas By Zone – Find The Right Hydrangea For Where You Live
Finding the best hydrangea by zone can be difficult. That's why we've made it easy for you. Whether you live somewhere hot or cold, here are our top picks for every growing zone.
By Laura Walters
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Wintercreeper Control – How To Get Rid Of Wintercreeper Plants
By Mary H. Dyer
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Star Of Bethlehem In Grass: How To Manage Star Of Bethlehem Weeds
What one gardener may welcome, another will criticize. Star of Bethlehem plants are a great example. If the plant is rampant in unwanted spaces. you may need to step in.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How Invasive Is Lily Of the Valley: Should I Plant Lily Of The Valley Ground Cover
Is lily of the valley invasive? Lily of the valley is a perennial plant that grows from stem-like underground rhizomes that spread horizontally, often with amazing speed. It also reproduces from seeds. Exactly how invasive is lily of the valley anyway? Find out here.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Managing Japanese Spirea – How To Control Japanese Spirea Plants
A small, pretty shrub, Japanese spirea has become naturalized throughout parts of the U.S. and may be invasive in some areas.
By Amy Grant
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8 White Flowering Shrubs To Add A Touch Of Elegance To Any Landscape
Whether you are looking to plant one bush with white flowers or several, it helps to have a shortlist of candidates. Click here for some ideas.
By Teo Spengler
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Italian Arum Control: Learn How To Deal With Arum Weeds
It's classified as a toxic weed, so you'll need to control Italian Arum before it takes control of your garden.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Controlling Greenbrier: How To Get Rid Of Greenbrier Vine
Controlling greenbriar vine is a challenge. It looks benign but will take over your yard.
By Anne Baley
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Virginia Creeper Control & How To Get Rid Of Virginia Creeper
Many gardeners become frustrated with Virginia creeper, as it chokes out everything in its path. However, this article provides tips for getting rid of Virginia creeper vines to alleviate those frustrations.
By Susan Patterson
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What Is Creeping Bellflower & Tips On Removing Creeping Bellflower In Gardens
Exactly what is the problem with creeping bellflower in gardens? This lovely little plant with the pretty purple blooms is actually a burly thug that can create absolute havoc for unsuspecting gardeners. Learn about removing creeping bellflowers here.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Field Pansy Control – How To Get Rid Of Field Pansy
Despite the plant?s pretty, long-stalked flowers, most people inquiring about the plant want to know how to get rid of field pansy. Controlling field pansies is not easy, since they do not respond to most herbicides. This article will help.
By Teo Spengler
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How To Kill Weeds Not Moss – Removing Weeds From Moss Gardens
Perhaps you're contemplating turning part of your yard into a moss garden. But what about weeds? After all, removing weeds from moss by hand sounds like a lot of hard work. Luckily, controlling weeds in moss is not difficult. Learn how to kill weeds, not moss in this article.
By Laura Miller