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 Allium Plants & How To Manage Flowering Onions
If ornamental alliums are so practical and attractive, how could there be any problems with ornamental alliums in the garden? Not all allium varieties are well-behaved. Some become weeds that are nearly impossible to get rid of. Learn more in this article.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Getting Rid Of Lilac Bushes & Learning How To Get Rid Of Lilac Bushes In The Garden
Lilac bushes offer fragrant, lacy blossoms in the springtime but can become very invasive. Once you have a lilac in your yard, you won't get rid of it easily.
By Teo Spengler
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Getting Rid Of Chinese Privet. How To Kill Chinese Privet Shrubs
Chinese privet weeds have begun springing up in forests and other areas where it has overtaken native plants.
By Becca Badgett
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Traveler’s Joy Vine Removal - Tips For Controlling Traveler’s Joy Clematis
Controlling Traveler’s Joy may become necessary. This Clematis species is invasive in the U.S.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Tips On How To Control Cattails For The Pond
By Jackie Rhoades
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Growing Orchids In Water – The Easy Solution For Healthy Plants
Hydroponic orchid growing may prove the solution for an ailing orchid. The method is actually quite easy and fairly foolproof, requiring a few items and a little patience. Learn how to grow orchids in water with this quick tutorial.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Epiphyllum Plant Care: Tips For Growing Epiphyllum Cactus
Look into growing some of the ten species of epiphyllum, or orchid cactus. Find them in garden centers or online, and grow them in much the same way you’d grow an orchid.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Coconut Palm Indoor Care: Everything You Need To Know
Want to grow a coconut palm? Don’t expect coconuts any time soon, but you can enjoy the dramatic ambience of the warm tropics in your home.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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9 Four-Season Trees That Will Steal The Show All Year Long
Every tree contributes its own unique beauty to the landscape. But if you want to make a stunning display throughout the year, choose four-season trees that will delight in every month.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Are Hostas Edible? How To Harvest & Eat A Perennial Favorite
Are hostas edible? Amazingly, they are not only edible but highly nutritious. But they are poisonous to pets, so be sure to follow directions carefully.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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8 Fragrant Succulents And Cacti That Will Naturally Perfume Your Home
More than just attractive, easy-care houseplants, many succulents and cacti also produce an inviting scent. Discover the best varieties to perfume your interior with beautiful flowers or aromatic leaves.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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7 Orchid Care Mistakes To Avoid If You Want More Beautiful Flowers
After the first flurry of flowers, do your orchids fail to rebloom, and then slowly shrivel up and die? Then discover the common care mistakes you are probably making – and what you should do instead.
By Amy Grant
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5 Marsh Marigold Lookalikes – And Which Cause The Most Harm
Marsh marigolds have several lookalikes, and some of these lovely fast-growing plants can be harmful and invasive. It’s good to know the difference.
By Tonya Barnett
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Growing Mushrooms On Logs: 5 Best Mushroom Varieties To Try
You’ll find growing mushrooms on logs is simple, enjoyable, safe and tasty – as long as you pick the right kinds! We reveal five of the best for an endless feast of fungi
By Janey Goulding
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Snag Trees: What Are They & Why Are They Good For Wildlife?
The term snag tree may not seem appealing, but for insects, birds and other wildlife, a tree snag can provide the perfect haven.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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The 6 Trees That Should Be In Every Yard – According To Experts
We should all look for opportunities to add more trees to our yards, but the choice can be overwhelming. So we asked the experts for the essential varieties that should be at the top of every gardener's shopping list.
By Melanie Griffiths
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8 Best Plants For Under Trees To Transform A Shady Landscape Under The Canopy
These plants for under trees will totally transform your shady landscape! Whether you want lush foliage, beautiful blooms, or easy-care ground cover, there’s a plant for every need.
By Susan Patterson