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Top 10 Plants to Grow in Dry Shade Gardens

All parts of these plants are toxic if ingested. Why we love it: With a selection of hellebore plants for dry shade, you can ...
Hostas are hardy plants, but that doesn't mean they're not susceptible to frost damage. Here are some signs you should look ...
Your patio plants are susceptible to cold temperatures and damage from freeze-thaw cycles. Extra protection from the cold ...
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You may be tempted to hang up your gardening tools, but November is the perfect time to tick off last-minute gardening tasks before winter hits.
Hostas are so easy to grow that we rarely see a temperate shade garden without one. The dizzying selection of foliage means we never tire of them, either. A collection of blue, lime, creamy, and green ...
So, you’ve decided to “get into gardening.” Bravo. You’ve binged enough home makeover shows to believe that a few strategically placed pots will transform your porch into a Southern Living photoshoot.
FALL IS HERE, which means it’s time to wrap up Seattle Grows, a seasonal garden party game (that I made up). This year I’ve been asking local designers to share their favorite plants that deserve a ...
Hosta with purple flower spikes growing in a concrete container - Artem Stepanov/Getty Images Hostas (Hosta spp.), with 22 species and more than 2,000 cultivars, are popular with gardeners who need a ...
In fall, cut back hosta leaves, clear debris, and mulch crowns with pine needles for winter protection. Divide plants at least 30 days before frost, or overwinter divisions indoors if you’re late. For ...