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Some flowering perennials need a little boost of nutrients from a low-nitrogen fertilizer in the spring to ensure they bloom abundantly later in the season.

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Got empty garden beds that feel more like barren patches than backyard paradise? It happens ot the best of us. Every gardener ...

"Marigolds are excellent for growing in small spaces, with French marigolds being the best variety as they are more compact. A single French marigold can thrive in a six-inch pot if space is very ...

Create long lasting beauty and pollinator appeal in your landscape with the help of perennials. With a little bit of planning, you can have flowers, foliage and seed heads that add interest to your ...

These beginner‑friendly, space‑saving plants thrive when started in early spring and keep producing into summer.

Perennials are the delight of the flower gardener. Showy and colorful like annuals, their longer lives make them a less ...

Limited garden space can be overcome by using containers, raised beds and vertical gardening techniques. Containers are ideal for small spaces and can be moved to follow the sun, but require frequent ...

'Oh they are all beautiful,' said one gardener.

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. Haley ...

Whether you maintain a home garden, botanical garden, community garden, or any other garden, dividing perennials can be a great way to keep plants healthy and augment the size of your garden.