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Shrubs

How to Prune Peonies in 7 Steps

Although peonies don’t require much maintenance, regular pruning helps remove dead growth and keeps the plants productive. Join gardener Briana Yablonski to learn a step-by-step guide to pruning peonies.

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Flowers

23 Heirloom Chrysanthemum Varieties for the Fall Garden

Are you sick of seeing the same mums over and over again? Or perhaps you love mums but want even more color, texture, and height? There are hundreds of heirloom mum varieties out there for gardeners who are ready to step up their mum game. Gardening enthusiast Emily Estep has selected 23 heirloom chrysanthemum varieties you may want to pursue for your fall garden.

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Vines

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Morning Glory Vines

Morning glory vines decorate fenceposts, bare planters, and archways throughout the tropical Americas. There are perennial and annual types, while some are native to the U.S.! Learn how to give these vining spreaders the care they need to thrive this summer, with seasoned gardener Jerad Bryant.

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Ornamental Gardens

How to Divide Lavender in 7 Steps

Dividing lavender is a bit tricky, but there are ways to propagate new plants through offshoots and segmenting roots and stems. Layering is a streamlined method of creating new divisions. Or, if your fragrant grower is in peril, you may want to consider dividing stems and roots to foster new growth. Explore the measures of dividing lavender with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.

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Gardening Tips

11 Ways to Make September the Best Month in the Garden

September and incoming signs of fall don’t have to be a downer for gardeners. Whether you’re in a warmer region or in a zone about to see frost, there’s still tons you can do to make September the best month in the garden. Plant biologist Emily Estep names 11 tasks and ideas to consider this month to make the very best of it.

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Gardening Tips

21 Living Privacy Fence Ideas for Your Landscape

If you’re looking for privacy around your home, skip the picket fence and opt for a living privacy fence instead. Planting tall, dense shrubs or small trees creates a natural barrier that benefits the ecosystem while adding a sense of seclusion to your space. Plant biologist Emily Estep shares a list of living privacy fence ideas for your landscape.

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Gardening Tips

A Comprehensive Guide to Gardening in Humid Climates

Gardening in humid climates can be tough, but there are many ways to manage the moisture and keep your plants happy. Choosing the right plants and following disease prevention strategies are key to a thriving garden in high humidity. Follow this comprehensive guide to understand how humidity affects plants and what you should do about it.

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Gardening Tips

13 Plants That Love to Be Divided

Dividing plants benefits the garden in a few ways: it restores vigor, controls size, and creates new additions with little effort. It’s a win-win-win for varieties that need dividing and for the gardener. Fall and spring are prime for the process. If you hope to beef up the display or spread the joy of sharing extra plants, explore the best perennials to divide with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.