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The 2026 plants of the year

Here are the winners for 2026. Year of the Ficus. Ficusses are quite common houseplants. The edible fig is also part of the ...
One homeowner was frustrated to the point of tears after their efforts to cultivate a low-maintenance, eco-friendly yard were ...
From dazzling flowers to delicious vegetables, these plants put on a gold medal-worthy performance in the garden.
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“Sole Giatto” is a compact False Sunflower perfect for containers, borders or any sunny spot, exploding with long-lasting, ...
A Shelburne couple with a long history of protecting birds in New York is running events with local architects about ...
Every garden has its own rhythm, and figuring out when to cut back your plants can make all the difference. Some plants need ...
Before you toss out those leftover fireplace scraps, discover why gardeners are saving them and which plants benefit most ...
Another succulent, Burro’s tail (Sedum morganianum), gets its common name from its eye-catching long stems, which are ...
Some of the most striking houseplants are succulents with unusual leaves. Unlike blooms that fade, unique foliage can steal ...
Sustainability is becoming more important in home and garden design. One sustainable garden trend brings green spaces ...
Fight the winter gloomies with bold and showy landscapes! Whether it is dormant trees and grasses, the fallen leaves of ...