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Gardening GuidesGreat Design Plant: Texas Ranger Explodes With Color
If purple is your passion, embrace Leucophyllum frutescens for its profusion of blooms and consider the unfussiness a bonus
Full StoryGardening GuidesGreat Design Plant: Northern Bush Honeysuckle, a Bronze Beauty
It helps control erosion and takes sun or shade. The butterflies love it. But the best part of this shrub may be the vivid foliage
Full StoryGardening GuidesGreat Design Plant: Feed Wildlife With Flowering Currant
Blossoms and berries make this plant irresistible to birds, bees and other critters — and a treat for the eyes too
Full StoryGardening GuidesGreat Design Plant: California Buckwheat Pleases Pollinators
Beneficial insects go wild for this drought-tolerant plant’s summer flowers, while seed heads feed critters foraging in the cold
Full StoryGardening GuidesGreat Design Plant: Desert Ruellia Brings Beauty to Dry Gardens
Abundant purple flowers and bright green foliage would make this shrub a winner even without its unthirsty ways
Full StoryLandscape DesignBoxwood Alternatives Bring the Chelsea Flower Show to You
Don’t let box blight limit your plans to borrow garden design ideas from the renowned British event
Full StoryGardening GuidesGreat Design Plant: Axminster Gold Comfrey for Sun or Shade
Plant this perennial for bold color that will light up shady spots, sparkle in the sun and add interest from spring until fall
Full StoryGardening Guides7 New Plants to Grow for Beautiful Foliage
Add color, structure and interest to your garden with these recently introduced plants that sport exceptional foliage
Full StoryLandscape DesignTouches of Grandness for the Garden
You don’t need a king-size yard to add a little formality to your landscape with fanciful hedges, topiaries and paths
Full StoryGardening GuidesGreat Design Plant: Little Heath Andromeda Brings 4-Season Color
Rosiness in the cool months and fragrant white flowers in spring help make this shrub a winner — and hummingbirds love it too
Full StoryShrubsGreat Design Plant: Baja Fairy Duster, a Scarlet Stunner
Bright red puffball flowers are the main attraction here; consider the minimal care a bonus
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