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11 Stunning Dark Cherry Red Flowers to Plant This Year
Gardening, Flowers Kelly Keating 4/28/25 Gardening, Flowers Kelly Keating 4/28/25

11 Stunning Dark Cherry Red Flowers to Plant This Year

Bring drama and beauty to your garden with dark cherry red blooms. Learn the best flowers to plant, how to care for them, and easy garden styling ideas.

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The Best Perennials for Summer Fragrance
Gardening, Flowers Kelly Keating 3/24/25 Gardening, Flowers Kelly Keating 3/24/25

The Best Perennials for Summer Fragrance

Discover 9 fragrant summer perennials that add lasting scent and beauty to your garden. Learn their care needs, bloom time, and unique features.

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11 Perennials with Fragrant Spring Flowers You'll Love in Your Garden
Gardening, Flowers Kelly Keating 3/21/25 Gardening, Flowers Kelly Keating 3/21/25

11 Perennials with Fragrant Spring Flowers You'll Love in Your Garden

Fill your garden with the sweet scent of spring! Discover 11 fragrant spring perennials that bloom beautifully year after year, adding color and intoxicating aromas to your outdoor space. 

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The Best Drought-Tolerant Annuals for a Stunning, Low-Water Summer Garden
Gardening, Flowers Kelly Keating 3/15/25 Gardening, Flowers Kelly Keating 3/15/25

The Best Drought-Tolerant Annuals for a Stunning, Low-Water Summer Garden

The best drought-tolerant annuals for a vibrant, low-water summer garden! These heat-loving flowers bloom all season with minimal care.




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15 Drought-Tolerant Perennials That Survive Scorching Summers
Gardening, Outdoor Plants, Flowers Kelly Keating 3/15/25 Gardening, Outdoor Plants, Flowers Kelly Keating 3/15/25

15 Drought-Tolerant Perennials That Survive Scorching Summers

The best drought-tolerant perennials that thrive in hot, dry summers with minimal watering!

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Plant This with That: Flower Pairings for a Gorgeous Garden
Flowers, Gardening Kelly Keating 3/14/25 Flowers, Gardening Kelly Keating 3/14/25

Plant This with That: Flower Pairings for a Gorgeous Garden

Want to create a stunning garden without the guesswork? Discover beautiful flower pairings that not only look amazing together but also thrive in the same conditions. Get inspired with these easy, eye-catching combinations.

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Best Flowering Annuals for Shade – 7 Stunning Blooms for Dark Gardens
Flowers, Gardening Kelly Keating 3/10/25 Flowers, Gardening Kelly Keating 3/10/25

Best Flowering Annuals for Shade – 7 Stunning Blooms for Dark Gardens

Brighten up shady spots in your garden with these 7 best flowering annuals for shade! 



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Shake Up Your Garden Game: How to Grow a Cocktail Garden
Flowers, Herbs Kelly Keating 2/16/25 Flowers, Herbs Kelly Keating 2/16/25

Shake Up Your Garden Game: How to Grow a Cocktail Garden

Create your own cocktail garden and shake up your happy hour with fresh, homegrown ingredients! Learn what to plant, how to care for it, and mix delicious drinks straight from your garden.


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The Best Companion Plants for Lilacs—And What NOT to Plant With Them
Flowers, Gardening Kelly Keating 2/7/25 Flowers, Gardening Kelly Keating 2/7/25

The Best Companion Plants for Lilacs—And What NOT to Plant With Them

The best companion plants for lilacs to create a stunning, low-maintenance garden. Learn what to plant—and what to avoid—for healthy, vibrant lilacs.

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The Easiest Perennials for Beginner Gardeners
Flowers, Gardening Kelly Keating 2/7/25 Flowers, Gardening Kelly Keating 2/7/25

The Easiest Perennials for Beginner Gardeners

The easiest perennials for beginner gardeners—hardy, low-maintenance blooms that return year after year. No green thumb required!

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Flower Bed Layout Basics: Creating a Beautiful and Functional Garden
Flowers Kelly Keating 2/6/25 Flowers Kelly Keating 2/6/25

Flower Bed Layout Basics: Creating a Beautiful and Functional Garden

Learn the basics of flower bed layout with this beginner-friendly guide! Discover how to choose the right location, layer plants, pick colors, and design a thriving, beautiful garden with ease.

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Full Sun Flower Bed Ideas for Beginners
Flowers Kelly Keating 2/5/25 Flowers Kelly Keating 2/5/25

Full Sun Flower Bed Ideas for Beginners

Simple, beginner-friendly flower bed ideas for full sun—from cottage gardens to drought-tolerant designs—and create a thriving, low-maintenance yard!

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The Best Annual Flowers for a Fragrant Garden
Flowers, Gardening Kelly Keating 1/27/25 Flowers, Gardening Kelly Keating 1/27/25

The Best Annual Flowers for a Fragrant Garden

Find the perfect sweet-smelling annual flowers to match your style and space. From light and floral to rich and spicy, these fragrant blooms are easy to grow and bring charm to any garden.

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How to Create Stunning Container Flowers Like a Pro
Flowers Kelly Keating 1/26/25 Flowers Kelly Keating 1/26/25

How to Create Stunning Container Flowers Like a Pro

Create stunning container flowers with ease using the 'Thriller, Filler, Spiller' formula! This beginner-friendly guide covers plant lists, planting tips, and step-by-step instructions for beautiful results.

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Spring Flowers That Practically Grow Themselves
Flowers, Gardening Kelly Keating 1/26/25 Flowers, Gardening Kelly Keating 1/26/25

Spring Flowers That Practically Grow Themselves

Brighten your garden with vibrant and fragrant spring flowers like daffodils, tulips, and crocuses. These easy-to-grow blooms are perfect for beginners, bringing color and life to your outdoor space with minimal effort.

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Named the Best Picks for Full Sun Perennials: A Gardener’s Must-Have List
Flowers, Gardening Kelly Keating 1/26/25 Flowers, Gardening Kelly Keating 1/26/25

Named the Best Picks for Full Sun Perennials: A Gardener’s Must-Have List

Create a vibrant, low-maintenance garden with these full-sun perennials. Perfect for beginners, this guide shares easy care tips and stunning blooms to brighten any sunny space.



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The One Flower You’re Probably Overlooking in Your Garden
Flowers Kelly Keating 1/25/25 Flowers Kelly Keating 1/25/25

The One Flower You’re Probably Overlooking in Your Garden

Uncover the unexpected power of marigolds in your garden—natural pest control, vibrant pollinator attraction, and soil-enhancing benefits make these blooms a gardener's best-kept secret.

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Best Summer Flowers for Decks and Patios: Annuals That Thrive in Containers
Flowers Kelly Keating 4/27/24 Flowers Kelly Keating 4/27/24

Best Summer Flowers for Decks and Patios: Annuals That Thrive in Containers

Brighten your deck or patio with the perfect blend of summer blooms! Dive into our top picks for container-friendly annuals, from lush fuchsias to vibrant petunias, and elevate your outdoor living space into a colorful retreat.

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