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Salvia Companion Plants: 15 Beautiful Pairings for a Thriving Garden
Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 6/15/25 Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 6/15/25

Salvia Companion Plants: 15 Beautiful Pairings for a Thriving Garden

Stunning companion plants for salvia that thrive in full sun and dry soil. Includes zones, spacing, water needs, and why each plant pairs perfectly with salvia for a vibrant, low-maintenance garden.

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11 Stunning Dark Cherry Red Flowers to Plant This Year
Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 4/28/25 Flower Gardening 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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Plant This with That: Flower Pairings for a Gorgeous Garden
Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 3/14/25 Flower 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 Foliage Annuals for Shade – 6 Stunning Plants for a Lush, Colorful Garden
Landscaping & Outdoor Ideas Kelly Keating 3/11/25 Landscaping & Outdoor Ideas Kelly Keating 3/11/25

Best Foliage Annuals for Shade – 6 Stunning Plants for a Lush, Colorful Garden

Transform shady spots in your garden with these 6 stunning foliage annuals for shade!




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Best Flowering Annuals for Shade – 7 Stunning Blooms for Dark Gardens
Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 3/10/25 Flower 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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Transform Your Pool Area: Expert Tips on the Best Poolside Plants
Landscaping & Outdoor Ideas Kelly Keating 2/23/25 Landscaping & Outdoor Ideas Kelly Keating 2/23/25

Transform Your Pool Area: Expert Tips on the Best Poolside Plants

Transform your pool area into a lush, private retreat with the best poolside plants. Discover expert tips on choosing low-maintenance, heat-tolerant greenery for privacy, shade, and a resort-like feel.

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How to Grow a Moon Garden: Flowers That Glow and Smell Amazing at Night
Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 2/23/25 Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 2/23/25

How to Grow a Moon Garden: Flowers That Glow and Smell Amazing at Night

Ever wished your garden looked just as magical at night as it does during the day? A moon garden is the answer! Check out these night-blooming flowers, glowing foliage, and easy design tips to create your own dreamy backyard escape.

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Shake Up Your Garden Game: How to Grow a Cocktail Garden
Herb Gardening Kelly Keating 2/16/25 Herb Gardening 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 and Worst Companion Plants for Lavender: What to Grow (and Avoid) in Your Garden
Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 2/12/25 Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 2/12/25

The Best and Worst Companion Plants for Lavender: What to Grow (and Avoid) in Your Garden

Grow a healthy and beautiful garden by choosing the best plants to pair with lavender. Some plants help lavender grow strong and keep pests away, while others can cause problems. Learn which plants are great companions for lavender and which ones to avoid.


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The Best Companion Plants for Lilacs—And What NOT to Plant With Them
Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 2/7/25 Flower 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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Flower Bed Layout Basics: Creating a Beautiful and Functional Garden
Landscaping & Outdoor Ideas Kelly Keating 2/6/25 Landscaping & Outdoor Ideas 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
Landscaping & Outdoor Ideas Kelly Keating 2/5/25 Landscaping & Outdoor Ideas 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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Why Fall is the Perfect Time to Transplant
Gardening Fundamentals Kelly Keating 8/18/24 Gardening Fundamentals Kelly Keating 8/18/24

Why Fall is the Perfect Time to Transplant

Discover why fall is the ideal season for transplanting with our beginner-friendly guide. Learn which plants thrive in autumn, and get expert tips to ensure successful transplanting.

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The Best Plants to Repel Mosquitoes and Enjoy Your Outdoor Space
Landscaping & Outdoor Ideas Kelly Keating 6/5/24 Landscaping & Outdoor Ideas Kelly Keating 6/5/24

The Best Plants to Repel Mosquitoes and Enjoy Your Outdoor Space

The best plants to repel mosquitos and enjoy your outdoor space mosquito-free. Learn how to release essential oils from these plants and explore additional methods to keep these pesky insects at bay. Perfect for homeowners looking for natural mosquito control solutions.

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The Best and Worst Flowers for Attracting Pollinators
Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 4/3/24 Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 4/3/24

The Best and Worst Flowers for Attracting Pollinators

The best and worst flowers for attracting pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds to your garden.

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Gardener's Beware: Plants You'll Regret Inviting into Your Garden
Gardening Fundamentals Kelly Keating 3/14/24 Gardening Fundamentals Kelly Keating 3/14/24

Gardener's Beware: Plants You'll Regret Inviting into Your Garden

Discover the top flowers and perennials to avoid in your garden. Learn about invasive species, rapid reseeders, and plants with unpleasant odors that can turn your dream garden into a nightmare. Get expert tips to prevent gardening regrets.

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Low-Effort, High-Impact: 15 Stunning Plants for the Busy Gardener
Landscaping & Outdoor Ideas Kelly Keating 3/1/24 Landscaping & Outdoor Ideas Kelly Keating 3/1/24

Low-Effort, High-Impact: 15 Stunning Plants for the Busy Gardener

Discover stunning, low-effort plants perfect for the busy gardener. From drought-tolerant succulents to vibrant daylilies, these easy-care options provide high-impact beauty with minimal maintenance. Enhance your garden's appeal without the hassle.

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Garden Planning for Beginners: Site Selection, Sunlight, & Space
Gardening Fundamentals Kelly Keating 2/5/24 Gardening Fundamentals Kelly Keating 2/5/24

Garden Planning for Beginners: Site Selection, Sunlight, & Space

Discover essential gardening tips for beginners with our guide on selecting the perfect site, understanding sunlight needs, and managing space for your garden. Start your gardening journey with confidence today.

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