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Question: I have a space in my landscape that I would like to use for a perennial flower bed. Could you suggest some flower varieties that grow well here and give me suggestions for creating a bed?

FARGO — What did the young plant say to the old plant during a disagreement? OK, bloomer. In the world of plants, perennial flowers are enjoying the same upswing in popularity as houseplants and ...

We know fall has arrived when every garden center and big box store is taken over by endless swaths of chrysanthemums. With so many colors and types to choose from, it’s tempting to plant mums all ...

I’ve got a great new use for drone technology: peeking into people’s backyards so we can enjoy each other’s hidden plantings. Some of the most creative and jaw-dropping perennial flower beds are ...

Key Points Plant perennials in fall so they can establish roots before spring blooms.Choose native varieties to attract pollinators like bees and butterflies.Creeping phlox, columbine, and bee balm ...

Perennials are the delight of the flower gardener. Showy and colorful like annuals, their longer lives make them a less transient part of the garden. Their ability to live for years allows them to ...

May is a long-awaited season for most gardeners. As the warm spring temperatures begin to rise, memories of the cold winter drift away, replaced instead by thoughts of a colorful flower garden. We ...

You’ve probably heard plants described as annuals and perennials in gardening. Knowing the difference between annual vs. perennial plants will help you understand how each type will behave in your ...

I have a space in my landscape that I would like to use for a perennial flower bed. Could you suggest some flower varieties that grow well here and give me suggestions for creating a bed? I have had ...