Best Dog-Friendly Alternatives to Grass for Small Yards?
I live in a small rowhome that has a fenced backyard, which measures around 15x15 feet. There's also a gazebo that takes up another 15x10 feet. Currently, the…
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What to Plant in My North East Facing Window Boxes?
I just moved into a house that has north east facing window boxes, but unfortunately, all the plants have died in between the previous owner's move and ours.…
Compact Flowering Shrubs for PNW Zone 5
I'm looking for suggestions on compact, flowering shrubs that thrive in a cold zone like the Pacific Northwest (zone 5). We've already tried azaleas, but we need something…
Suggestions for Year-Round, Low-Water Plants in Zone 9
I'm looking for some plant suggestions that look great throughout the year but don't require a lot of watering. I live in zone 9 and have had begonias…
Looking for Colorful Perennial Flower Recommendations for My Garden!
Hi everyone, happy St. Patrick's Day! ? I'm diving into gardening and absolutely loving it! I've got a big yard that gets half to full sun, so I'm…
What Are Some Easy Plants for a Gardening Newbie?
Hey everyone! I'm looking for some advice on low-maintenance edible plants or vegetables that I can grow. I have a tendency to kill just about everything I've planted…
Best Plants for Deep Shade Areas?
I've got this part of my yard where absolutely nothing seems to grow—it's totally in the shade. Not even the shade grass can make it! ? I'm on…
What Low-Maintenance Plants Can I Grow Along My Retaining Wall?
I'm looking to spruce up my retaining wall this autumn. It's about 30 meters long and 1 meter wide. Last year, I planted flowers, but the upkeep with…