If you have a North-facing yard or lots of tall trees, you probably still want to enjoy some beautiful flowering shrubs. So what are the best shrubs to plant in the shade for your landscape?
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Groundcover plants are the unsuspecting superheroes in the garden. They help keep weeds and erosion at bay, they help retain soil moisture, and many are much-loved by pollinators. This list of some of the best Midwest-friendly groundcover to choose from is not exhaustive, but it will certainly get you started!
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There's something dreamy and ethereal about climbing plants with vibrantly colored blooms. Whether they're trailing over an archway, across a pergola, or up a trellis, vines bring all the beauty and romance of flowers right up to eye level and even overhead.
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Want to give your landscape a fresh new look, but don’t want to go overboard on a big budget makeover? No problem! You can pull off a total landscape glow-up without breaking the bank. With a little creativity and some DIY handiwork, you can pull off some incredible outdoor improvements without spending a fortune.
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Don’t let a boring yard last another year. Extend your living space and raise your curb appeal with these landscaping upgrades to try in 2021.
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Invasive species are often beautiful and desirable landscaping plants. But they have devastating effects on our local ecosystems. Here’s how to control some common invasives.
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Brilliant fall jewel-tones add beautiful accent colors to your yard. Choose these plants with vibrant flowers or leaves for more colorful landscaping.
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Thinking about adding some trees, shrubs, or perennials to your yard? Fall is the perfect time; start planning!
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August is time to start planting new or splitting old perennials, and adding some new trees and shrubs to your yard. Here are a few tips.
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Urban fruit trees often produce lots of suckers and water sprouts. Take them off every year for a healthier and stronger tree.
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