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Cat’s Whiskers Plant (Orthosiphon stamineus): A Stunning Bloomer with a Medicinal Past

During 2015 at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, we are preparing to focus our educational programming around the theme of Myth, Magic, and Medicine of...

Aralia Cordata ‘Sun King’: A Bright and Bold Shade Garden Superstar

A few years ago, I planted an Cordata wreath ‘Sun King’ in our shade garden, and ever since, I’ve been wondering why I didn’t...

How to grow ferns from spores | Jack Wallington

Ferns are very easy to grow from spores and although it takes a number of years, it’s rewarding and you can grow huge numbers...

Small garden design: become familiar with your outdoor space | Jack Wallington

For twenty years I lived in small flats with the tiniest (and often non-existent!) outdoor spaces, from rented rooms with metre wide shared balconies...

Small garden design: consider how you will use your outdoor space | Jack Wallington

What’s most important to you and your small garden: planting? A place to sit? A place to dine? A place to sunbathe or play...

Building a Dead Hedge: Healing the Land and Creating a Living Barrier

Many of you might recall the ongoing saga with our neighbors—the ones who hired (and I use that term loosely) a so-called logger to...

At A Glance: The Winter Pots and Boxes: 2000-2021

2000   To follow is a substantial run of pictures from my winter container arrangement archives-the photo collection and work dates back 21 years. I...

Five examples of when not to prune | Jack Wallington

I’ve been watching all of the posts on social media recently instructing us to prune this and prune that. You’d think if you didn’t...

Envisioning a More Environmentally Friendly Mardi Gras in New Orleans

February 18, 2024 by Robin Plaskoff Horton New Orleanians know how to party and do it most of the year. They don’t even need a...

Maximizing Your Space: Essentials for Crafting a Vibrant Urban Garden in Compact Areas

Jonathan Kemper, Unsplash. Partner PostCultivating an urban garden in the limited square footage of city dwellings is an eco-friendly pursuit that brings fresh flavors to...

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Rex Begonia House Plant Care

Rex begonia houseplants are cherished for their dramatic colorful and textured leaves. Hundreds of hybrids are available, each one captivating on its own. Fortunately,...

Container Challenge: Natives in the Garden – Design Sweepstakes

This year, we’re inviting readers to put their design skills—and native plant knowledge—to the...

How to Plan the Best Garden Ever

When you plan out how you want your garden to look and operate, you’re setting yourself up for long-term success. Here are helpful tips...