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6 Perennials That Thrive When Planted Early on a Budget

January 1, 2026 by Brandon Marcus Leave a Comment

Here Are 6 Perennials That Thrive When Planted Early on a Budget

Gardening is an adventure, and nothing is more thrilling than watching tiny plants you planted on a whim grow into stunning perennials that brighten your yard year after year. The best part? You don’t need to spend a fortune to create a garden that looks like it belongs in a magazine. By choosing the right…

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6 Wildflowers to Scatter Before the Snow Comes

October 23, 2025 by Brandon Marcus Leave a Comment

There Are Certain Wildflowers You Should Scatter Before the Snow Comes

There’s something beautifully rebellious about sowing wildflowers just before winter arrives. While most people are hauling in their patio furniture and winterizing their gardens, you’re out there, hands in the cool soil, planning for next spring’s explosion of color. Scattering wildflower seeds before the snow hits isn’t just poetic—it’s strategic. The cold helps prepare the…

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10 Flowers to Deadhead for Extra Fall Blooms

October 6, 2025 by Brandon Marcus Leave a Comment

Some flowers should be used to deadhead for extra fall blooms.

There’s nothing more satisfying than squeezing out every last drop of color from your garden before the chill of fall sets in. But here’s the secret veteran gardeners know: deadheading is your golden ticket to an encore show. By snipping off faded flowers, you’re telling your plants, “Nope, you’re not done yet—keep those blooms coming!”…

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10 Perennials to Divide Before the First Frost

October 1, 2025 by Brandon Marcus Leave a Comment

There are 10 perennials to divide before first frost.

There’s something magical about a crisp autumn breeze—the kind that makes you reach for a sweater and look at your garden with both pride and a touch of panic. Summer blooms are fading, leaves are tumbling, and you realize winter is creeping closer than you’d like. But here’s a secret that seasoned gardeners know: fall…

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