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7 Perennials That Multiply Without Extra Care

January 7, 2026 by Brandon Marcus Leave a Comment

These Are 7 Perennials That Multiply Without Extra Care

Gardening can feel like a delicate dance of watering, weeding, fertilizing, and praying for the sun to shine just right. But imagine stepping into your garden and finding plants thriving on their own, spreading joy and color without you lifting a finger. Certain perennials are the masters of self-proliferation, turning your backyard into a vibrant,…

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Filed Under: garden tips Tagged With: bee balm, Black-Eyed Susans, creeping phlox, Daylillies, flower growth, flowers, garden tips, gardening tips, gardens, Hostas, lavender, perennial beds, perennial care, Perennials, sedum

10 Flowers That Come Back Every Year Without Extra Spending

January 5, 2026 by Brandon Marcus Leave a Comment

10 Flowers That Come Back Every Year Without Extra Spending

Gardening thrills don’t have to drain your wallet or demand endless trips to the garden center. Some flowers are natural overachievers, popping back up year after year like loyal friends who never ghost you. These plants turn one smart purchase into seasons of color, fragrance, and pollinator magic. They laugh in the face of harsh…

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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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The Perennials You Should Split and Move Right Now

November 22, 2025 by Brandon Marcus Leave a Comment

There Are Some Perennials That You Should Split and Move Right Now

All gardeners understand the unique kind of urgency that hits at least once a season—the moment you glance at your flower beds and realize half your perennials are staging a crowded riot. Roots tangle, blossoms fight for elbow room, and suddenly the plants you lovingly tucked into the soil a few years ago are now…

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10 Plants Deer Target More Often in Fall

October 28, 2025 by Brandon Marcus Leave a Comment

There Are Certain Plants Deer Target More Often in Fall

If you’ve ever stepped outside on a crisp autumn morning to admire your garden—only to find your prized plants chomped down to sad little stems—you’re not alone. Fall is deer season, and as the temperature drops, their appetites rise. These graceful grazers suddenly become relentless foragers, raiding gardens and landscapes in search of calorie-rich snacks…

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8 Perennials That Should Always Be Cut Back Now

October 26, 2025 by Brandon Marcus Leave a Comment

Perennials That Should Always Be Cut Back Now

There’s something oddly satisfying about slicing away the old to make room for the new—especially in the garden. If your flower beds look like a chaotic mix of dried stems, drooping leaves, and last season’s glory, it’s officially time for a little tough love. Cutting back perennials isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s how you keep…

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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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That Half-Dead Clearance Plant Is $3 — How Do You Know If It Can Be Saved?

There is something dangerously tempting about the clearance rack at a garden center. A perennial that cost $15 in May is suddenly $3, its flowers are gone, half its leaves are brown, and the frugal gardener in you starts calculating how much money you could save if it survives. Sometimes that ugly little clearance plant…

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Before You Buy Compost, Look at What’s Going in Your Trash

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Raking Every Leaf Out of Your Garden? You May Be Throwing Away Free Mulch

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