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How Are Weeds Spreading Into Your Garden? Understand How They Travel Before You Try to Stop Them

You pull out the weeds, tidy the border, and stand back feeling rather pleased with your work.

Then, a couple of weeks later… they’re back.

Sometime...

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Why weeds are a garden design problem — not just a maintenance problem

Weeds. Those troublesome companions in our gardens that arrive uninvited… and then try to take over the whole place.

Of course, the ideal situation i...

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New: Issue 7 of The Garden Blueprint Is Live

Issue 7 of The Garden Blueprint is out.

This issue is all about an idea that goes against a lot of the usual garden advice: start with the problem, n...

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The Beauty of Stonework Lies in the Joints: Why Your Paving’s Grout Matters More Than You Think

During one of the professional stonework training sessions, we spent a day focusing on natural stone paving and various jointing materials. (I attend ...

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How to Use Your ’Too Small’ Garden Corners Well

We’ve all had that moment: standing in part of the yard thinking,


"There’s just no room here."


But what if the space isn’t the problem? What if it...

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Why Some Corners of Your Yard Feel “Too Small” (Even When They’re Not)

I just got back from a rainy site visit—soaked to the skin in that classic “dripping down your collar” kind of way. But you know what? I was smiling t...

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Arborvitae Hedges: How to Design a Better One

Do you need privacy in your yard? Is your first thought to plant a row of arborvitae along the property line? Before you dig that first hole and head ...

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Why Lawn Edging Matters for Your Flowerbeds

Lawn edging is often overlooked, but it plays a pivotal role in your garden’s health and beauty. It's more than just a finishing touch; it's a crucial...

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Why Garden Color Matters: The Emotional Impact of Your Plant Color Palette

Hey there, beautiful soul! Have you ever wondered why some gardens make your heart sing while others, well, just seem to sit there?

It's not just abo...

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Make Your Garden Entrance Red-Carpet Ready!

Today, we're embarking on a magical journey—a crucial part of our series designed to make your garden the talk of the town (for all the right reasons!...

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Tips (and a Workbook) on Launching Your Next Garden Project

The new year always awakens the same enthusiasm. It feels like starting everything anew with a clean slate, ... even though we have the same opportuni...

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The 3 Steps to Choosing Surface Materials for Your Backyard

When choosing surface materials for your backyard, there are two ways to go: you can either use hard surfaces or loose surface materials. This major d...

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