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A bolt of blue! 💙💙 In the fall, La Barbe Bleue™ Bluebeard's intense deep-blue flowers give a beautiful contrast to its striking, golden leaves. Click here to learn more: http://bit.ly/2Pam0HL! (Zones: 5 - 9)

Hydrangea 'Bavaria'

Perennially Perfect. Part Three!

What a colorful, drought-tolerant plant combo for warmer zones. What's in it?

A. Big Ears Lamb's Ear
B. Snow in Summer (Cerastium)
C. Margarita BOP Beardtongue (Penstemon heterophyllus-)
D. Breath of Heaven (Coleonema)
E. New Zealand flax (Phormium)

Design and Photo: Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design, San Anselmo, CA (http://www.digyourgarden.com/)

Let no fence go naked!

And don’t stop there. Jackman clematis is so easy to grow you’ll be eyeing lampposts, arbors, and all kinds of trellises that need some flower power. Blooms early spring and then all through summer!

(Craftsman’s tip: This clematis blooms on new wood, so prune as needed in spring.) Zone: 4 – 9

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12 Aromatic Plants that Help Keep Mosquitos Away Just the other night I was outside with my kids and suddenly counted 8 mosquitos on my legs with others swarming around me. Yikes, it's mosquito season. Here are 12 plants that can help keep mosquitos away. I should have had one hanging around my waist.

Dahlias are a radiant and bold addition to the garden. If you are looking for an understated or modest flower, you'll have to find it elsewhere. Learn more about these enthusiastic blooms on this week's blog: https://brent-beckys.myshopify.com/blogs/news/all-about-dahlias

Helleborus ‘Blushing Bridesmaid’ - new to me and stopped me in my tracks!

just keep getting more and more !
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Which of our 37 Supertunias is best for you? We explain the different types right here --> http://emfl.us/y5Xd

5 Trees and Shrubs for Autumnal Colour Trees that show their most beautiful colours in autumn - perfect for small gardens - outdoor spaces on HOUSE by House and Garden.

RELAX WITH GLASS OF WINE AND YOUR FAVORITE EASY CHAIR. WHILE ENJOYING THE FLAMES FROM YOUR GAS FIRE PIT