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Hugelkultur: A New (Old) Approach to Raised Bed Gardening Large hugelkultur bed with base layer of logs and sticks.  Photo courtesy Jon Roberts from Austin TX, USA, CC BY-SA 2 … read more

Fragrant Trees and Shrubs Scents can provoke powerful memories, bringing us back to our childhood home with a hedge of lilacs in bloom, or a special vacation spot where exotic jasmine p … read more

Fragrant Annuals and Perennials  Few experiences rival the joy of strolling through a garden bursting with sweet scents that tantalize the senses. Fragrant plants add an extra dime … read more

The City Beautiful Movement was a reform philosophy that emerged in the United States during the late 19th century and early 20th century. This movement sought to improve th … read more

Wander through the houseplant department of any retailer and you might notice it's a lot more colorful than years ago. Breeders have responded to the demand for exciting, multi-hued fo … read more