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PlantingWinter-hardy flower pots on the terrace
Hardy pots keep your terrace colourful year round without seasonal work. Learn which plants and drainage survive frost best.
PlantingPlants that survive both drought and shade
Dry shade under mature trees seems impossible to plant. Yet Epimedium, Geranium, ferns and groundcovers thrive there perfectly without fuss.
PlantingDividing perennial plants in autumn: rejuvenate your borders
Autumn is the best time to divide perennials. Learn which plants you can divide, the exact technique, and why dividing beats buying new plants every time.
Seasonal TipsWhat to plant in March: the real start of the season
March is when your garden really wakes up. Learn which perennials, vegetables and potatoes to plant now, and what should wait a bit longer.
Seasonal TipsWhat to plant in October for next year
October is the month for flower bulbs, perennials and bare-root hedging: what to plant now, exactly when, and how much space each one needs.
Garden ConstructionHow to create a prairie garden: wildflower design guide
Design a serene prairie garden with ornamental grasses and native perennials. Learn planting density, cultivar choices, and year-round maintenance.
InspirationCottage garden perennials: building a 3-layer structure
Build a skillful cottage garden with perennials in three layers. Learn which plants go where and how to create depth and rhythm.
InspirationEnglish border with perennials: 3-layer model for depth and color
Build a classic English border with perennials in 3 layers: background, middle, and foreground. Perfect color palette and structure.
InspirationComplete cottage garden with romantic lawn: full guide
Discover how to design a complete cottage garden with a gentle lawn, blooming borders and authentic charm. Step-by-step instructions.
PlantingHow many perennials per m2 for borders: spacing guide
Perennial density for borders: 4-9 per m2 depending on type. Learn correct spacing for full, healthy borders that mature over three years.
PlantingHow to prune Echinacea: coneflower pruning and deadheading
Echinacea (coneflower) blooms stronger with deadheading and spring pruning. Learn when and how to prune this beautiful plant.
PlantingHow to prune Perovskia: Russian sage after frost
Perovskia is a full shrub that handles winter poorly. Learn how to prune this beautiful shrub carefully for health and shape after frost damage.
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