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Late Blooming Plants for Summer Color
Feeling like your garden has lost its spark this summer? Don't worry - there are plenty of show-stopping plants that thrive in late August and beyond. F...
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Late-Summer Perennials That Keep the Color Coming
Late summer is when some of the garden's best performers really begin to shine. Discover three dependable perennials - Rudbeckia, Echinacea, and Perovsk...
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Lawn Watering Guide
During hot summers, your lawn needs careful watering to thrive. Water in the morning to minimize evaporation and fungal growth and use sprinklers effici...
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Lisianthus Care Guide
The big, bold blooms of lisianthus will look fantastic in a wide assortment of arrangements this time of year. The blooms come in a range of colors that...
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Made in the Shade: Sensational Hellebores
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Make the Holidays Beautiful with Artificial Greens
Say goodbye to messy pine needles and limited designs! Many high-quality artificial greens now rival the look and charm of fresh foliage. From wreaths t...
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Making an Impact with Pottery
From bold hues to textured shapes, the right pottery can do more than hold a plant - it can transform your entire space. At Estabrook's, an eye-catching...
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Making Your Own "Bug Hotel"
As the growing season winds down, it's easy to forget that many of your garden's hardest workers - bees, ladybugs, and other beneficial insects - need a...
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