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In spring, it can be tempting to come to the garden center and pick up one (or three!) of everything in bloom. Maybe not literally everything  in bloom, but you understand what we are saying! It can be easy to purchase several different plants and then come home and wonder how to incorporate everything you love into your garden. That's where landscape elements such as repetition, color, texture, and form come into play. Repetition:  Often, unless it is a focal point, plants l

Many trees can be planted under electrical lines and never get close in size to needing to be trimmed by the power company. In this post, we will list several tree and shrub varieties that work well to stay under most power lines. Most power lines are above 25' in height, but sometimes they are below this approximation. If your gardening bed is near or under power lines, browse this list and use it as a guide when deciding what to plant. The plants listed below are 25' or le

Privacy screens can be desired for any number of reasons. Whether you want to block an unsightly view, create a cozy gardening space, or need privacy from neighbors, these are excellent reasons as to why you might need a privacy screen. You can use a variety of materials, such as fencing, a trellis, or even a building, such as a barn or shed, to create a privacy screen; however, today, we will share about plants you can use instead (or in addition to one of these structures).