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Variable Variegation
DIYnet — March 18, 2002 -- Popular groundcover Vinca major is outstanding in this variegated form, which brings the illusion of sunlight into shaded gardens. (SHNS photo by Maureen Gilmer / DIY) March 18, 2002 -- Ordinary impatiens becomes an ...More…
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Ornamental Grasses
DIYnet — After digging up as much of the mature grass's root ball as possible, use a machete or other large blade to cut the plant into divisions. Ornamental grasses are beautiful, inexpensive, easy to find and easy to grow in all types of soil. Paul ...More…
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Low-Maintenance Groundcovers
DIYnet — Many people find that caring for a large lawn takes too much time and effort. By shrinking the lawn, you can also reduce lawn maintenance. Sisso Doyle, co-host of HGTV's Breaking Ground, presents a list of groundcovers that make good alternatives ...More…
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Growing Grass in the Shade
DIYnet — Trees may be thinned to allow more sunlight to reach the lawn. Ron Boylan of the Scotts Company gives tips on growing a lawn in shady spots. All grasses prefer sun, although some tolerate shade better than others. To help encourage grass to grow ...More…
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Tropical Garden
DIYnet — I don't exactly live in the tropics, but I'd love to create a tropical garden. What plants would I need to use? Angel-wing begonia is another good choice, since it has large leaves and large flowers. If you have a sunny area, here are some ...More…
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Plants from the Flower Fields
DIYnet — South Africa is considered one of the greatest botanical storehouses on earth. The climate of a warm rainy season, followed by a long dry season, creates the perfect environment for the world's largest variety of succulents. The South African ...More…
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Bamboo FAQ
DIYnet — I want to plant some bamboo, but I've read it's really invasive. What is the best way to contain its roots? Yes, bamboo should be pruned to remove dead leaves and to control its height. One nice bonus that comes from pruning bamboo is that you ...More…
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Ornamental Grasses
DIYnet — Jessie Mack Burns offers advice on the selection and use of ornamental grasses in landscaping. Ornamental grasses come in many varieties and can add height and fullness to your garden, borders and beds. DIY's horticulturist Jessie Mack Burns ...More…
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Groundcovers
DIYnet — Don't limit yourself to lawn. Many attractive low-growing groundcovers are available, and they make good alternatives in spots too shady for grass. When you first install the groundcover of choice, you'll need to weed and water frequently. Once .. ...More…
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Warm- and Cool-Season Grasses
DIYnet — Netting is used to hold bunch-type grasses together when planted as sod. Your climate will dictate whether you should choose a warm-season or a cool-season lawn grass, explains Dr. Tom Samples, a leading lawn expert and a professor at the ...More…
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Growing Grasses in Containers
DIYnet — All of these plants require about the same environmental conditions. Mint foliage adds a contrasting texture to a planting with grassy leaves. Grass expert and nurseryman John Greenlee explains how to grow grasses in containers. Your containers ...More…
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Groundcover and Ornamental Plants
DIYnet — Having now added pavers and several shade-loving ground plants to the tiny space, host Mayita Dinos gives the area more dimension with ground cover and container plants. Plant the trees on either side of the topiaries (on the side away from the ...More…