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1 month ago | 
gardengatemagazine.com | Marisa Reyes
Lady’s mantleType: Perennial Blooms: Clusters of tiny, star-shaped, chartreuse flowers in late spring to early summer Light: Full sun to part shade Soil: Moist, well-drained Pests: None serious Size: 10 to 18 in. tall, 18 to 30 in. wide Hardiness: Cold hardy in USDA zones 4 to 8 Why add lady’s mantle to your garden? There’s something magical about lady’s mantle. Its soft, scalloped light green leaves shimmer with beads of dew, creating a jewel-like effect on a misty morning.
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1 month ago | 
gardengatemagazine.com | Marisa Reyes
Chinese ground orchidLooking for an exotic addition to your garden without the high maintenance? Say hello to the Chinese ground orchid! This little gem is a game-changer for those of us who dream of growing beautiful orchids in our own backyards but don’t have mild winters. Type: Pseudobulb Blooms: Small, orchidlike pink-purple flowers from mid- to late spring Light: Part shade Soil: Moist, well-drained Pests: None serious Size: 12 to 18 in. tall, 6 to 12 in.
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1 month ago | 
gardengatemagazine.com | Marisa Reyes
Chinese ground orchid pops in spring with brunnera and astilbeThe tropical elegance of Chinese ground orchid (Bletilla striata) is sure to stand out in a mixed planting like this and bring early season interest to your garden. Try this colorful combo to brighten up your shady beds and borders. Chinese ground orchid’s vibrant blooms and ‘Emerald Mist’ brunnera’s blue flowers and silvery foliage bring early-season excitement in this mixed planting.
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2 months ago | 
gardengatemagazine.com | Marisa Reyes
Permaculture basicsPeople, plants, animals, insects — we all belong to a giant web of life. Permaculture, or “permanent agriculture,” is an all-encompassing way of thinking about how to promote the natural interaction between all of these players. And it’s been practiced for thousands of years.
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2 months ago | 
gardengatemagazine.com | Marisa Reyes
5 Ways to use ground cover plants to solve garden problemsAre you tired of coaxing turfgrass to grow in difficult spots? In her book Ground Cover Revolution, Kathy Jentz says that ground cover plants can be the solution to these struggles. She shares practical tips for replacing turfgrass with low-maintenance ground cover plants that thrive on slopes, in clay soil, deep shade, heavy clay and more.
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Dec 14, 2024 | 
gardengatemagazine.com | Marisa Reyes
Cinnamon fernCinnamon fern adds charm to any shade garden and requires little maintenance. In early spring, its fiddleheads emerge and transform into beautiful specimens like those above. The cinnamon-colored spore-bearing spikes last for several weeks before fading, while the arching fronds reach 2 to 3 feet and remain attractive until fall.
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Oct 5, 2024 | 
gardengatemagazine.com | Marisa Reyes
Grow spinach in spring or fall!If you’re one of those gardeners who can’t wait to get started in spring and hates to throw in the trowel in fall, spinach is the perfect “shoulder season” crop. This mild, earthy-flavored green comes in many varieties, ranging from crinkly-leafed savoys to slightly textured semi-savoys and the flat, smooth-leafed types. Colors can be dark green, light green and even red-veined. Here’s how to get the most of it every year.
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Sep 30, 2024 | 
gardengatemagazine.com | Carrie Topp |Marisa Reyes
Tips for flower pounding on fabricEnjoy blooms from your garden year-round when you create botanical prints with flower pounding. In addition to these charming gift bags, you can make towels, tablecloths, shirts and even socks. This simple process starts with fresh flowers, a hammer and fabric made of natural fibers, such as cotton, linen, bamboo or hemp. Watch the video above and read the simple steps below to learn more about the flower pounding technique.
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Aug 24, 2024 | 
gardengatemagazine.com | Marisa Reyes
Summer container garden ideas for shadeAs you explore Bonnie Dumas' garden and patios in Kansas, you’ll find beautiful hanging baskets, windowboxes and upcycled containers that add color and texture throughout the summer. Take a look at a few of Bonnie’s planting recipes here. This constantly evolving tapestry of blooms and stunning containers bursts with rustic charm! If you’re inspired by her container ideas, don’t miss her dog-friendly garden design — see the feature garden here.
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Aug 15, 2024 | 
gardengatemagazine.com | Marisa Reyes
Creating a rustic & pet-friendly backyard gardenIn 1998, Bonnie Duma and her husband, John, purchased a ¾-acre lot in Lenexa, Kansas. After the house was built, Bonnie turned her attention outdoors. The yard was a blank slate, offering Bonnie the opportunity to bring her garden dreams to life. Inspired by a childhood spent growing up on a farm, she hopes to pass along a deep appreciation for plants to her grandchildren.
