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Marcus Bergin
Nov 22, 20233 min read
Embrace the Elegant Beauty of Astilbes in Your Shade Garden
Week 7: Astilbe (Astilbe spp.) Welcome back to our Shade-Loving Plants Series! This week, we invite you to step into the enchanting world...
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Marcus Bergin
Nov 22, 20233 min read
Choosing the Perfect Heuchera Variety
With a wide range of Heuchera varieties, choosing the perfect one for your garden can be an exciting adventure. Here are a few factors to...
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Marcus Bergin
Nov 22, 20233 min read
Unveiling the Beauty and Practicality of Lamium in Your Garden
Week 10: Lamium (Lamium maculatum) Welcome back to our Shade-Loving Plants Series! This week, we're diving into the delightful world of...
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Marcus Bergin
Nov 22, 20233 min read
Embrace the Enchantment of Brunnera in Your Shade Garden
Week 8: Brunnera (Brunnera macrophylla) Welcome back to our Shade-Loving Plants Series! This week, we're taking a deep dive into the...
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Marcus Bergin
Nov 22, 20233 min read
Discovering the Enchantment of Bishop's Hat (Epimedium spp.)
Welcome back to our Shade-Loving Plants Series! This week, we're venturing into the charming world of Bishop's Hat, a perennial with...
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Marcus Bergin
Nov 22, 20233 min read
Embrace the Charm of Begonias in Your Shade Garden
Welcome to Week 9 of our Shade-Loving Plants Series! This week, we're spotlighting the charming and versatile Begonias. The Allure of...
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Marcus Bergin
Nov 22, 20232 min read
Hellebores: Nature's Early Bloomers
Hellebores, also known as Lenten Roses, Christmas Roses, or Winter Roses, are beloved for their exquisite, nodding flowers that often...
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Marcus Bergin
Nov 22, 20232 min read
Dancing with Elegance: Embracing Meadow Rue (Thalictrum spp.)
Week 17: Meadow Rue (Thalictrum spp.) Welcome to another delightful week of our Shade-Loving Plants Series! This week, we're stepping...
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Marcus Bergin
Nov 22, 20232 min read
Embracing Woodland Magic with Virginia Bluebells (Mertensia virginica)
Week 17: Virginia Bluebells (Mertensia virginica) Welcome to another enchanting week of our Shade-Loving Plants Series! This week, we're...
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Marcus Bergin
Nov 22, 20233 min read
Embracing the Timeless Beauty of Jacob's Ladder (Polemonium spp.)
Week 13: Jacob's Ladder (Polemonium spp.) Welcome back to our Shade-Loving Plants Series! This week, we're embarking on a journey into...
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Marcus Bergin
Nov 22, 20233 min read
Embracing the Elegance of Japanese Anemones (Anemone hupehensis)
Week 15: Japanese Anemone (Anemone hupehensis) Welcome to another week of our Shade-Loving Plants Series! This week, we're exploring the...
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Marcus Bergin
Nov 22, 20233 min read
Discovering the Enchantment of Toad Lilies (Tricyrtis spp.)
Week 16: Toad Lily (Tricyrtis spp.) Welcome to another enchanting week of our Shade-Loving Plants Series! This week, we're immersing...
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Marcus Bergin
Nov 20, 20232 min read
Embracing the Timeless Elegance of Ferns in Your Shade Garden
Introduction 🌿 Welcome to the second instalment of our Shade-Loving Plants Series, where we delve into the enchanting world of Ferns....
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Marcus Bergin
Nov 20, 20232 min read
Aquilegia vulgaris (Granny's Bonnet) - A Whimsical Addition to Your Shade Garden
Introduction 🌿 Welcome to our "Shadows & Pollinators Series," where we explore the enchanting world of plants that thrive in the dappled...
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Marcus Bergin
Nov 20, 20232 min read
Hostas Unveiled: A Comprehensive Guide to Shade-Loving Elegance
Introduction 🌿 Welcome to the first instalment of our "Shade-Loving Plants Series," where we embark on a journey to explore the...
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Marcus Bergin
Nov 20, 20232 min read
Exploring the Enigmatic Beauty of Astrantia Major (Masterwort) in Your Garden
Unveiling the Secrets of a Shade-Loving Gem Astrantia major, lovingly known as Masterwort, is a perennial plant that quietly enchants the...
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Marcus Bergin
Nov 20, 20232 min read
Fall in Love with Bleeding Hearts: A Guide to Growing and Caring for Dicentra Spectabilis
Introduction Gardening enthusiasts, get ready to embark on a journey into the world of enchanting blooms as we dive into the captivating...
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Marcus Bergin
Nov 20, 20233 min read
Bergenia (Elephant's Ears): Your Year-Round Garden Companion
🌿🐝 Shadows & Pollinators Series: Spotlight #4 - Bergenia (Elephant's Ears) 🐝🌿 Hey there, fellow garden enthusiasts! 🌺 Today's...
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Marcus Bergin
Nov 20, 20232 min read
Transforming Shade into Blooming Paradises: A Year-Long Journey with 52 Shade-Loving Plant
Introduction Welcome to a botanical journey like no other! We're embarking on a year-long exploration of our gardens' tranquil pockets of...
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Marcus Bergin
Nov 17, 20232 min read
Unveiling the Enchanting World of Pulmonaria: A Comprehensive Guide
Introduction In our ongoing exploration of deer-resistant shade gardening, we embark on a subtle and enchanting journey into Pulmonaria,...
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