Grasses are flowering plants, too. Where are the petals, the sepals and the reproductive parts? If you want to study grasses, you need a whole new vocabulary. I have learned the names of a few common ...

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It’s been a long, beautiful fall this year. The cool weather tripped the trees to color up and then hold their leaves for a beautiful show of reds, oranges and yellows. Tree leaves aren’t the only ...

They glisten in the sun, sway and shimmer in the breeze, and provide year-round interest. This is the grace and beauty of ornamental grasses. Planted as a sweep, they serve as a low border or a ...

Growing ornamental perennial grasses in your landscape serves multiple purposes. They can fill in exposed soil, reduce erosion, and attract birds to the garden while also adding colorful hues and ...

Ornamental grasses are an often-overlooked group of herbaceous perennials that thrive here. They can add beauty to your landscape with minimal effort. Because of their ease of care and reliability, ...

Are deer and rabbits eating your plants and veggies? Or are you looking for a way to spruce up your landscape? Home and Garden expert Larry Pfarr has tips for keeping away unwanted visitors and for ...

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