Latest articles by Graham Rice
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US hardiness zone 5 explained
Expert advice on how to garden and what to plant in USDA hardiness zone 5
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US hardiness zone 4 explained
Discover how to garden and which plants will grow well in USDA gardening zone 4
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US hardiness zone 3 explained – and expert advice on what to plant
Discover how to garden, and which plants will grow in this US gardening zone
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US hardiness zones 1 and 2 explained – and expert advice on what to plant
Discover how to garden, and which plants will grow in the coldest gardening zones of the USA
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How to prune witch hazel – and how often should you cut back this winter beauty
Don't destroy this plant by attacking it with your pruning shears
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US hardiness zones – everything you need to know about them
Find out why hardiness zones and hardiness ratings are a vital part of successful gardening in the US
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Witch hazel plant care – how to grow this winter-flowering shrub in your backyard
It's hard to beat witch hazel for dazzling winter interest
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Best euonymus varieties – these hard working, versatile shrubs are a sound investment
Tough and colorful, these evergreen and deciduous shrubs are ideal for dependable ground cover and stunning leaf color
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Best hyacinth varieties – 15 seasonal bulb choices that will fill your home and yard with heavenly scent
When it comes to the best hyacinth varieties, we are spoilt for choice. These bulbs are great performers in their first season, indoors or out, and guaranteed flower for many years to come
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Best miscanthus varieties – 15 ornamental grasses for soft, naturalistic planting
Elegant and easy grow ornamental grasses bring a soft and natural look to summer and fall borders
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10 best honeysuckles – for fragrance and flowers even in winter
Our pick of the best honeysuckle varieties for summer flowers, winter fragrance and even hedges
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Best brambles – 8 easygoing options for berries and blooms
Grow the best brambles with our pick of the finest blackberries, raspberries and hybrids – for juicy fruit and charming florals
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How to grow and care for winter heather – brighten your plot with these pretty plants
Discover how to grow winter heather and add these colorful, super hardy shrubs to your flower beds, borders and containers
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How to grow and care for a magnolia tree – an expert guide
Magnolias are some of our most flamboyant trees but, evergreen or deciduous, native or exotic they all require their own individual care
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Best hydrangea varieties – 15 favorite flowering shrubs to try
These 15 dynamic hydrangea varieties bring together the best mophead and lacecap breeds for beds, borders and containers
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Best lavender varieties – 14 perfumed beauties for flowers and foliage
Broaden your fragrant horizons with 14 stunning lavender varieties for patios, pots, beds and borders
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Bearded iris varieties – make a statement with these 12 ruffled beauties
Discover a host of frilly blooms in a medley of shades with these pretty types of bearded iris for beds and borders
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Best plants for a butterfly garden – discover 16 wildlife-friendly blooms
Attract pollinators for months of wildlife charm with the top plants for a butterfly garden that is beautiful and good for the planet
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Heuchera varieties – the top 15 coral bells for foliage and flowers
There are so many types of coral bells to choose from for your flower beds and containers
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Loropetalum care and growing guide – expert tips for these flowering evergreens
With their stunning spring flowers and striking foliage, drought-tolerant loropetalums are a worthy addition to your yard
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Types of dahlias – 16 dazzling showstoppers for long-lasting displays
Add drama with sumptuous pompons and cactus styles as we look at the best types of dahlias for beds, borders and containers
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Best hardy geranium varieties – 15 classic cranesbills for every garden
Every flowerbed is better with this cottage garden favorite as we look at 15 of the best hardy geraniums
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Best patio plants – 11 stunning options for adding flowers, foliage and scent to your paved space
Whether added to containers or planted nearby, these patio plants are guaranteed to brighten up any outdoor space
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Citrus tree care and growing guide – expert tips for lemons, limes, oranges and grapefruits
From planting tips to how to deal with common problems, our expert guide has got your citrus tree queries covered
