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English ivy, a European native, is a fast growing vine that can grow to a length of 20 to 30 feet and can be shaped into topiary or espalier. By Gene Rodriguez, III |
Check these tips on growing Lavender Basket fuchsias, which are fussy about heat and sun and often grow best as a houseplant in hot areas. By Cheryl Bowman |
Abenrot Begonia plants are a low-growing evergreen that can add interest to border areas. By Cheryl Bowman |
 | Learn how to grow A Bit of Red Fuchsia plants. By Cheryl Bowman |
Juniperus communis, the Effusa Common Juniper, is a great choice if you want to prevent washout on slopes. Learn how to grow and care for these plants. By Cheryl Bowman |
Learn more about how to grow and use the handy citronella plant, which can be a big help fighting mosquitoes in summer. By Kim Willis |
Trumpet vine grows happily through much of the United States and that's good, because there are few plants more attractive to hummingbirds. If you need a sturdy, easy-to-grow vine for sun or partial shade or want to attract hummingbirds to your yard, plant a trumpet vine. By Kim Willis |
Diascia, sometimes known as Twinspur, is a newcomer to the bedding plant world. This beautiful flowering plant was virtually unheard of a few years ago, but diascia has much to offer and is easy to grow. By Kim Willis |
 | The persistence of climbing plants is one of the reasons savvy gardeners love them and frequently use them to decorate their gardens. You just need to know which plants will work in your landscape. By Katerie Prior |
 | Ground cover plants have a number of uses in the landscape. Cold hardy plants have the added benefit of providing color during long northern winters. By Gene Rodriguez, III |
 | If you want a fast-growing vine to cover an unsightly fence or climb your trellis, plant some morning glories. An old-fashioned climber, morning glories thrive almost anywhere and will provide you with beautiful color from summer to heavy frost. By Kim Willis |
 | Although most types of cactus are strong plants, there are steps you can take to help them thrive, whether indoors or outdoors. No matter what kind of cactus you have, there are some common rules for drainage, watering and sunlight. By Gene Rodriguez, III |
In my backyard, I've got some large trees on the order of 50 or 60 feet up in the air. By Viveka Neveln |
If you need color in a semi-shady spot in summer and early fall, then Astilbe is a plant you will want to get to know. By Kim Willis |
 | Clematis are among the most demanding plants for gardeners, but their lovely summer blooms make the work worthwhile. By Jenney Cheever |
When it comes to azalea bushes, Glorious Orange does double duty as a lovely flowering shrub and as a good plant for hedges. By Cheryl Bowman |
Growing honeysuckle is one of the easiest things for gardeners, but care must be taken to keep it from taking over the landscape. By Jenney Cheever |
 | Shade need not be dull. There are many wonderful plants available for shady spots. By Kim Willis |
The wisteria is a beautiful climbing vine that's popular for its hanging clusters of fragrant flowers. Wisterias are available in several varieties, but it is the purple variety that usually comes to mind first. By Mary P Ivy |
African Violets are one of the easiest blooming houseplants to grow. They thrive in the heat of our homes and will bloom in artificial light. They come in a wide range of colors and the dainty flowers will brighten the darkest days. For those who love collecting, this is an ideal plant as there are so many different varieties. By Kim Willis |
