With summer on the horizon, the warming temperatures and lengthening days make June the perfect month to plant warm-season flowers. In this article, garden expert Katherine Rowe explores favorite heat-loving annuals and perennials to plant in June.

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Common sage is widely used for culinary purposes and is grown in kitchen gardens around the world. But many varieties of ornamental sage offer up beautiful blooms that will attract pollinators to your yard. In addition, they are drought-tolerant and low-maintenance. Autumn Sage, known for its stunning red flowers, is one of those ornamental varieties. Gardening expert Kelli Klein shares the best practices for growing this perennial plant.

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Cosmos flowers are easy-to-grow, bright, and cheerful annual flowers, but they need a few requirements to keep blooming all season long. Join organic farmer Jenna Rich for issues that might be causing your cosmos to fail and how to avoid them this season.

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What’s in a name? Well, quite a lot for a sticky catchfly. The name refers to the sticky calyx that small insects can get stuck to. But despite its unusual name, it produces beautiful pink flowers that resemble phlox. Garden expert Kelli Klein walks you through how to plant, grow, and care for this American native wildflower.

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It’s April, and you’re ready to start gardening. But are you? It’s easy to get so excited about our gardens that we forget the basics. We’re here for you! Join organic farmer Jenna Rich as she discusses 9 basic vegetable mistakes you can avoid this year by following a checklist, properly preparing, and knowing your limits.

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If weigela is on your garden shopping list, you’re in the right place. Organic farmer Jenna Rich has compiled a list of 17 low-maintenance and deer-friendly weigela varieties in various colors, shapes, and sizes for all garden types.

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Grandiflora roses have some wonderful qualities, making them great for mixed borders, cutting gardens, and even as a focal point. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares 21 gorgeous cultivars for your home garden.

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When it comes to gardens, there are nearly as many styles as there are gardeners, from traditional to avant-garde and everything in between. If you love formal gardens but aren't sure exactly how to build one, don't worry! Gardening expert Melissa Strauss has some great ideas to share.

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If you can’t get enough of violet, plum, and other shades of purple, this list of herbs is for you. Briana Yablonski shares fragrant herbs with purple flowers so you can enjoy beautiful blooms in the garden and aromatics in the kitchen.

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Looking for a colorful ornamental grass to liven up your landscape? Wondering how to select, install, and maintain purple fountain grass? In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros gives the lowdown on this unique accent plant and offers some tips for growing it successfully.

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