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Garden Writer, Kim Toscano

Kim Toscano

Kimberly Toscano is a freelance writer, gardening expert and traveler with an eye on design. Kimberly blends her formal training in horticulture and entomology with her passion for design to educate and inspire gardeners.
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Articles by Kim Toscano

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Planting & Care

Protect Your Fruit Plants in Winter for a Bountiful Harvest

One of the simplest ways we can protect plants in winter is by applying mulch.
By: Kim Toscano
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August 28, 2024
Bayou Bliss™ Distylium
Inspiration & Projects//Plan Your Garden

Distylium: The Best Landscape Plant You’ve Never Heard Of

Distylium just might be a Southern Gardener’s dream plant.
By: Kim Toscano
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August 28, 2024
Diamond Spire® Gardenia planted in a pot
Inspiration & Projects//Plan Your Garden

Pot Up a Privacy Wall

Looking for a quick solution to add privacy to your patio or garden? Container plantings are the answer.
By: Kim Toscano
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January 15, 2024
Hedge of Abelia Miss Lemon with green, yellow and white foliage
Planting & Care

Late Winter Pruning (January-February)

The bulk of your pruning will occur in Late Winter, here’s the plants to prune
By: Kim Toscano
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March 14, 2025
Yellow chested blue and white bird feeding on a black wire feeder
Plan Your Garden

Top 5 Cures for Winter Blahs

I know. You’ve been cooped up way too long.
By: Kim Toscano
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October 24, 2023
Strong yellow foliage develops to gold in the sun and heat. Tight pyramidal habit is suitable for containers
Planting & Care

How to Care for Cold-Damaged Shrubs

Give plants a chance to recover from winter damage before you reach for the pruners.
By: Kim Toscano
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October 24, 2023
Close-up on dark green foliage of Oakland Holly sparsely speckled with red berries
Plan Your Garden

Top 5 Privacy Hedge Plants

Despite how much we enjoy our neighbors, sometimes we need privacy.
By: Kim Toscano
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October 24, 2023
Cement patio shaded with trees and arranged with brown wicker patio set and solar lights
Plan Your Garden

Made in the Shade: How to Select Plants for Your Shady Garden

Garden design for year round pleasure
By: Kim Toscano
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October 24, 2023
Autumn Fern in blue container
Planting & Care

How Do I Overwinter Tender Perennials?

Fall is the time to prepare tender plants for their winter home.
By: Kim Toscano
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October 24, 2023
White slat home with black shutters and black lamp post in a snow-covered winter landscape
Planting & Care

Garden Recovery For Your Plants After Storms

Assessing and Pruning Storm Damaged Plants
By: Kim Toscano
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October 24, 2023
Blue gloved hands holding pearl fertilizer amongst foliage
Planting & Care

Time it Right: Late Winter to Early Spring Fertilizer

Most trees and shrubs are fertilized in early spring. Feed the following plants.
By: Kim Toscano
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October 24, 2023
Photo collage of plants for year-round use
Plan Your Garden

Year-Round Beauty: How to Plan for Winter Color

Thoughtful selection of plant varieties will ensure color and texture all winter
By: Kim Toscano
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October 24, 2023
grasses and perennials in winter with frost
Planting & Care

To Cut or Not to Cut: Perennials and Grasses for Winter Color and Cover

By: Kim Toscano
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October 24, 2023
Gloved hands covering up soft caress mahonia with white sheet for winter care
Planting & Care

Four Ways to Protect Your Shrubs This Winter

Learn how to protect plants this winter so they thrive come spring.
By: Kim Toscano
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October 24, 2023
Hands tying string around plant stem
Planting & Care

5 Ways to Protect Your Garden this Winter

Learn how to protect your plants and minimize winter damage
By: Kim Toscano
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October 24, 2023
A snipped bloom of each Delta Crapemyrtle color on a white background
Plan Your Garden

Meet the Delta Series of Crapemyrtles

Versatile Delta Series Crapemyrtles shine bright in summer
By: Kim Toscano
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October 24, 2023
Photo collage of purple red and pink plants
Plan Your Garden

Plant Combinations: Sassy Color for Sunny Spaces

This combo of cool blues and hot pinks delivers high-energy fun in the sun.
By: Kim Toscano
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September 26, 2024
Perennials on a smooth brick patio being watered with a shower from a garden hose
Planting & Care

Caring for the Summer Garden

Common Questions and Answers
By: Kim Toscano
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October 24, 2023
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