Inspiration & Projects

Giving Thanks with the Southern Living® Plant Collection

Let the Southern Living Plant Collection represent your style this Thanksgiving

By: Southern Living Plants Staff

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June 2, 2020

Planting & Care

Good Bugs & Bad Bugs in the Garden

Learning to work with the bugs in your garden ecosystem

By: Southern Living Plants Staff

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June 2, 2020

Plan Your Garden

Grassy Acts

Learn how ornamental grasses can be perfect for your garden.

By: Southern Living Plants Staff

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November 19, 2019

Planting & Care

Green Gardening—Organic Alternatives

Let’s make compost!

By: Southern Living Plants Staff

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November 12, 2019

Plan Your Garden

Entrance Garden Plan

Invite guests into your home with brilliant color and a welcoming pathway.

By: Southern Living Plants Staff

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June 2, 2020

Plan Your Garden

Exposure Challenge: Designing Gardens that Transition Between Sun and Shade

Versatile plant materials and thoughtful placement are key components of tackling the part sun/part shade garden

By: Southern Living Plants Staff

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November 19, 2019

Plan Your Garden

How to Landscape a Street Side Garden — Southern Living Idea House Garden Plan

Ideal for part of your yard separated from main landscape by a sidewalk or trees

By: Southern Living Plants Staff

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August 21, 2021

Inspiration & Projects

Double Berry-Almond Galette

This recipe is the perfect marriage of our Blueberries and Blackberries.

By: Southern Living Plants Staff

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November 13, 2019

Plan Your Garden

Create Winning Color Combinations

When it comes to color, nandina offers numerous vibrant combinations.

By: Southern Living Plants Staff

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August 24, 2021

Inspiration & Projects

Creative Gift Wrapping Ideas with Fresh Greenery

Decorate gifts this holiday season with ribbon, bows, and foliage!

By: Southern Living Plants Staff

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November 13, 2019

Planting & Care

Choosing a Fertilizer

What types of fertilizers will work best for your plants?

By: Southern Living Plants Staff

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November 13, 2019

Plan Your Garden

Cold-Hardy Plants

Southern Living isn’t only about geography—it’s a lifestyle.

By: Southern Living Plants Staff

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June 2, 2020

Planting & Care

Composting – from the kitchen to the garden

What’s not to love about compost?!

By: Southern Living Plants Staff

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November 13, 2019

Plan Your Garden

A Beginner’s Guide to Container Gardens

Container gardening can provide lots of options—inside or outside

By: Southern Living Plants Staff

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August 21, 2021

Plan Your Garden

Courtyard Garden Plan

Bring life to an outdoor living area, & soften hardscapes, with this garden plan

By: Southern Living Plants Staff

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June 2, 2020

Plan Your Garden

What is a Groundcover?

Plants that are as beautiful as they are functional are real treasures.

By: Southern Living Plants Staff

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April 6, 2021

Planting & Care

What is Crape Murder, and How Do You Avoid It?

“Crape Murder,” is often committed by otherwise decent, law-abiding gardeners.

By: Southern Living Plants Staff

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August 21, 2021

Inspiration & Projects

Blackberry, Browned Butter, and Almond Tart Recipe

Ripe, sweet, in-season blackberries make a huge difference in this cake.

By: Southern Living Plants Staff

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June 2, 2020