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A vase made of asparagus with pink roses inside and tied with a ribbon

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Make an Asparagus Flower Vase

Show off your garden's bounty with a flower vase made of asparagus. The fresh green stems are the perfect way to display
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Shrubs and perennials in a late summer garden

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Favorite Virtual Garden Backgrounds

I'm fortunate to work from home. HR types call this "location independent." While my remote status is a result of the
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Red camellias in Oakland cemetery

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Historic Oakland Cemetery in Spring

I spent a few days in March and April soaking up history in the warming spring weather at Historic Oakland Cemetery in
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White and pink hellebores in the garden

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3 Shade-Loving Perennials in My Garden

My number one tip for gardening success is put the right plant in the right place. If you have sun, plant sun-loving
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