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The summer garden may be winding down, but there’s still plenty to see—and do. Rosarian Paul Zimmerman shares more ways to make the most of the season. If you think fall color begins and ends with mums, it might be time to take another look at your garden. When we talked with Paul Zimmerman, rosarian […]

Before you pull them, take another look. These beautiful blooms prove that sometimes the prettiest things in the garden are the ones you never planted. We call them weeds mostly because they showed up without an invitation. But take a closer look before you pull: Some of the plants that pop up along fences, across […]

You don’t need acres of flowers—or a resident fairy—to create an enchanting outdoor space. These charming little additions bring light, life, and a touch of whimsy to your own backyard. There’s something about a garden that invites a little make-believe. A winding path begs you to follow it. Tiny lights make an ordinary evening feel […]

A guest essay on the plants making a comeback by Anabella Mainetti, CEO & Co-Founder of Mainefactured Tiny Homes In 2026, the plants making a comeback aren’t loud or novelty-driven. Instead, these familiar favorites are rooted in memory, ritual, and lived-in beauty. These aren’t impulse buys chosen for how they photograph in a single season; […]