Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A variety of flowers and foliage growing as ground cover on a slope. - Beekeepx/Shutterstock If you want to create a beautiful ...

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Hostas and ferns growing together in a shade garden. - anmbph/Shutterstock It's easy to see why ferns and hostas are staples in many American gardens. They're generally easy to care for, and they're ...

Whorls of three succulent-like leaves are responsible for this petite perennial sedum’s nickname: three-leaved stonecrop. It tolerates partial shade and is low maintenance once established. Watch for ...

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Steep slopes present a challenge in the garden, both in the initial planning stages and in relation to ongoing maintenance. Ground covers offer an excellent solution. These plants grow densely and ...

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You're probably familiar with the most common types of zinnias featuring tall stems, but this variety is a little different ...