Herbs to Grow

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Echinacea Varieties: 19 Cutting-Edge Coneflowers
By Caleb Melchior 

The purple coneflower (Echinacea purpurea) is one of the North American prairie’s great contributions to gardens across the globe. It’s no wonder, then, that breeders are working to create hybrids with exciting new colors and exotic flower forms.

How To Xeriscape: Save Water, Plant Wisely
By Deena Wade
Did you know that a xeriscaped garden can help keep water-loving mosquitoes at bay by simply using less water? Learn more about xeriscaping.
Herb to Know: Peony
By Kathleen Halloran
Did you know that peony is an herb? It is widely used in Traditional Chinese Medicine in a variety of herbal medicines. The plant is generally not used in modern Western medicine, but scientists continue to study its effects and properties. Learn more.

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