Bullet-Proof Shade Plants for Breathtaking Gardens
Plants & Horticulture
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1h 13m
Shade gardening is my passion. The combination of captivating foliage and radiant flowers is mesmerizing, plus much less maintenance than full sun gardens. The lecture includes design tips as well as plants for dry shade and deer-prone gardens.
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