Margaret Roach
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These Native Plants Aren’t Weeds
Pollinators recognize a good thing when they see it — and so do gardeners in search of organic pest control. As one put it, “My...
Why This Eco-Friendly Gardener Doesn’t Cut Down Dead Trees
Basil Camu is on a mission to save trees, even the dying ones. His unconventional approach: Let it be.
How Do You Turn ‘Urban Decay’ Into a Garden?
Apiary Studio in Philadelphia works with whatever a site holds to create landscapes that match the city’s aesthetic: “gritty, punk, improvised, layered with history.”
An Expert’s Must-Read List of Gardening Newsletters
A horticulture expert shares his must-read list.
How to Grow Potted Topiaries
You just have to follow a few simple rules. (Also, forget about going away for the weekend.)
How to Elevate Your Garden With Ceramics (And Not Just Flower Pots)
An imposing work of pottery can be as important to the design of a landscape as any well-placed plant. And no, we’re not talking about...
Why Japanese Maples Are an Obsession for Gardeners
You won’t stop at just one, once you discover what they can do for your garden: “People get obsessed.”
You Don’t Need a Greenhouse to Grow Citrus Indoors
‘Lemons and limes are really great houseplants,’ said the owner of a rare-plants nursery in Connecticut — if you choose the right ones.
Look to Willows to Brighten Your Winter Garden
But that’s just the beginning: If you want a living fence or something to feed livestock or material for a natural burial, there’s a willow...
For a Ukrainian Gardener, Flowers Offer a Way Forward
When war came to her country, Alla Olkhovska had been planning to open a rare-plants nursery. Now her Clematis seeds have an international following.