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FEATURES

The Big Ideaby Carleen Madigan Perkins
A philosophy of "gardening large" instills a sense of personality and place

Power Plantsby Lauren Springer Ogden
How best to place plants with strong presence

Impatiens Awaitby Derrick Pitman
Look past the familiar bedding annuals for a host of exciting options

Solid Goldby Pam Baggett
These yellow-leaved plants won't scroch in the sun

Violets Are Foreverby Wayne Winterrowd
With their cheerful faces and reliable nature, these little bloomers have become a sentimental favorite

DEPARTMENTS

Gardener's Notebook

A Gardening Lifeby C. Colston Burrell
Educator Richard G. Turner, Jr.

On Gardeningby Lora Brody
Namesake Roses:A cook recalls how Julia Child inspired her to garden

Practical Mattersby Alice McGowan
First Herb Garden: How to grow and enjoy 10 favorite herbs

Collector's Choiceby Daniel J. Hinkley
Franklinia crosses

Power Playby Karen Weir-JimersonAdd speed to your spring cleaning with power washers

High Groundby Abbie Zabar
The "out-of-control" look can be beautiful