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Southern Ontario summers are getting hotter and drier—but your garden doesn’t have to suffer. These low-water perennials stay gorgeous through the heat.

Yes, you can have both. A garden that’s simple to care for and full of beauty. Here's how to design with less maintenance and more wow.

Every garden has a tricky corner. Here’s how to plant for success in dry shade, windy beds, and more—with perennials that can handle the heat (or lack of it).

Got sticky, heavy, slow-draining clay? Don’t worry—you’re not cursed. With the right plants and a few tricks, clay can be a gardener’s best friend.

Got a garden spot where even weeds hesitate? These native perennials say, “Challenge accepted,” and bloom like champs in the toughest soil.