Articles by Susan Humphrey

Susan combines her passion for gardening with her role as Brand and Content Marketing Manager to provide insightful and reliable gardening content. With an eye for detail, she conducts comprehensive research on perennials, trees, and bushes, leveraging resources like the Wayside Gardens plant library, gardening blogs, Jerry Baker's authoritative books, and the Missouri Botanical Garden's plant finder.

Her education and hands-on gardening experience make her a trusted authority, offering well-rounded, evidence-based advice. Susan's commitment to excellence in plant performance informs the content she creates, inspiring gardeners at all levels to succeed in their gardening endeavors.
Luxury Landscaping: Plants That Make Your Home Look More Expensive

Luxury Landscaping: Plants That Make Your Home Look More Expensive

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Enhance your home's curb appeal and make it look more expensive with luxury landscaping plants.

Ultimate Planting Guide: 30 Perennials for Almost All US Growing Zones

Ultimate Planting Guide: 30 Perennials for Almost All US Growing Zones

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30 plants and flowers that are so versatile you can grow them almost anywhere.

Perennials That Bloom from Spring Until Fall

Perennials That Bloom from Spring Until Fall

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Expert recommendations for long-blooming perennials.

Enjoy the Beauty of Phlox: A Perfect Addition to Any Garden

Enjoy the Beauty of Phlox: A Perfect Addition to Any Garden

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Ideas for planting and the different types of phlox. 

Native Beauties! And More Reasons to Grow Echinacea

Native Beauties! And More Reasons to Grow Echinacea

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Native, beneficial, and beautiful: coneflowers have it all. 

Growing Astilbe: A guide to Astilbe Plant Colors

Growing Astilbe: A guide to Astilbe Plant Colors

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Learn more about astilbe for shade gardens.

Nepeta (Catmint) Is a Carefree Growing, Reliable Perennial

Nepeta (Catmint) Is a Carefree Growing, Reliable Perennial

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Grow nepeta for reliable beauty and subtle fragrance. 

Exotic Canna Are Surprisingly Easy to Grow

Exotic Canna Are Surprisingly Easy to Grow

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How to grow a canna lily? Learn more about this stunning tropical plant.

Growing Lavender: A Guide to Lavandula Gardening and Reaping the Benefits

Growing Lavender: A Guide to Lavandula Gardening and Reaping the Benefits

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Grow lavender for beauty and fragrance at home and in the garden. 

Embrace the Slow Flower Movement: A Guide for Gardeners

Embrace the Slow Flower Movement: A Guide for Gardeners

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Because we embrace the outdoors, let's make sure our plant selections are earth-friendly.

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