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Perennials

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How to Use Summer Crush Hydrangea in Front Yard Landscaping

The Short Answer: Summer Crush is a compact, reblooming big leaf hydrangea that produces vibrant raspberry or neon purple flowers all summer long. Its small footprint and bold bloom color make it ideal for foundation planting, walkway borders, and patio containers in Capital Region front yards. Your front yard is the first thing neighbors, guests, […]

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Low Maintenance Perennial Flowers: Beautiful Blooms Without the Extra Work

The Short Answer: Perennials like daylilies, coneflowers, hostas, and black-eyed Susans thrive in the Capital Region with minimal care. Plant these once, and enjoy for years. Not every homeowner wants to spend every weekend weeding, watering, and replanting. If that sounds familiar, perennial flowers are worth a serious look. Unlike annuals that die off at […]

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