Garden Wisely

Using plants that do well in your area saves money in the long run:

  1. Don’t Fight Losing Battles: Grow plants that will be happy in your yard, rather than trying to change your yard to fit the plant. You’ll be amazed how much cheaper it is to grow native plants that thrive without a lot of TLC. Don’t plant things you’ll have to hand water, and don’t plant tender things that can be killed by your winters.
Bee balm spreads quickly and is easy to grow.

17. Select Plants that Last: Perennials, shrubs, and bulbs provide enjoyment year after year, whereas annuals have to be replaced every spring. Plan your garden around lasting beauty, and use the annuals for pops of color in containers.

18. Enrich the Soil: Learn how to compost, and keep adding that good organic matter back to your soil. Your plants will be healthier, larger, and a much better value if planted in good soil.


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Danny Lipford is a home improvement expert and television personality who started his remodeling business, Lipford Construction, at the age of 21 in Mobile, Alabama. He gained national recognition as the host of the nationally syndicated television show, Today's Homeowner with Danny Lipford, which started as a small cable show in Mobile. Danny's expertise in home improvement has also led him to be a contributor to popular magazines and websites and the go-to source for advice on everything related to the home. He has made over 200 national television appearances and served as the home improvement expert for CBS's The Early Show and The Weather Channel for over a decade. Danny is also the founder of 3 Echoes Content Studio, TodaysHomeowner.com, and Checking In With Chelsea, a décor and lifestyle blog.

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