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Silver Mound Artemisia can grow well into zone 3. It has wonderful silvery grey leaves. Clip it well, just after the little silver ball flowers appear, and it will love you. Plant it in full sun - part shade in clay or sandy soil. Divide it every two or three years to give it growing room. It is nice if planted with pretty and vibrant colored flowers.
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Golden shrimp plants love the morning sun. I’ll have to bring this one inside in the winter, but they root easily from cuttings so I’ll make sure to do that and have plenty more for next year. They like moist warm soil and a spritz from a water bottle every once in a while.
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Lamb's Ears are perfect for children's gardens because it makes the plant very relatable to the kids. It will spread so be careful were you plant it. It’s almost like Ivy in it’s growth and invasive nature.
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Liriope is one of the easiest ground covers to plant. It divides easily, as well and blooms in these beautiful purple lacy wisps. It will get lovely dark blue berries on it as well. Liriope will overtake an area, so you have to take steps to control its wondering ways. We also call this monkey grass. This must be cut back in January or February and can be done with a lawn mower to keep the plant clean and compact. Just be sure that the mower is set on the highest setting.
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Remember to plant trees! They will help with your air conditioning bill, bring wildlife to your yard and will make the world a happier place.
