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Make Your Shade Garden Better Than Ever!

Shade gardens are so cool! Yes, literally, because nothing beats taking a seat and relaxing under the canopy of a big tree. But also because of the plants you can grow there. Hostas spring to mind first, of course. They’re a classic. But there are lots of other options for shady borders, too. Some, such as the sweet

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