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Fall landscaping inspiration

Date: 09/11/2018 | Source: http://www.bobvila.com

The crisp fall air is a great excuse to get outside and garden! Consider adding a few of these stunning plants to your cottage's garden or landscaping to celebrate the autumn season. The Oakleaf Hydrangea will turn beautiful shades of red and orange, along with the Japanese maple and helenium. Asters are late bloomers to add some pretty pink and the Chinese lantern plant adds a unique touch! Also, Bob vila said, "Black-eyed Susans explode with blooms in summer, but gardeners who deadhead their plants will be rewarded with a second batch of flowers in fall." Two for one!

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