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Learn the best ground cover plants for your yard, according to gardening experts. The low-growing plants are used to choke out weeds, control erosion, and fill in areas where grass won't grow.| Martha Stewart
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Compacted soil forms when the air pockets within the soil are pushed out. This can make it difficult for plants' root systems to grow and may lead to root rot. If you have compacted soil, consider growing these hardy plants, which can not only grow in hard soil, but also improve its quality.| Martha Stewart
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These perennial plants have long-lasting flowers, so you can enjoy them for entire (if not multiple) seasons. Grow one of these expert-recommended perennials for continuous color in your garden.| Martha Stewart
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We're sharing 22 hosta varieties with beautiful foliage and flowers that will look great in a garden with partial or full shade, according to gardening experts.| Martha Stewart