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April checklist

Flower of the month

This plant’s pretty pink or white blooms add romance to the autumn garden and a soft contrast to the yellows and oranges commonly seen at this time of year. A clump-forming perennial, it prefers shade or semi-shade with regular moisture but is incredibly tough and will even tolerate clay soil and full sun. Cut back after flowering and mulch to keep it snug during its winter dormancy. Some find Japanese anemone a tad

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