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Specialty gardens can be rock gardens, water gardens, container gardens or much more. Learn how to plan exciting or useful specialty gardens.

Container Gardens

Container gardens are a great solution for a patio or tight space. Learn a few easy steps to creating your own container gardens. See more »

Shade Gardens

Shade gardens bring color and beauty to otherwise barren ground. Learn all about planning, planting and caring for shade gardens. See more »

Rock Gardens

Rock gardens add a touch of the alpine to your landscape. Learn all about planning, building and maintaining rock gardens. See more »

Rose Gardens

Rose gardens might seem a daunting undertaking, but even casual gardeners can grow beautiful roses. Learn all about caring for rose gardens at HowStuffWorks. See more »

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Water Gardens

Water gardens are relatively easy to build and maintain, even without a professional landscaper. Learn all about water gardens at HowStuffWorks. See more »

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