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Homes & Gardens
Jacky Parker

How to Make Your Late Summer Garden Look Fuller Without Planting Anything New – 7 Designer Tricks

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As we head into late summer, gardens that were in full bloom a few weeks ago can start to look a little straggly – and dare we say, even bare in some places.

However, it's not always necessary to plant anything new to make a garden feel more abundant. Placement, positioning and layering play a big part in the overall look of your landscape. As plants grow, or flowers fade in the heat of the summer, its appearance will evolve.

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