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Chaos gardening – wild beauty, or just a mess? A sustainable landscape specialist explains the trend

  • Written by Deryn Davidson, Sustainable Landscape State Specialist, Extension, Colorado State University
imageA mix of annuals and perennials can look colorful and carefree.Deryn Davidson

If you’ve spent any time in the gardening corners of social media lately, you’ve likely come across a trend called “chaos gardening.”

The name alone is eye-catching – equal parts fun, rebellious and slightly alarming. Picture someone tossing...

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