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Erosion can whisk away valuable topsoil and even cause whole embankments to collapse. These plants will help lock soil in place while adding ornamental value.

Q: I recently bought a couple of shrubs that were on clearance. Should I wait to plant them until spring? A: I would not wait; plant any cold-hardy shrubs and trees as soon as possible.

The plants form attractive clumps of ivy, lance, or heart-shaped foliage. There are currently more than 20 species of cyclamen, but hardy cyclamen typically is considered the easiest to grow.