Latest articles by Heather Rhoades
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Succession Planting Is Your Secret Weapon This Season – Harvest Twice the Vegetables You Did Last YearSuccession planting is the art of maximizing your garden's soil, getting continuous vegetables all season long. You'll be amazed at how much you can grow.
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How to Get Rid of Aphids Naturally: Most Effective Eco-Friendly Ways to Banish Unwanted PestsAre your plants suddenly covered in tons of tiny pests? It may be time to learn how to get rid of aphids. Here are the best natural methods to try.
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Watch Out for Leggy Seedlings – Here's How to Save the Ones that Are Already Spindly, and How to Keep It from Happening AgainAre your seedlings tall and floppy? There's a simple reason why. Learn how to even out growth and maybe even save the ones you think are too far gone.
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How to Grow Onions in Containers – Get a Bumper Crop with Hardly Any SoilOnions have such shallow roots they look like they're just sitting on top of the soil. Harness this oddity of the garden world to get a huge container harvest.
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The Secret to Growing Chives – Everything You Need to Know about These Purple-Headed BeautiesChives are more than just a garnish. Here's how to grow, harvest, and appreciate this ultimate low-maintenance herb.
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How to Grow a Monstera Houseplant: What You Need to Know for a Stunning Swiss Cheese Plant With Fabulous FoliageMonstera is an extremely popular houseplant for good reason! These tropical beauties add instant drama to any home. Here's how to help yours thrive indoors.
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Nitrogen-Fixing Plants – Improve Your Soil Naturally with These Symbiotic MarvelsNitrogen-fixing plants are a gardener’s best friend. Here's how these plants use bacteria to grow faster, and how your whole garden can benefit.
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How and When to Harvest Rhubarb – Expert Guide to a Tart & Tasty HarvestHungry for the ‘barb? Knowing exactly how and when to harvest rhubarb stalks can guarantee quintessential tangy flavors that create gorgeous dishes and preserves – here’s what you need to know for the tartest, tastiest stalks
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How to Grow an Herb Garden in 4 Simple Steps – the Aromatic, Edible Garden of Your Dreams Starts HereGrowing an herb garden is actually a fun and easy project anyone can do! You don't need much space or time to get growing. Just follow these simple steps.
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How To Identify & Eliminate Lawn Fungus For Good – Follow These Tips For Fungus-Free GrassThere's nothing worse than watching your lawn fall victim to grass fungus. But you can eliminate it for good once you know what kind it is. Here's how to tell.
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Pothos Plant Care Made Easy: The Ultimate Growing Guide for Both Beginners & ProsPothos plants are great for beginners and collectors alike. Learn everything you need to know about growing your own.
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How to Propagate Aloe Vera: Rooting Leaves and Planting Pups for an Infinite Number of PlantsPropagating aloe vera is a fun and easy way to create more plants for free. There are three ways to propagate aloe so let's dig in!
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The Ultimate Tomato Fertilizer Guide: How to Feed Tomatoes for a Bigger HarvestThe right tomato fertilizer and applying it the proper way can make all the difference in how big your harvest is. Follow this guide to grow even more 'maters.
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Does Your Plant Have a Drinking Problem? Common Signs Of Overwatering Plants and How to Treat ThemToo much water can actually kill your plants – and it's easier to do than you may think. Learn the signs of overwatering plants and how to reverse them.
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Houseplant Root Rot 101: Symptoms, Causes, and Easy FixesStop overwatering! Follow our expert guide to diagnosing root rot early and learn the essential tips for giving your plant a new life.
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Ultimate Guide to Companion Planting in the Vegetable Garden: Everything You Need to KnowCompanion planting is a fun and easy way to reap extra benefits in your garden. Learn everything you need to know to get started and the best pairings to try.
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How to Grow Onions – A Step-by-Step Guide for a Bigger, Better HarvestOnions are one of the most satisfying crops to grow at home – and they’re simpler than you think. This guide breaks down everything you need to know, from planting to harvest.
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Aloe Vera Care: Everything You Need for a Healthy HouseplantMaster the art of growing aloe vera with this easy-to-follow guide. It's got everything you need to know about soil, light, and keeping your plant happy indoors.
