Latest articles by Mary Ellen Ellis
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What To Do (And Not Do) With Your Garden In The Fall
When deciding what to do in your garden this fall, remember there are just as many things NOT to do. Here are all the tasks to put on your list.
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Overwintering Tropical Plants Indoors
There are a few ways to keep tropical plants alive in winter. Some like winter dormancy and may prefer to move indoors.
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Hydrozones: Grouping Plants With Similar Water Needs
Hydrozones are designated areas where plantings require similar amounts of water or grouping plants with similar water needs.
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Best Landscape Plants For The Upper Midwest Region
Trees, shrubs and flowers are abundant in Michigan, Minnesota,Wisconsin and Iowa. Don’t forget to plant natives!
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How To Make A Natural Area In Your Garden
Natural gardens with native plants are becoming the conscientious gardener’s choice for a more sustainable yard.
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Ivy Houseplants - Information On Caring For Ivy Plants
Growing English ivy indoors is a great way to enjoy this attractive vine without setting it loose in the garden.
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Poinsettia Care - How Do You Take Care Of Poinsettias
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How To Grow Plumeria
You can grow fragrant plumeria plants at home under the right conditions, but they dislike cold temperatures.
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What Is An Ecosystem? How Your Garden Is An Ecosystem
Your garden has its own ecosystem and it includes you! Harmonious relationships exist even at microscopic levels.
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Preventing Soil Compaction: How To Fix Compacted Soil In The Garden
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Invasive Black Swallow Wort: Control And ID
Black swallow-wort is invasive and harmful to ecosystems and monarchs. Learn how to identify and eradicate it!
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Tips For Growing Russian Sage
Russian sage is drought tolerant and loved by pollinators. And it looks great to boot. Learn to grow it here.
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Plants That Fight Crime: How Community Gardens Lower Crime Rates
The benefits of community gardening run deep, and they include a clear reduction in crime rates in urban areas.
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How To Care For Anthurium Plants
Add a splash of tropical red to your houseplant menagerie with all the ins and outs of anthurium care.
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Growing Geraniums: Tips For The Care Of Geraniums
Geraniums are some of the most popular flowers, and for good reason. We'll teach you how to grow these vibrant, easy plants.
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What Are Pollinizers And How Do They Affect Crops?
Good to know: A pollinizer is a plant that provides pollen; a pollinator is a creature that transfers pollen from one plant to another.
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Care Of Peace Lilies As Houseplants
Looking for a beautiful, easy-care houseplant? Read these tips for growing the graceful easy-going Peace Lily.
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How To Use Soil Heating Cables To Grow In Winter
Soil heating cables are popular for a simple way to provide consistent warmth for soil in winter, but how to use heating cables? Click here and find out.
