Latest articles by Teo Spengler
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Drought-Tolerant Landscaping: Key Design Elements & Ideas
Planning for drought and heat tolerant landscaping involves much more than a pretty design. Learn the elements to consider before you decide on a landscape plan.
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Growing Camellia: Ultimate Camellia Planting And Care Guide
When early spring rolls around it’s time to think about camellia planting and care. One of the most beautiful shrubs with, brilliant foliage and stunning blooms, it deserves some devoted attention.
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7 Invasive Trees You Should Never Plant In Your Yard Or Garden
What are some invasive trees you should never plant in your yard? Click here to find out.
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7 Front Yard Landscaping Ideas To Totally Transform Your Outdoor Space
First impressions count! Learn about some front yard landscaping ideas to create a lasting impression in front of your home.
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Backyard Landscaping Ideas On A Budget – 6 Ways To Transform Your Yard For Cheap
If you need backyard landscaping ideas on a budget, there’s a plethora of great ideas that won’t break the bank.
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Azalea Cuttings For an Infinite Number of Plants
Taking azalea cuttings to grow new azalea bushes is so easy. Fill your garden with new plants from your favorite azalea at no cost!
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Support California Dogface Butterfly: Do More For Zerene Eurydice
Would you like to know how to support California’s state insect? We explain the vital pollinating role of the California dogface butterfly and how to help it in your backyard
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Fertilizing Citrus Trees - Best Practices For Citrus Fertilizing
Your fruit trees are heavy feeders. They appreciate the proper types and amounts of citrus fertilizer for optimal health.
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Boost Your Wildlife Gardening Credentials With 8 Eco-Friendly Certifications
Be an Earth champion and check out some eco-friendly certifications for your yard, garden or property.
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How To Fertilize Peonies For Better Blooms
Newly planted peonies benefit from balanced fertilizer applications. Once established, fertilize peonies every three years or so.
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Is Tropical Milkweed Bad For Your Butterflies? What You Can Do
Tropical milkweed is a harmful plant that can trick both humans and monarch butterflies, and is contributing to declining monarch populations.
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Help Your No-Dig Garden Succeed: Our Guide To No-Dig Gardening
Our guide to no-dig gardening explains a movement whose time has come. Learn no-till gardening methods to enrich and balance the health of your soil.
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Indoor Eucalyptus Plants: Complete Care And Growing Guide
Imagine an indoor eucalyptus plant as fragrant and pretty as tall eucalyptus trees, but small enough to grace your interior.
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How To Identify Poison Ivy To Prevent A Painful Rash – Plus, Common Lookalike Plants
One mistake you don’t want to make is not knowing what poison ivy and oak look like. Learn about the differences in some poisonous plants to avoid.
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Japanese Aralia Care: How To Grow Fatsia Japonica
The large, showy, tropical leaves may imply that Japanese aralia care is a challenge, but given the right environment, it’s a show-stopper and easy to grow.
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Small Palm Trees For Even The Tiniest Yards And Gardens
Small palm trees add beauty and drama to small space gardens, giving them a tropical ambiance. Learn how to choose the best mini palm trees.
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How To Use Less Plastic: 5 Ways To Go Greener In Your Garden
Data on how our overuse of plastic is harming the planet may leave you wondering how to use less plastic. Here are ideas for reduced plastic use in the garden.
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Want a Backyard Mini Orchard? Create Your Own Container Orchard
Easier to care for in small spaces, a backyard mini-orchard makes sense for busy gardeners and juicy fruit is the reward.
