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Telltale Signs Of An Overwatered Snake Plant – And How To Fix This Fatal Mistake
By Bonnie L. Grant
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A Strawberry Hanging Basket Is An Elegant Way To Grow Fresh Fruit At Your Fingertips
Love strawberries but space is at a premium? The solution is growing strawberries in hanging baskets. Learn more about growing hanging strawberries.
By Susan Albert
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Feeding Houseplants: How And When To Fertilize Indoor Plants Like A Pro!
Container-based houseplants have specific feeding needs over and above plants grown in the ground. Here’s how and when to fertilize indoor plants the right way
By Bonnie L. Grant
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8 Rare Orchids That Make Stunning Houseplants – Some Are Surprisingly Easy To Grow
Discover unique orchids that will add exotic beauty to your home. Some make easygoing houseplants, while others offer a challenge for more seasoned growers.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Try These 8 Unique And Fancy Alocasia Plant Varieties For Jungle Drama
Fancy alocasia plants can dress up your garden or interior spaces with dramatic, large leaves of different colors and textures. Enjoy growing this unique plant.
By Tonya Barnett
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Best Trees To Plant Next To A Road – 8 Lovely Varieties To Line Streets
Deciding which is the best tree to plant next to a road or street means considering its size, root system, and sun exposure. Here are some that work best.
By Teo Spengler
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When To Plant A Vegetable Garden: The Best Time To Start For A Bountiful Harvest
Learn the perfect time to plant, considering your climate and what you want to grow for better harvests.
By Ellen Wells
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Tasty Purple Tomatoes To Grow: Try These 8 Cherry, Beefsteak and Heirloom Tom Varieties
Purple tomatoes may have an unexpected appearance, but they are just as lipsmackingly yummy as their red counterparts. Here are the tastiest deep purples to try…
By Amy Grant
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Nurse Logs: Helping New Trees Take Root And Regenerating Our Forests
Nurse logs provide nutrients and infrastructure for new trees. Learn how these old logs and stumps help sustain our forests.
By Amy Grant
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Sow These 5 Flower Seeds Before Winter Ends For Gorgeous Spring Blooms
Get a headstart on a vibrant spring garden with these fast-growing flowers. Sow them in the cold winter months to ensure an abundance of early-season color.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Ultimate Raised Beds For Small Gardens: Try These 5 Raised Options For Compact Corners
The perfect raised beds for small gardens squeeze every bit of useful space out of the most productive corners. Here are some practical space-saving ideas you can try
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Best Romantic Old Garden Roses To Grow For A Dreamy Display
Discover abundantly blooming old-fashioned garden rose varieties that will be star performers in beds, borders, trellises, and containers.
By Tonya Barnett
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How To Grow And Care For Lady’s Mantle In The Garden
Lady's mantle is an interesting plant to add in the garden, especially shady borders. This ground cover will provide visual interest and unique flair.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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7 Types of Plants With Holes In Leaves – Fabulous Fenestrated Varieties For Your Home
By Amy Grant
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8 Longest-Flowering Houseplants For Spectacular Blooms All Year
Enjoy vibrant, long-lasting blooms indoors with these stunning houseplants that, grown together, will add color to your space throughout every month.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Pruning Climbing Roses: Pro Techniques For Maximum Blooms
Learning how to prune climbing roses can seem daunting as the process is a little different than for other types. Master the art with our step-by-step guide.
By Stan V. Griep
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Do You Know The Most Common Garden Plant Diseases? 5 Problems You Need To Avoid
Don’t let your precious crops and ornamentals fall victim to garden ailments! We show you how to identify and hopefully prevent 5 common garden plant diseases
By Tonya Barnett
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Are Snake Plants Toxic To Cats? Here’s How To Protect Your Felines And Avoid Trouble
Are snake plants toxic to cats? A good rule of thumb is to simply keep the plant where kitty can’t get to it.
By Mary Ellen Ellis