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Pruning Blackberries For A Bigger Harvest: How-To Guide
Pruning blackberry bushes can be prickly, but it's worth doing for a bigger harvest of juicy berries. Learn how.
By Amy Grant
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When To Start Seeds Indoors For Bigger Harvests & More Beautiful Blooms
Boost your garden's productivity by learning the best times to start seeds indoors – including a month-by-month guide for crops and flowers.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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10 Fabulous Flower Festivals To Visit – Enjoy The Ultimate Inspiration For Your Garden
Stuck for garden inspiration and looking for more ideas on making your backyard notions a reality? Here are 10 flower festivals to help you unlock your growing potential
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Composting Paper: A Complete Guide To Transforming Different Types Into Garden Gold
Reduce waste and learn the secrets of composting paper at home with our guide to demystifying which types can enrich your garden – and which to avoid.
By Amy Grant
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Are Poinsettias Poisonous To Dogs? What You Need To Know To Keep Your Pooch Safe
You may adore their richly hued tones and textures, but are poinsettias poisonous to dogs? Don’t leave it to chance – we reveal how risky they are, and how to keep pets safe
By Amy Grant
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Post-Holiday Plant Clinic: Solve These Common Issues To Keep Seasonal Favorites Thriving For Years
Don't toss your holiday plants! Learn expert tips to fix common issues, from shedding poinsettias to leaning amaryllis, and keep plants going year after year.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Plants To Propagate In Winter: 6 Of The Best Options For Cultivating Winter Cuttings
We usually associate propagation with spring, but there are a few plants you can grow from cuttings in cold months. We round up the best plants to propagate in winter
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Try These 8 Pink Amaryllis Varieties That Look Stunning Indoors And Out
While not quite as prevalent as the traditional red flowering type, the pink amaryllis is a beautiful addition to the home – and here are eight of the best
By Bonnie L. Grant
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9 Expert Gardening Techniques You Should Master in 2025 To Raise Your Growing Game
Make a New Year resolution to grow your best-ever plants and master next-level gardening techniques that will turn you into an expert in no time.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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The Hottest Houseplants Of 2025 - What To Look Out For
Looking to build a houseplant collection or add to what you already have? Choose the top houseplants that are trending right now.
By Susan Albert
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Why Is My Christmas Cactus Turning Purple? And How To Make It Green Again
If your Christmas cactus leaves are purple or red instead of green, it's telling you that something isn't quite right. Learn the possible causes and solutions.
By Teo Spengler
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8 Flower Seeds To Start In January For The Most Glorious Garden This Year
Spending some time with a few seed packets now will bring joy to dreary winter days and ensure your most vibrant garden in spring and summer.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Make This Your Year In The Garden: New Year Resolution Ideas To Enhance Your Gardening
Get a jump on your gardening projects now so you can reap the rewards year round! Crack open your planner, grab a hot drink, and peruse these key New Year resolution ideas
By Janey Goulding
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Looking For The Perfect Third Place? A Garden May Be The Answer
A "third space" is a place where you can find peace and community. Where better to do that than in a garden?
By Teo Spengler
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Christmas Cactus Root Rot: How To Identify, Treat & Prevent This Deadly Disease
Root rot must be treated promptly if plants are to survive. Learn how to spot the signs and save your Christmas cactus from this most dreaded disease.
By Teo Spengler
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What's The Best Music For Plants? Discover How Music Can Help Your Garden Grow
If they grow better with music, make sure to choose the best music for your plants. Turns out they have specific tastes.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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7 Vegetables To Plant In January: Delicious Organic Crops To Kickstart Your Growing Year
Discover the best vegetable seeds to start in January – to banish winter blues and begin a new ritual of growing and harvesting the tastiest, healthiest crops.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Which Indoor Begonia Plants Are Best? 8 Of The Ultimate Begonia Houseplant Varieties
If you just can’t get enough of them, try growing some indoor begonia plants. Many stunning varieties do well indoors and make lovely houseplants.
By Tonya Barnett