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8 Native Shade Plants To Brighten Up Your Garden
If you have dark gloomy corners in your garden or yard, plant some native shade plants to brighten and liven up the space.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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6 Golden Rules For Harvesting Vegetables – Pick Perfect Produce Every Time
Master the art of harvesting home-grown produce for a bounty you can be proud of – from knowing when a crop is ready, to using the correct techniques and tools.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Worried About Hibiscus Disease? 5 Common Problems To Watch Out For
Hibiscus disease can lay waste to some of the garden’s most delightful tropical plants. If you’re concerned, act fast – with this guide to the five most common
By Tonya Barnett
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Watering Hollyhocks: How And When To Water Alcea Rosea
They are some of the most statuesque, elegant flowering plants you can grow in beds and borders, so make sure you’re watering hollyhocks well to keep them looking their best
By Tonya Barnett
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How & When To Pick Cantaloupe For Perfectly Ripe Melons
Knowing the right time to pick a cantaloupe can mean the difference between a good crop and a bad one. Follow the tips in this article to harvest the best cantaloupe fruits possible.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Naturalizing vs. Perennializing Bulbs For Spring Gardens
Perennial flower bulbs are wonderful and dependable, and bulbs that naturalize will eventually spread over a large area. Both are worth planting and enjoying.
By Tonya Barnett
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How To Propagate Orchids: 4 Techniques To Grow Your Plant Collection
Propagating orchids is a fascinating way to make duplicates of your favorite plants. Discover how to grow new orchids through division, cuttings, and from seed.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Do You Have Boxwood Leafminer? Identify and Remove This Boxwood Pest
The boxwood leafminer can do major damage to boxwood shrubs and can even prove fatal to plants. Find out how to maintain plant health for better plants.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How To Get Rid Of Tomato Hornworms: 5 Natural Solutions To Control And Repel Them
Are big green caterpillars feasting on your tomato plants? Discover natural methods to eliminate tomato hornworms – and keep your vegetable plot pest-free.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Planting Plans To Attract Hummingbirds: 5 Combinations For Beds And Pots
Hummingbirds are delightful garden visitors in the spring and summer. Discover key planting palettes to attract these precious pollinators and support wildlife.
By Ellen Wells
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Sarah Bernhardt Peony Care: How To Grow This Timeless Beauty
For timeless elegance and romantic allure, the showstopping Sarah Bernhardt peony is a stunning performer. Find out how to grow and cultivate this iconic flowering beauty
By Bonnie L. Grant
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8 Lavender Craft Ideas To Savor Your Garden Harvest
Home-grown lavender has endless uses for its enticing aroma, flavor, and therapeutic benefits. Discover creative crafts to make your harvest last for months.
By Melanie Griffiths
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How To Increase Tomato Yields: 7 Expert Tricks For A Bumper Harvest
Turn your garden into a tomato-producing powerhouse with these essential tips for growing a healthy, bountiful crop.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Do Raised Garden Beds Need Drainage?
Before building or buying garden beds, consider how raised garden bed drainage can make a difference for your soil and plants.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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12 Low-Maintenance Perennials: Foolproof Plants Absolutely Anyone Can Grow
Absolutely anyone can grow these low-maintenance perennials! Find out which foolproof plants to add to your garden for years of beautiful blooms.
By Amy Draiss
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How To Propagate Ivy – Best Methods For Success
Learn how to propagate ivy and pot up a lovely houseplant. Learning how to propagate English ivy is super-easy, since it forms roots so quickly.
By Anne Baley
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Tips For Growing Cilantro
Cilantro is a staple herb in many kitchens and is loved for its unique flavor. It can be a bit tricky to grow but it’s worth the effort.
By Heather Rhoades
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How To Keep Geraniums Blooming All Summer – And Through Fall
Keep your geraniums, or pelargoniums, flowering constantly throughout the growing season with our simple tips for extending their glorious summer show.
By Melanie Griffiths