Gardening How To
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What Is A Nectary? Where To Find Them And Why They Matter To Wildlife
A nectary is a vital part of many flowering plants that attracts pollinators and benefits everybody.
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Soil Testing 101: What You Need To Know To Grow A Better Garden
See what your soil needs with a simple test. Learn how with our complete guide to soil testing.
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How To Fill A Raised Garden Bed: Cheap And Free Solutions You Need To Start Now
Filling a raised bed with new soil can be costly. These inexpensive solutions will enable you to get the most out of your growing space while being more sustainable.
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Elevate Your Garden With The Rule Of Three: A Pro Landscaping Trick For Stunning Designs
Create a more professional look in your garden by using the Rule of Three in beds, borders, and pots to create a natural space that keeps the eye interested.
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22 Plants To Propagate From Cuttings In August – And How To Ensure They Thrive
Discover the top plants to take semi-ripe or softwood cuttings from in August, and grow your garden for free with these easy-to-propagate favorites.
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Does Baking Soda Kill Weeds? What You Need To Know About This DIY Herbicide
The internet is full of gardening remedies for weeds, but the question remains: Does baking soda kill weeds? Find out what’s true.
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14 Small Front Yard Landscaping Ideas With Huge Curb Appeal
Transform your small front yard into a charming oasis with design ideas that maximize space, enhance curb appeal, and bring nature closer to your doorstep.
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10 Perennials To Cut Back In August For A Late Flush Of Flowers
Trim, chop, or deadhead these flowering perennial plants this month, and they will reward you with one last burst of color to take you to fall.
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Create A Vibrant Wildlife Oasis With These 6 Native Flowering Shrubs For Pollinators
Growing native flowering shrubs for pollinators gives your garden added wildlife appeal as well as multi-seasonal visual interest. Try these stunning sustainable shrubs for bees and butterflies
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How I Built A Cattle Panel Trellis – Step-By-Step Instructions For A Simple DIY Arch
A cattle panel trellis is an easy and inexpensive way to create an arch in your garden for vining vegetables, flowers, and foliage. Here's how to build one.
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Antidepressant Microbes In Soil: How Dirt Makes You Happy
Soil microbes have been found to have similar effects to antidepressants. Learn to make yourself happier and healthier through gardening.
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Don’t Trim These Plants Before Fall: 7 Plants You Should Not Prune In Summer
High summer is synonymous with deadheads and straggly growth, so it’s tempting to reach for the cutters. But here are the plants you should not prune in summer – and why
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Herbicide Carryover In Compost - Can Herbicide Stay In Hay?
Understanding herbicide carryover in compost, manure, hay and other soil amendments is crucial, especially if gardening organically is important to you.
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10 Small Patio Ideas That Will Make A Big Impact
Turn your small patio into a private oasis that functions as a true room outdoors. These versatile ideas will bring you closer to nature and make the most of the space.
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8 Inexpensive Drought-Tolerant Landscaping Ideas To Save You Water And Money
Conserving water is becoming more important. There are many methods of inexpensive drought-tolerant landscaping that can help our environment.
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Cheap Patio Paver Ideas For An Inexpensive Backyard Oasis
Learn about some cheap patio paver ideas to transform a bit of outdoor space into a convenient courtyard or outdoor living area. Use your imagination.
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5 Water Butt And Rain Barrel Benefits: Why It Matters For Sustainable Gardening
For anyone serious about sustainable gardening, rainwater harvesting is an easy way to conserve natural resources. Here are five water butt and rain barrel benefits
