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DIY Liquid Fertilizer For Plants – 5 Powerful Tonics To Make
Homemade liquid fertilizer has myriad benefits for vegetables, garden plants, and houseplants. Discover natural tonics that are quick, easy, and cheap to make.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Landscaping Around A Fire Hydrant: Landscaping Tips And Safety Considerations
It might not sound like the obvious choice for a landscaping project, but a fire hydrant can work with a bigger gardening vision. Follow our tips on landscaping around a fire hydrant
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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New USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map: What Changed & What It Means For Gardeners
The new USDA plant hardiness zone map reflects our changing climate and new considerations for plant hardiness. It affects everyone, but especially gardeners.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How To Make A Sustainable Garden: 9 Easy Ways To Go Green
There are lots of eco-friendly garden ideas that will move us toward creating a sustainable garden. Here are 9 of our favorites.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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When To Clean Up Garden Beds In Spring To Protect Pollinators
Every spring, I'm reminded that many species of insects have used my garden as a winter hotel and may not be ready for a wake-up call just yet.
By Teo Spengler
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Cheap Fence Ideas For A Pretty And Private Yard
You don’t need to spend a fortune to box in your garden. Take these cheap fencing ideas for your garden and budget and run with them.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How To Attract Cardinals – Get Beautiful Songbirds Flocking To Your Yard
The northern cardinal is a national treasure and a delight to spot in the garden, nesting in shrubbery and flitting between feeders. Discover how to attract this beloved songbird by providing the right food, shelter, and water.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Do Chickens Eat Bugs? Using Poultry As Organic Pest Control
Chickens seek and destroy bugs, making them a gardener's best friend. For garden pest control, fresh eggs and great companionship, try raising chickens.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Why It's Time To Raise Ducks For The Garden – Move Over, Chickens!
Others might call you quackers, but if you get some ducks for the garden, you can enjoy a host of plot-friendly benefits. Just follow our expert guide to make the most of these unique creatures
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Dark Home Exterior? Choose The Right Plants With Our Expert Dark House Landscaping Tips
If the front or back of your house is very dark, what are the implications for the plants you grow? We reveal how understanding dark house landscaping can help you pick the right plants
By Susan Albert
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14 Easter Table Decor Ideas Using Spring Flowers
Gather seasonal flowers from the garden and use them to create table settings, centerpieces, and unique decorations – for the most beautiful Easter celebration.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Overgrown Landscape Beds: How To Reclaim An Overgrown Garden
Overgrown plants, multiplying perennials, encroaching weeds and blurred garden edges create chaos. Learn the steps on how to reclaim an overgrown garden and bring back your inner peace with the information found in this article.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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11 Invasive Plants You Should Never Buy At The Garden Center
They might tempt you with pretty flowers or unique foliage, but invasive plants should be treated with extreme caution. Learn the most common silent invaders to avoid when visiting the garden center.
By Amy Draiss
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Regional Garden Tasks – Southern Gardening In September
As summer draws to an end, we think of clean-up in the garden and get ready for winter days that are soon to arrive. Plan your September garden chores for the southeast.
By Becca Badgett
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Common Zone 8 Weeds – How To Get Rid Of Weeds In Zone 8
Weeds thrive in a diverse range of growing conditions, especially mild climates like USDA plant hardiness zone 8.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Sustainable Seed Starting Tips: 10 Easy, Eco-Friendly Ideas
Sustainable seed starting is just one way to be a good Earth citizen. Saving seeds and practicing eco-friendly seed starting is easy and fun.
By Amy Grant
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4 Plants You Shouldn’t Prune In Spring: Key Ornamentals To Leave Alone
There are certain plants you shouldn’t prune in spring. It may be tempting to cut them back during your spring cleanup, but you may be sacrificing flowers.
By Teo Spengler