How To Identify Root Rot, According To The Old Farmer's Almanac
We've all heard of the dreaded root rot, but short of X-ray vision, how can you tell that your container plant has it? Plus, here's how to possibly reverse it.
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Friend Or Foe? How To Identify 13 Common Backyard Snakes
While you may not be keen to befriend any snake you find in your garden, being able to identify which are venomous and which are harmless can keep you safe.
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Don't Toss Old Egg Cartons When You Could Be Using Them For Your Plants
This DIY invites you to use your breakfast leftovers in the garden this spring. Even a plastic egg carton can be a useful tool when it comes to your plants.
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Why Snakes Are Actually Good For Your Garden
While it's tempting to put up a "no snakes" sign in your yard, if you want a naturally healthy garden, you might want to roll out the welcome mat instead.
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The Best Time To Plant This Popular Vegetable, According To The Old Farmer's Almanac
Planting this intimidating veggie, commonly used in dips, comes down to the climate and the form you're planting, but The Old Farmer's Almanac has guidance.
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Skip The Seedling: The Popular Vegetable You Can Grow From Kitchen Leftovers
Hidden in your cupboard is likely a treasure trove to grow a garden staple. Once you know how to grow this tasty veggie, you'll never have to buy it again.
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9 Clever Ways To Reuse Old Potting Soil In Your Garden For Less Waste
When it's time to repot your plants, you don't have to toss out the old potting soil. This list is full of ways to give it a second life in the garden.
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The Best Time Of Year To Fertilize Hydrangea Plants For Beautiful Spring Blooms
When to fertilize your hydrangea plants will largely depend on what kinds you have. You'll need to add the amendments for spring blooms at the right time.
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The Best Time Of Year To Propagate And Graft Fruit Trees
When it comes to starting your home orchard, you'll need to get the timing down. Here's the typical timeframe that many regions are looking at to graft trees.
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The Ideal Patio Tree For Its Shady Benefits And Fruit Supply
This tropical fruit tree makes a wonderful addition to your patio as it offers shade from the sun. It can also be overwintered indoors in colder regions.
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5 Fruit Trees You May Want To Avoid Growing, And 5 Better Alternatives To Try Instead
Fruit trees in your yard are a healthy flex, but not if you plant the wrong ones. Find out which fruit trees to avoid and substitutes to go for instead.
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The Garden Feature That Can Attract Birds Without Relying On A Messy Feeder
You don't need messy seeds (or milkshakes) to bring all the birds to your yard. This cozy feature is often overlooked but is perfect for birds in the cold.
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13 Varieties Of Poisonous Plants The Old Farmer's Almanac Can Help You Identify
Do you know which plants are poisonous? There are toxic flowers and vines that you may want to avoid. The Old Farmer's Almanac may help you identify them.
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Could You Be Fined When Shoveling Snow Out Of The Yard And Into The Road?
When a mountain of snow gets dumped onto your property, it can be tempting to push it back into the road, but that's a dangerous and potentially costly idea.
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10 Plants To Stay Away From Using In The Garden And Why
These plants were beloved ... once. Now, they're mostly considered a nuisance. Here are 10 vines, shrubs, trees, grasses, and flowers to avoid in your garden.
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7 Flowers The Old Farmer's Almanac Suggests Growing From Seed For A Gorgeous Garden
Cut flower gardens seem intimidating, but resources like The Old Farmer's Almanac simplify the process. Check out these flowers that are easy to grow from seed.
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Top Gardening Trends You Need To Know For 2026
These 2026 garden trends are all driven by highlighting personal taste color palette-wise or the values you have for your space, with a wide range of choices.
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The Simple Hummingbird Feeder Addition That Can Help Deter Wasps
You're trying to attract pollinators to your yard... just not every pollinator. If wasps are taking over your feeder, one small accessory might help deter them.
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11 Whimsical Plants That Deserve A Home In Your Backyard Fairy Garden
There are endless ways to make a fairy garden, including designing a piece of your garden around the scene. These plants add a bit of whimsy to your project.
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Manage Excess Water In Your Yard With A Gorgeous Tree That Will Drink It Up
When your yard seems to hold onto water, it isn't cheap or easy to add the infrastructure to get rid of the puddles. This water-loving tree could be a solution.
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How To Keep Birds Visiting The Garden Without Relying On Seeds
Just because you love the birds in your backyard, doesn't mean you love the messy feeders. Try attracting them to your yard with another coveted resource.
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How To Stake Your Pothos For A Healthier Houseplant
If you're dreaming of healthy pothos vines, here are some tips for successfully adding a stake without harming the roots or creating a dry home for them.
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9 Flower Varieties With The Best Curb Appeal For A Stunning Landscape
No matter your audience, planting flowers in your front yard is sure to leave a great first impression. From bulbs to natives, these 9 flowers leave an impact.
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How To Establish The Fast-Growing Neem Tree For Shade In Your Yard
While most gardeners know about neem oil, many don't know that it comes from a tree that happens to be great for shade... if you have the right conditions.
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The Beneficial Garden Shrub You Can Propagate From Cuttings In Winter
We all know that the garden budget can disappear in the blink of an eye, but this shrub and its tasty fruit can be multiplied from cuttings, saving you a ton.
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8 Delicate Bulbs That Need Special Care Over Cold Winters
While some bulbs thrive when overwintered in the ground, some can't take the cold. These bulbs, corms, and rhizomes need some extra care from you to survive.
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How To Propagate Roses From Cuttings In Winter For More Plants In The Spring
Winter can be a sadly bloomless time for roses, but you can still taking cuttings to propagate them while they're dormant. It takes time, but it's worth it.
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