Why Timing Is Key When Pruning Lavender Plants To Get Blooms That Last
Lavender can be as tricky as it is lovely if you don't know how to handle it. Pruning it isn't so simple, so here's why it's so important to nail the timing.
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What To Know Before Dividing Ferns To Fill In Bare Garden Patches This Fall
Dividing up your ferns means that you can help fill in any bare patches in your garden or lawn. Learn how to do it, and if you should do it in fall or spring.
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Keep Hummingbirds Coming Back As The Weather Cools With One Smart Tip
For some, hummingbird season is short. Others are lucky to see these pollinators all year long. Keep them happy throughout the winter with this clever advice.
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Prevent Soil Erosion With A Fast-Growing Tree You Can Easily Grow In Your Yard
This iconic conifer is especially good at holding soil in place and feels right at home on a hillside or slope. Plus, it will fill in the space pretty fast.
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Why Stink Bugs Are Still A Threat To Your Winter Garden (And What To Do About It)
If you've ever had a stink bug skittering around your home in the winter, you know that they don't just disappear. Winter is a crucial time to thwart them.
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What To Do In The Fall For Bountiful Strawberry Plants In The Spring
Compared to other fruits, strawberry plants are pretty resilient! But if you want to help them survive the winter for the next year, here's how to do it.
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The Main Reason Feathered Friends Are Avoiding Your Garden Bird Bath
If you can't seem to attract songbirds to the pretty bird bath in your garden, there could be one particular reason why. Try this easy fix instead.
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The Unique Perennial You Can Seed In September For Gorgeous Spring Blooms
While we plant veggie and annual seeds right before we want them to grow, perennials sometimes need a little season change. This seed is best planted in fall.
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Why You May Want To Start Putting Aluminum Foil In Your Fruit Trees
After waiting for your apple and peach trees to finally bear fruit, you realize the birds are sharing in your harvest. Aluminum foil might keep them away.
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Don't Throw Out Chipped Coffee Mugs When You Could Be Using Them In The Garden
It's frustrating when your favorite coffee mug gets a chip or small crack in it. However, you can still use the broken cup to DIY this special garden feature.
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The Classic Garden Beauty That Can Tolerate Shady Conditions
It's easy to take the sun for granted as a gardener. When you have to make do with shadier areas, you need all of the shade-tolerant beauty that you can get!
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Attract Pollinators & Birds To The Garden With A Flowering Shrub That Also Provides Privacy
Tiny pollinators are still big eaters, so be sure to pant as many pollinator-friendly flowers as you can. You can even consider using shrubs as a food source.
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Why It's A Good Idea To Avoid Pruning Azaleas In The Fall (And What Time Of Year You Should Be Doing It Instead)
Pruning in fall tends to be the default, but it isn't always the correct time to do it. Based on where you live, your azaleas may need a different window.
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The Creepy Crawly You Don't Want In Your Garden (And How To Keep It Out)
Lots of pests are unwanted, especially around the garden where they can wreak havoc. This particular pest is actually invasive, but you can keep it out.
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How To Successfully Grow Pumpkins For A DIY-Inspired Fall
Fall is here, but don't lose your gourd. Grow your own pumpkin patch so that you can DIY all your fall decor, autumn treats, and carving jack-o'-lanterns.
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Hummingbirds Can't Resist This Tropical Perennial Flower
When we think about attracting hummingbirds, many of us don't consider tropical flowers. But this perennial flower that can double as a houseplant.
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How To Keep Succulents Thriving As Cooler Fall Weather Temperatures Start To Roll In
Succulents seem synonymous with houseplants, but that isn't always the case. Some do quite well outdoors, even when it gets chilly, but others may need help!
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The Fast-Growing Flower That Adds Color And Beauty To A Fall Garden
Mum may be the word, but it isn't the only fall flower. There's an annual flower that is perfect for adding colors other than orange to your pots or beds.
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Why The Tiny Black Bugs On Your Tomato Plants Are A Big Deal (And What To Do About It)
Finding bug damage on your plants isn't fun, but in this case, it is also potentially disastrous. Here's how to keep these tiny black bugs off of your tomatoes.
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DIY A Simple Solution To Get Rid Of Weeds (Without Harming Grass!)
It's tough to keep your lawn weed free without spraying poison, but it isn't impossible. Depending on where you live, this one-ingredient trick may work.
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Keep Hummingbirds Visiting With A Late-Blooming Summer Flower They Love
Migrating is tough on hummingbirds, so help them out in your garden. Adding this late-blooming perennial helps them refuel while giving you a bounty of flowers.
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Trimming Trees In The Fall - A Good Idea Or Harmful For Their Health?
As soon as we see yellow leaves on the ground, it can feel like fall is in full swing. But for trimming trees, it is important to not get too excited too soon.
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Add Color To A Fall Garden With A Vibrant Annual Flower Pollinators Love
Don't forget your pollinator friends this fall! You can plant this pretty annual flower for yourself and for the stragglers who may need a refueling station.
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Why Gardeners Use This Ancient Technique To Grow The Healthiest Crops
To help your garden thrive, you can try looking to the past. Some gardeners use this historic organic method for healthier plants. Does it actually work?
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The Popular Kitchen Herb That Grows Perfectly With Tomatoes
While not all companion planting makes its way out of anecdotal evidence, this perfect pairing actually has science in its corner. And it's a popular plant!
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7 Companion Plants That Thrive Among Sunflowers
Those beautiful sunflowers light up a yard. But they can be picky when it comes to potential companion plants in the garden. Consider these 7 pairing options.
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The Fall-Blooming Flower That Ensures Hummingbirds Will Keep Coming Back To Your Garden
There are so many summer-blooms for hummingbirds, that you'll have more than enough to choose from. But which one keeps their blooms well into the fall?
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