Latest articles by Amy Draiss
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Why Does Your Lawn Look Like It’s Spitting? What to Do if You See Bubbles in the BackyardWhat are those pops of foam on the grass, and what causes them? Meet the lawn resident that lives in a bubble bath, and find out what to do if you spot foamy eruptions
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Growing Bell Peppers in Containers for Months of Colorful, Easy Flavor in Small SpacesGrowing bell peppers in containers is easier than you think, and oh so rewarding. Here is how to get rainbow results and crunchy bell harvests even in tiny spaces
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Meet the Blueberry Bee – The Specialist Pollinator That Works Harder Than the HoneybeesThere’s a native superbee that’s evolved specifically to make your blueberry muffins happen – and it’s not the honeybee. It’s time to meet the blueberry bee
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I Used AI to Choose the Best Plants for My Soil Type – And Here’s How Useful It Really WasIf you’re trying to figure out which plants are best for specific areas of your garden this year, AI can pull together a plant list faster than any reference book. But how accurate and reliable are its findings?
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I Swapped My Hand Shears for Electric Pruners, and It Completely Changed How I Prune My HydrangeasIf you have lots of woody shrubs your garden, suffer from joint pain or arthritis, or just want to save time and effort, these power pruners are perfect for you!
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What Herbs Can Be Planted Together In Containers? Delicious Combinations For Fresh Flavor in Gardens of Any SizeWondering what herbs can be planted together in pots for your porch or patio? Our experts share their favorite herb mixes for a flavor-packed container garden.
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How to Propagate Aloe Vera: Rooting Leaves and Planting Pups for an Infinite Number of PlantsPropagating aloe vera is a fun and easy way to create more plants for free. There are three ways to propagate aloe so let's dig in!
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I Always Use These 2 Kitchen Scraps for the Best Hydrangeas – This Dynamic Duo is the Secret to the Ultimate Summer BloomsCaring for hydrangeas can sometimes feel like a complex balancing act – but there’s a dream combo for hydrangea care lurking in the bin. Discover how a power couple of kitchen scraps can prevent the dreaded summer flop and rejuvenate your shrubs
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Is Your Soil Ready for Planting? Try the 5-Second Squeeze Test To Find OutThe secret to successful gardening is literally in your hands. This easy-squeezy test helps to determine soil moisture so you can keep this year’s plants happy and healthy
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How to Grow Basil: a Complete Care Guide for Deliciously Fresh Homegrown BasilLearning how to grow basil is simple and fun! This easy-care herb deserves a spot in every garden. Here's how to care for it in yours.
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8 Hard to Kill Houseplants Even the Most Neglectful Plant Parents Can Grow With EaseIf you struggle to keep any indoor plants alive, it's time to try one of these hard to kill houseplants. Even the blackest thumbs can't hurt them!
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Why Your Peace Lily Needs This Botanical Boost in March – for Lusher Leaves and Longer-Lasting BloomsMarch is the ultimate wake-up call for a peace lily. If yours is looking a little winter-weary, this simple botanical kitchen infusion is the gentle restorative she needs to start blooming again
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Don't Use Eggshells in the Garden Unless You Add This Simple Ingredient First – It Helps Plants Access CalciumAre you using eggshells in garden soil the right way? There’s a simple ingredient you need to add first to unlock the goodness. This five-minute secret turns kitchen scraps into gold
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My Peat-Free Seed-Starting Mix is Cheaper to Make and More Sustainable – Here’s My Go-To RecipePeat moss has been the seed-starting standard for decades, but it comes at a real environmental cost. This simple three-ingredient mix saves money and saves the planet – and your seed starts will love it
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Is Birdseed Bad for Dogs? The 4 Surprising Bird Feed Ingredients That Can Be Harmful to PetsIf you're a bird lover with a curious pooch, you might not realize your bird food could be hiding problems. Is birdseed bad for dogs? Here's why your bird food could be hiding a toxic secret
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Using Fungicide for Plants – When and How to Safely Use This Treatment in the GardenWhen using fungicides in your garden it is important to first determine if your plant actually needs a fungicide. Learn to safely use fungicides.
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How to Grow Rosemary for a Flavorful and Ornamental Addition to Your GardenGrowing rosemary plants can bring fresh, aromatic flavor to your favorite dish or visual appeal as a gorgeous groundcover in a Mediterranean-inspired garden.
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Herbs That Grow in Water – 7 Fuss-Free Kitchen Staples You Can Cultivate in a GlassNot only can you grow these herbs easily from cuttings, you can grow them in a glass. Discover 7 great herbs that grow in water for an easy, soil-free kitchen garden. Just add sunlight!
