Latest articles by Amy Grant
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What Do You Do If You See A Chrysalis In Your Yard? How To Move A Chrysalis Or Cocoon – And When To Leave It AloneIf you see a chrysalis in a precarious part of the garden, what do you do? Here we explain when and how to move a chrysalis to ensure your winged guest emerges safely
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Hummingbirds Can’t Get Enough Of These 6 Low-Maintenance Perennials – And Lazy Gardeners Love Them, Too!Hummingbirds can't resist these 6 stunning plants—and neither can gardeners! Discover the best low-maintenance perennials that attract hummingbirds.
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8 Fantastic Container Vegetable Combinations For Better Produce In Small Spaces, According To Expert Gardener & Former ChefThese container veggie combinations will boost your produce. Each plant will help the others grow and help you save space. Try out these tasty combos.
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Where To Plant Hydrangeas So They Thrive For Years – Plus, The Best Types For Tough SpotsDeciding where to plant hydrangeas can mean the difference between long-lasting shrubs and struggling plants. Learn where to plant them for the best results.
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I’ve Been A Professional Gardener For Over 30 Years And These Are The 8 Must-Have Outdoor Annual Plants I Believe Every Garden NeedsFilling a garden with annuals is a pleasure that is constantly evolving and full of surprises – but there are some outdoor annual plants every garden should have, every year
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Worried About Weeds? Meet 8 Common Types Of Weeds – Plus, How To Get Rid Of ThemAre you constantly waging a war on weeds and struggling to distinguish one from another? Here’s a guide to the most common types of weeds and how to fight them
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When To Plant Hydrangeas For The Healthiest Plants & Best Blooms – Plus, The Worst Time To Plant ShrubsTiming is everything—that includes when to plant hydrangeas. Find out the best to plant shrubs. Plus, the one time you should never try to plant them.
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This Clever Grapefruit Trap Keeps Slugs Away Naturally – and Costs Almost NothingSlugs can easily destroy all your hard work in the garden. Try this grapefruit slug trap trick to keep the slimy mollusks at bay!
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Do Tomatoes Need Protection From Excessive Heat? Find Out 4 Ways To Protect Tomatoes In A Heatwave & Keep Plants HealthyTomatoes may flourish in sunshine, but be careful not to give them too much of a good thing. Do tomatoes need protection from excessive heat? Absolutely – and here’s how
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How Often To Water Hydrangeas And Top Hydration Tips From A Gardening ExpertThey are water lovers, but how often do you water hydrangeas? Learn the best advice to help keep your hydrangeas well-hydrated and looking lush.
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How To Deadhead Daisies For Cheery Blooms That Last All Summer LongShasta daisies are great additions to your perennial garden, but how do you deadhead daisies for the best blooms? Learn the right way to maintain your daisies.
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5 Plants That Repel Tomato Hornworms – And Attract Their Beneficial PredatorsKeep pests away naturally with these 5 plants that repel tomato hornworms. Plus, discover 3 plant combinations to attract insects that prey on pesky pests.
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Are Hydrangeas Poisonous To Cats? How To Keep Kitties Safe Around These Common FlowersThere are so many gorgeous varieties of hydrangea to add showy color to your garden, but are hydrangeas poisonous to your cats? Learn more to keep kitty safe.
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Do You Have Deformed Cucumbers? Here’s Why & How To Prevent Kooky Looking CukesCucumbers are great veggies to grow in your garden, but what happens if you have deformed cucumbers? Are they ok to eat? Learn how to prevent misshapen cukes.
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Don’t Touch Without Gloves! 8 Poisonous Weeds You Should Not Remove Bare-HandedWhile weed spotting is usually geared towards pulling them out quickly, there are exceptions. Check out these poisonous weeds and noxious plants – and grab your best gloves!
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Best Climbing Roses For Every Garden: 12 Stunning Varieties For Pergolas, Arches & WallsDiscover the best climbing roses to plant in your garden to ensure a long summer of glorious blooms.
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How To Grow Cucumbers: The Ultimate Care & Growing GuideCucumbers are a refreshing and healthy vegetable that are rewarding to grow and are a great addition to any vegetable garden. Learn how to grow cucumbers here.
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Does Fertilizer Go Bad? How To Make Plant Food Last Longer & Dispose Of It SafelyPlant food can help boost your garden's yields, but do fertilizers go bad? To prevent them from expiring, learn how to store fertilizers properly.
