Latest articles by Janey Goulding
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Grow These 9 Plants Near Your Bird Bath – For Year Round Color & Support for Birdy FriendsYou can greatly increase the chances of enjoying birdy activity in your garden by planting the right flowers, plants and shrubs – here are 9 key bird bath plants to grow
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8 Edible Plants For Pickling, Preserves, Gins & Jams – For The Ultimate Homegrown Fall FlavorLucky enough to have harvested a glut of crops, and struggling to eat it all before it goes off? Here are the most versatile edible plants for pickling, preserves, gins and jams
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The Great Hummingbird Migration Is Here – Discover 5 Key Ways to Help Them On Their 4,000-Mile JourneyFrom late August, intrepid hummingbirds will travel from Alaska to Mexico. Find out how you can support migrating hummingbirds on their fascinating journey
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Japanese Maple Leaves Turning Brown? Here Are 4 Reasons Why – And What You Can Do To HelpWhile some ornamentals flourish in summer, others can get sulky. Japanese maple leaves turning brown is a sign something is wrong – here's why your acer is off color
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10 Flowers That Bloom In August To Glam Up Your Garden With Late Summer Razzle DazzleLate summer is no time to rest on your laurels! You still have time to boost your display of ornamental delights with these 10 epic flowers that bloom in August
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What Is The 8-8-8 Lavender Rule? Find Out Why This One Simple Pruning Tip Can Help Rejuvenate Your LavenderOne of the most satisfying summer pruning jobs involves getting your lavender in shape – so if you care about doing it right this summer, the 8-8-8 lavender rule is well worth a try
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Choose These Vegetables To Plant In August – Enjoy Quick Fall Harvests And Get The Jump On Cool-Weather CropsLate summer can feel tight in terms of knowing what to grow next. To guarantee you enjoy tasty crops both in fall and in cooler weather, these are the 8 vegetables to plant in August
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Don’t Deadhead These 3 Plants If You Want To Help Migrating Hummingbirds In Late SummerIf you want to nourish and sustain migrating hummingbirds in late summer and fall, don’t deadhead these 3 plants – help to provide a special food source for hummers in transit
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Chop, Chop! These Are The 7 Flowering Plants You Should Cut Back In August For a Fabulous Late Summer Flush of BloomsCool cuts in the height of summer can guarantee another dazzling rush of color. Here are 7 plants to cut back in August to get beds and borders ablaze with fresh blooming frenzy
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How To Use Neem Oil On Plants: 3 Great Uses As A Garden Buddy, Plant Rescue & Pest Blaster – Why Neem Work Makes The Dream Work!Ever heard of neem’s magic powers and wondered how it can help you in the garden? Here’s how to use neem oil on plants and how to get the best from neem to tackle pests
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Trailblazing Trailing Plants That Really Pop! Try These 8 Cascading Plants For Spillers, Containers, Walls, Rockeries and BalconiesAfter a memorable trailing plant for a hanging basket or large container display or something to spill over a rockery or garden bed? Try these dynamic cascading plants
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7 Plants That Like Coffee Grounds: Perk Up These Key Plants & Shrubs With A Cup Of Joe – Plus, Why They Enjoy The Caffeine BoostYou’re not the only one who can benefit from a shot of caffeine! Meet the 7 plants that like coffee grounds and find out why (and how) they can benefit from the added caffeine boost
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Put Copper Pennies In Your Bird Bath: How To Clean A Bird Bath With This Simple Hack, And Why It Can Help Your Bird GardenKnowing how to clean a bird bath is crucial all year long, so If you haven’t tried this cheap and cheerful cleaning hack, it’s time to put that copper penny in your pocket to good use
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8 Plants To Propagate In July – Grow Next Year’s Garden Favorites With These Summer CuttingsSummer is a great time to make cuttings of your favorite plants if you want identical plants that are strong and healthy. Here are the essential plants to propagate in July
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Shade Plant Superstars for Lazy Gardeners – Grow These 5 Shade Plants That Thrive On Neglect For No-Fuss Backyard BeautyIf you’re stretched for time and short on sunny garden spots, make sure you grow some of these shade plants that thrive on neglect. Guaranteed to brighten your day the easy way!
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Unexpected Plant Color Combinations – Try These 4 Unusual Color Pairings To Rejuvenate Your Garden DesignCertain combinations of color can transform an everyday planting idea into a visual feast. Here are 4 unexpected plant color combinations to shake up your landscape
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Try These 4 Uses For Orange Peels In The Garden & Transform Fruit Scraps Into Plant Pick-Me-UpsDon’t bin the remains from your orange harvests – you’d be amazed at what you can do with orange peels in the garden, as we reveal some novel and surprisingly effective tips
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Grow A Privacy Screen That Smells Amazing: 6 Fragrant Plant Options For Privacy Screens To Bring Sanctuary To Patios and BalconiesIf you want to grow plants to boost privacy and security levels in your growing space, try these fragrant plant options for privacy screens that look and smell divine
