Latest articles by Mary Ellen Ellis
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Coneflower Companion Plants: What To Grow With Echinacea For Stunning Ornamentals
Coneflowers are captable of memorable ornamental displays, especially if grown in drifts – but if you want to increase their impact, try some of these pretty coneflower companion plants
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7 Plants Wasps Hate But Bees Adore – For A Pollinator Garden That's Buzzing, Not Bothered
Create a bee-friendly, wasp-free garden with these smart planting choices that keep pests at bay while nurturing precious pollinators.
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8 Plants You Should Always Prune In June – Or Risk Ruining Summer Growth
Timing is everything when pruning. Trim these key plants now to boost growth, prevent disease, and keep your garden thriving through summer.
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Is June Too Late To Plant Tomatoes? Not If You Follow These 5 Tips For A Last-Minute Crop
Grow a delicious late-season tomato crop with our expert tips on choosing the fastest-growing varieties and creating the best growing conditions.
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8 Vegetables You Can Still Plant In June For A Late Summer And Fall Harvest
Planting time for high summer harvests has passed, but there are still many vegetables you can plant in your garden in June, for organic produce well into fall.
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Grow The Sweetest Strawberry Fruits: Try These 6 Top Tips For Luscious Berry Goodness!
Why are some strawberry fruit sweet and what makes strawberries taste sour? Most causes of sour strawberries can be attributed to less than ideal growing conditions. Learn more about that here.
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9 Must-Sow Flower Seeds For June That Bloom Fast And Keep Your Garden Bursting With Color All Summer Long
Add impact to beds, borders, and containers with these easy, fast-growing flowers that grow beautifully from seed – just in time for a dazzling summer display.
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Orange Star Plant Care Guide: How To Grow Striking Citrus-Colored Blooms Indoors Or Out
The orange star plant adds a bright, beautiful burst of color to interiors and garden beds alike. Learn everything you need to know to grow one yourself.
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DIY Anti-Bug Compost Spray Recipes: Natural Solutions To Keep Pests Out Of Your Bin
Tired of finding pests in your compost? Try these simple, natural spray solutions to keep bugs at bay without hurting beneficial insects or microbes.
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7 Climbing Roses That Bloom All Summer – For Lasting Beauty & Fragrance
Discover glorious long-blooming climbing roses that will fill your garden with color, charm, and scent season after season.
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How To Use Eggshells On Tomato Plants: The Secret To Bigger Yields & Preventing Disease
Stop throwing away eggshells! Instead of wasting them, use them to improve the health of your tomato plants, prevent blossom end rot, and boost yields.
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Grow Limelight Hydrangea Shrubs For Green Themed Displays And Brilliant Borders
If you're a panicle hydrangea lover in search of flamboyant, long-lasting florals, knowing how to grow Limelight hydrangea shrubs will ensure gorgeous green blooms
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My DIY Orchid Potting Mix Boosts Blooms & Saves Money – Here's The Easy Recipe That Can Be Tailored To Any Species
Forget overpriced store mixes – this DIY orchid potting medium improves drainage, supports strong roots, and encourages maximum flowering.
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Low-Maintenance Flowering Bushes And Shrubs That Will Add Value To Any Property
These easy-growing flowering bushes are sure to add curb appeal and make your neighbors jealous. Try out these favorites and sit back and relax!
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Low-Maintenance Shrubs – Foolproof Landscaping Ideas For Busy Gardeners
Having a beautifully landscaped yard doesn't have to mean all work and no play! Check out these low-maintenance shrubs that will look great and feel easy.
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Guide To Pruning Oakleaf Hydrangeas: How & When To Cut Back Bushes So You Don’t Lose Any Blooms
Pruning oakleaf hydrangeas is simple, but for the best blooms and the healthiest plants it's vital to follow a few rules. Learn how and when to prune properly.
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Low Maintenance Patio Plants For Containers: 12 Easiest Potted Plants For Terraces, Patios & Decks
Do you have a patio, deck or courtyard, and want low maintenance containers that deliver instant garden wins? Here are 12 of the easiest potted plants for patios
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How To Climb Roses Up The Walls Of Your House For A Glorious Floral Display – Plus The Best Varieties To Grow
Training climbing and rambling roses to grow against your home's facade makes a stunning natural feature and boosts curb appeal. Discover how to get it right.
