Latest articles by Mary Ellen Ellis
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8 Plants to Prune in October So They Bounce Back Beautifully in the Spring
Pruning in October? These are the plants to focus on if you want to keep them looking their best...
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6 Flowers to Plant Over Bulbs in Pots: Create Colorful, Long-Lasting Displays with Ease
Top off your container bulbs with these gorgeous annual flowers, which will fill out containers and ensure displays transition through the seasons in style.
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Slow It Down: The Lazy Gardener’s Guide to Fall Cleanup Will Benefit You, Your Garden, and Local Wildlife
Chill out and leave some of those fall cleanup tasks off of your to-do list this year. Find out how taking a break is beneficial to your garden.
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Dynamic Fall Hanging Baskets – 7 Plants and Plant Combos for Spectacular Vertical Displays
Hanging baskets can bring color and drama to the autumn season. Try these fabulous plant ideas and combinations for memorable fall hanging baskets that light up your fall garden
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6 Herbs to Harvest and Dry Before Frost Hits
Harvest and dry these 6 tender herbs in early fall before the cold takes them.
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10 Plants You Should Never Grow Near Hydrangeas – These Problematic Species Could Jeopardize Your Hydrangea's Health
If your hydrangeas are struggling to stay alive, one of these problem plants may be the cause. Find out which species you should never grow near hydrangeas.
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Collect & Save These 7 Flower Seeds Now for a Stunning Garden Come Next Spring
It's easy and fun to collect and save seeds in the autumn and it will ensure you have a gorgeous garden next year. Learn which seeds are the best to harvest.
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7 Ornamental Grasses for Stunning Fall Color and Lasting Beauty All Year Round
Beautiful autumn foliage isn't limited to trees. Plant these ornamental grasses for fabulous fall color and year-round appeal.
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5 Plants That Give Garden Soil a Boost After Summer – These Cover Crops Nourish Soil and Perk Up Future Plants
If your soil is looking parched, weatherbeaten or depleted after high summer, these are some of the best cover crops to rejuvenate your ground ahead of the next round of planting
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7 Fall Front Yard Show-Stoppers to Boost Your Curb Appeal – These Plants Will Make Your Landscape Shine All Autumn Long
There's no excuse for a drab fall landscape when you can grow one of these show-stopping plants! Find out which varieties will give your garden a boost.
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7 Fall Lawn Care Tasks To Prioritize Before Winter – Plus When To Make The Last Cut
Put your yard to bed with these 7 fall lawn care tasks, including the final mow of the season.
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4 Reasons You Should Never Leave Water in Your Watering Can – Plus, How to Treat Yours Right
A watering can is so much a part of your garden, it’s easy to forget you need to take care of it. Here’s why you shouldn’t leave water in a watering can
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Do These 5 Essential September Lawn Care Tasks Before It's Too Late
Don't let the end of summer slip away! Do these 5 simple things to your lawn before the cold hits.
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Grow A Shade Fern Garden: 6 Ways To A Fern-Based Sanctuary For Texture & Tranquility
Lovers of ferns can make dynamic growing spaces even in gloomy and sun-starved spaces – here’s how to create the perfect shade fern garden
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Expert Reveals Her Top Tips for Transplanting Peonies With Ease – Plus, Why September is the Perfect Time to Move Plants
Peonies don't like being moved. But if you do it right, they can thrive in a new location. Here are my top tips for a smooth move why you should do it now.
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8 Of The Best Thriller Plants for Fall Containers – Revamp A Classic Planting Recipe With These Seasonal Showstoppers For Autumn
If you want to create dazzling autumn containers, the ‘thriller filler spiller’ combo is a great recipe for success. Here are the best thriller plants for fall pots and planters
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Struggling to Get Rid of Moss in Your Lawn? Here's What I Learned About Growing a Moss-Free Yard That I Wish Knew Years Ago
The secret to a moss-free lawn is balance. Here's how I learned to strike the perfect equilibrium in my yard—and you can, too!
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End-of-Summer Container Care: How to Winterize and Replant Pots for Year-Round Beauty
Give faded summer pots a second act with smart tips on cleaning or storing, or overwintering and planting to keep them looking good through the colder months.
