Latest articles by Mary Ellen Ellis
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What to Do With Lilacs After They Finish Blooming in May – 5 Essential Jobs (and the Mistake That Could Cost You Next Year’s Flowers)What you do straight after flowering determines next year’s display – these simple steps help lilacs recover, stay healthy, and produce more blooms.
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What to Do for Hydrangeas in May for Big Blooms & Strong Summer Growth – 6 Easy Tasks to Do Now Before Shrubs Start FloweringHere’s what you need to do in May to set up hydrangeas for a summer full of stunning blooms and strong, healthy growth.
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Do You Know the Most Aromatic Plants for Every Time of Day? Why You Should Be Planting for Morning, Noon, and Evening FragranceYou may think of fragrant plants as always on, but the truth is some are more potent at certain times of day. If you are looking for a scent-soaked evening patio or a burst of morning balcony freshness, find out which plants are best for you!
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What to Do With Roses in May – 6 Essential Tasks for a Spectacular Display of Blooms That Keep Coming All SummerA few well-timed May jobs can transform your roses – encouraging repeat flowering, stronger growth, and healthier plants through the summer months.
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How to Grow Lilies for Dazzling Summer Blooms That Return Year After YearLilies are one of the most stunning flowers you can plant in your garden. Here's everything you need to know to grow your own.
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Stop Planting These 6 Herbs in the Ground – They Actually Grow Better in Pots for a Bigger Harvest and a More Fragrant PatioFrom improved drainage to easier harvesting, these herbs perform better in pots – making them perfect for patios, balconies, and small spaces.
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Is Your Yard Too Small? These 6 Powerhouse Roses Only Need 2 Feet to ThriveDon't let a small yard stop you. These six mini rose varieties are perfect for pots and patios.
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How to Tell if a Plant is Underwatered: Don't Let Lack of Water Ruin Your Hard Work in the Garden or Kill Your HouseplantsUnderwatering plants can be devastating. Wilting, brown leaf tips, and a lackluster appearance are major warning signs. Don't wait any longer.
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What to Do with a Peace Lily in May – 5 Easy Spring Tasks Will Help It Thrive and Bloom Better Than EverMake sure your peace lily is happy and healthy as it moves into its growing season. Do these five tasks in May for a thriving peace lily.
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Underwhelmed by Your Fragrant Flowers? Scent-Stacking Is the New Garden Trend That Turns Borders Into a Wall of PerfumeTransform your garden into a living perfume blend. Discover how to balance top, middle, and base notes using aromatic herbs, roses, and night-blooming flowers.
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What Your Lavender Really Needs in April for a Dazzling Display – 5 Essential Tasks for the Longest Season of Fragrant Summer BloomsSet your lavender up properly now and it will reward you with more blooms, stronger growth, and a longer-lasting, more fragrant summer display.
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Surprisingly Invasive Herbs – Don’t Let These 6 Delicious Botanicals Take Over Your Yard or Ruin Your GardenInvasive herbs are sneaky. You plant them for their wonderful flavor and then they take over your whole garden. Learn what herbs are invasive and how to control them.
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How to Repot a Peace Lily the Right Way – Doing It Wrong or at the Wrong Time Could Seriously Set Back GrowthLearning how to repot a peace lily the right way and at the right time is vital for growing strong and healthy houseplants. Here's everything you need to know.
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Create a Pebble Tray for Plants – This Affordable and Easy DIY Project Will Keep Houseplants Perfectly HumidifiedA pebble tray for plants is one of the easiest things you can do to improve their health. Don't let houseplants get parched!
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How to Grow a Monstera Houseplant: What You Need to Know for a Stunning Swiss Cheese Plant With Fabulous FoliageMonstera is an extremely popular houseplant for good reason! These tropical beauties add instant drama to any home. Here's how to help yours thrive indoors.
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What to Do with Dahlias in April to Double Your Blooms – These 3 Easy Spring Tricks Help to Give You an Extended Season of Fuller FlowersApril is a make-or-break month for dahlias, and these insider secrets can help you buy more flowering time and multiply your blooms for the ultimate summer borders
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What to Do With Strawberries in April – the Simple Spring Reset for a Summer of Bigger, Sweeter BerriesA few simple jobs now can transform your strawberry crop – boosting fruit size, sweetness, and plant health ahead of the growing season.
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Do This to Your Tomatoes in April for a Massive Harvest – Treat Your Seedlings Well Now and They'll Reward You Big TimeApril is when tomatoes go from teeny seedlings to real plants. Here's exactly what you should be doing to ensure a huge harvest.
