Latest articles by Mary Ellen Ellis
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Don’t Throw Away Your Wine Corks! 8 Inspired Ways to Give Them a Second Life in Your Yard
Ever wondered if the secret to a happier garden might be innocently sitting in your wine rack? Here’s how to recycle wine corks around your yard with these resourceful sustainable tips
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Gardeners Are Using This DIY Terracotta Pot Hack to Heat Their Greenhouses – But Does It Actually Work?
The viral clay pot heater hack is taking the internet and greenhouses by storm, but does this DIY trick really work? A scientist turned gardener weighs in.
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Ultimate Guide to Companion Planting in the Vegetable Garden: Everything You Need to Know
Companion planting is a fun and easy way to reap extra benefits in your garden. Learn everything you need to know to get started and the best pairings to try.
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How to Get Rid of Mealybugs Indoors – 5 Easy Organic Controls to Zap Houseplant Infestations
They may look like bits of fluff, but mealybugs are a major problem for indoor plants. If you see them, use these 5 expert-backed organic methods to curb infestations and keep plants thriving
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4 Unique Houseplant Pairings That Just Work – Grow These Gorgeous Varieties Together for Happier Plants
Growing the right houseplants together can help them thrive and can create an even more beautiful display! Here are four of the best pairings to try.
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How to Prune Hibiscus for an Explosion of Exotic Blooms All Summer Long
Keep this tropical beauty healthy by pruning hibiscus the right way. Learn how and when to prune hibiscus plants to keep them vibrant.
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Can You Really Eat Aloe Vera? These 4 Tasty Recipes Say Yes!
It's not just for sunburns! Learn how to safely identify, prepare, and enjoy aloe vera with these 4 tasty recipes.
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Studies Say Ugly Vegetables Are Actually Better for You – Here's Why
Those stunted, scarred and weirdly shaped vegetables may actually make you healthier, according to science.
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You're Probably Watering Your Tulips Too Much – Here's How Often to Give Them a Drink for Beautiful Blooms Every Spring
Tulips are easy to grow, but improper watering can jeopardize bulbs. Find out how often to water tulips for gorgeous blooms that return year after year.
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It’s So Important to Prune These 12 Plants in January – Do It Before Winter’s End to Ensure a Healthy Summer Garden
Discover which plants to prune in the dead of winter to help your garden shape up for a glorious spring and summer.
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These 7 Quick Winter Garden Jobs Will Save You 40 Hours in Spring – Even If It’s Freezing Outside
Winter might feel like downtime, but it’s the ideal season to tackle a few key garden tasks. Do these now and shave days off your spring to-do list.
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The 7 Most Common Animal Pests Wreaking Havoc in Your Garden – and How to Keep Them Out
Don't let pest animals destroy all your hard work. Learn which of these common animal pests are ruining your garden and how to keep them at bay.
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I Added These 7 Colorful Houseplants to My Home – and Winter Instantly Felt Brighter
Beat the winter blues with one of these colorful houseplants! I share my favorite picks for a bright and cheery indoor garden this winter.
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What Your ZZ Plant’s Leaves Are Trying to Tell You – and How to Fix Common Problems
Don't let disease or care mistakes kill your ZZ plant! Yellow leaves, brown leaves, and leaf spots are signs of underlying problems that can be fixed.
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This Easy Rhubarb Forcing Hack Gives You an Early Crop Every Year – and Costs Almost Nothing to Do
Rhubarb lovers are always craving that next fix, so any way of speeding up the harvesting process needs to be embraced! Here’s how to enjoy easy forced rhubarb for sweeter, scrummier stalks
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These 8 Heaven-Scented Evergreen Plants Add Fresh Fragrance and Beauty to Winter Gardens
Winter can be dull, but your garden doesn't have to be! Here are 8 great evergreens that stay green AND fragrant all the way to spring.
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Winter Is the Most Important Time to Clean Houseplant Leaves – My Homemade Spray Makes Them Shine and Also Repels Pests
Leaf cleaning matters more in winter. Try my simple, homemade leaf shine spray for healthier, more attractive houseplants.
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Want Showstopper Trees? Grow these 7 Unique Beauties for Dramatic Bark Tone and Texture to Add Some Winter Wow
Think bark is boring? These 7 breathtaking trees prove otherwise, offering extraordinary textures, bold color and instant character that turn even winter into a showpiece
