Latest articles by Mary Ellen Ellis
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Heat-Stressed Lawn Care: 5 Tips To Ensure Your Grass Survives The Summer
A lawn in summer heat is usually a brown lawn, but that doesn’t mean it has to be unhealthy or that it can’t rebound. Read on for tips.
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How To Safely Grow Lupines In The Garden Near Edible Plants
Is the tall and lovely lupine edible when planted near vegetables? Maybe not - learn what kind of lupine you’re planting to avoid the toxic varieties.
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Does Your Tree Have Douglas Fir Tussock Moth? How To Tackle This Evergreen Pest
If your gorgeous Douglas fir is looking sickly or defoliated, there’s one pest you’d better check for, and fast! We show you how to tackle the Douglas fir tussock moth
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Are Peonies Poisonous For Cats? How Peony Lovers Can Keep Pets Safe
Cats love plants that are interesting and fragrant, but are peonies poisonous for cats? Put some space between your feline and your peonies to keep them safe.
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7 Plants That Mosquitoes Hate But Butterflies Love – It’s Win, Win
Fill your garden with multitasking plants that ward off pesky mosquitos with their aromatic scent, while attracting precious pollinators with beautiful flowers.
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Maximize A Greenhouse In Summer: Easy Ways To Get More From Indoor Spaces
Greenhouses aren't just for cold weather. Even in summer, your plants will appreciate the protection and optimal growing conditions.
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How To Revive An Orchid: 5 Ways To Bring It Back To Life
Don't give up on your ailing orchid – follow these expert tips to get it thriving and blooming once again.
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7 Low-Maintenance Plants For Front Yards – Boost Curb Appeal with Minimal Effort
Good landscaping is essential for creating curb appeal, but it doesn’t have to require a professional. These plants provide great visuals with little maintenance.
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Vinegar For Garden Use: Making Homemade Vinegar Rooting Hormone
Using apple cider vinegar as a rooting hormone is a safe and natural way to weaken the outer coating of seeds, making for faster germination.
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When Do Peonies Bloom And For How Long? Identify When Peonies Are In Season
We are delighted when peonies are in season. Watching their buds explode into large, blousy flowers and fill the garden with color is a special time of year.
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Cottage Garden Plants For Shade: Add Whimsy To Quiet Corners
A sunny garden often has shady corners. If you’re looking for cottage garden plants for shade, there are some beauties that will thrive in those spots.
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Fancy A Bolder Homegrown Brew? Try These 6 Unusual Plants For Making Tea
It’s exciting to try some unusual plants for making tea. Enjoy these unusual tea flavors, and try some for their medicinal qualities.
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Petunias: Complete Plant Care And Growing Guide
With loads of trumpet or funnel-shaped blooms, prolific petunias are a favorite bedding plant due to their low-maintenance nature and cheerful colors.
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7 Evergreen Climbing Vines – For Surfaces That Look Good Year-Round
Grow beautiful climbing vines to make a feature of walls, fences, and pergolas. This selection of evergreen climbing plants will add interest to every season.
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How To Grow Jasmine On A Trellis: Tips For Training Jasmine
If you grow this fragrant vine, train it to grow on a jasmine trellis to keep it happy, healthy and doing what it does best - climbing and blooming.
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How To Grow And Care For Dusty Miller In The Garden
Dusty miller has silvery-gray foliage that’s wooly and soft, and adds a lacy, distinctive touch to any bed, border or garden.
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7 Best Trailing Plants For Hanging Baskets – Create A Delightful Summer Display
Hanging baskets are a staple of the summer patio. Use these plants to create trailing masterpieces that add beauty and elegance to your outdoor space.
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Old-Fashioned Flowers And Plants That Will Transport You To Another Time
Fancy bringing some old world beauty and elegance to your space? These nine old-fashioned flowers can help you add a touch of nostalgia and romance
