Latest articles by Mary Ellen Ellis
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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.
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Looking For Full Sun Container Plants? Try These Gorgeous Plant Combos And Themes
There are plenty of heat-tolerant plants that thrive in containers – but if you’re stuck for ideas, these full sun container plants and planting ideas will help get you started
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Mulching Strawberries: Create The Ideal Growing Environment For Tasty Summer Berries
Mulching strawberries is crucial for their survival over winter and will help next year's crop be as healthy as possible. Explore best mulch for strawberries.
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Hydrangea Landscape Uses – 5 Beautiful Ideas To Try In Your Yard This Year
Hydrangeas can add a vibrant element to your garden and there are numerous landscape uses for these blooming beauties. Gorgeous hydrangea ideas abound!
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Fashion Azaleas: Your Complete Care Guide For Growing This Beautiful Bloomer
‘Fashion’ is a cultivar of azalea, known for being evergreen and more winter hardy than others. Its pretty salmon flowers persist throughout the growing season.
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Which Invasive Shrubs Should You Avoid Growing? Plus, Best Natives To Plant Instead
Certain plants may look lovely but they can wreak havoc to local areas and native wildlife. Here are the key invasive shrubs to avoid – with recommendations on gorgeous native alternatives to try
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What Not To Plant With Tomatoes: 8 Bad Neighbors That Could Ruin Your Harvest
Not all companion plants are beneficial – some can sabotage your tomatoes. Find out which ones to keep at a safe distance in the garden.
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Do Deer Eat Peonies? How To Keep Them Away And Save Your Gorgeous Blooms
Peonies are not usually favored by deer, but sometimes they go after the young shoots of the plants anyways. Learn how to keep deer away from beautiful blooms.
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Native Hydrangea Varieties In North America – 8 Sensational Smooth And Oakleaf Varieties For Hardy Blooms And Multi-Season Beauty
Hydrangeas are beloved for their enduring visual dynamics – but if you go native, they’re even better. Here are the most captivating native hydrangea varieties you can grow
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Iris Companion Plants: What To Grow With Iris For Vibrant Floral Displays
Get the most out of your garden by choosing the right companion plants for irises. Accentuate and contrast iris blooms for the most attractive garden yet.
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8 Plants That Like Wet Soil And Full Sun – Stunning Picks For Damp, Sun-Soaked Areas
Finding plants that like wet soil and full sun can be a challenge, but there are plenty of varieties thrive in these tough conditions. Here are our favorites.
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7 New & Improved Cultivars Of Old-Fashioned Plants – These Aren’t Your Grandma’s Plants!
Old is new again! These old-fashioned plants have new cultivars that are sure to thrive in your garden and bring the charm factor. Neighbors will be envious!
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Never Plant Seedlings Until They Pass These 3 Simple Tests
Don't be over-eager to transplant seedlings into the garden before they are ready. These quick and easy checks will help ensure flourishing plants.
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Creative Ideas For Plant Containers: 7 Ways To Save Money And Add Charm To A Garden
If you are looking for great ways to add personality to your container gardening – and even save yourself some money – then try these creative ideas for plant containers
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8 Perfect Flowers To Plant With Tomatoes To Boost Yields & Banish Pests
Don’t forget flowers when choosing companion plants for your tomato beds or pots. These pretty, fragrant blooms add beauty but are also highly beneficial.
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Can Snake Plants Live Outside? Everything You Need To Know For Snake Plants Al Fresco
Snake plants can live outside given the right conditions, but be careful that they don't take over! Learn the best way to use snake plants in your landscape.
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My Homemade Orchid Fertilizer Always Brings More Blooms – Here's The Easy Recipe That Transforms Plants
Scientist-turned-gardener Mary Ellen Ellis shares her tried-and-tested DIY orchid fertilizer recipe, plus more ingredients to try for healthy, happy plants.
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How To Grow Geraniums For Bright, Beautiful Blooms All Summer Long
Geraniums have been one of the most popular garden plants for decades. Discover how to keep yours happy and blooming all summer with our complete care guide.
