Latest articles by Mary Ellen Ellis
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Cutting These 3 Shrubs Back to a Stump in February Delivers Stunning Summer Color – This Tough Love Trick Really WorksIt might feel like garden sabotage, but giving these three summer flowering shrubs the chop now is the kindest thing you can do. Here’s the secret to dazzling summer color
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Is Your Garlic On Track? Don’t Skip this February Trick for Massive Summer BulbsThe clock is ticking on the most important feeding of the year! Your garlic is about to wake up hungry. Discover how a late winter energy drink can help you cultivate massive, juicy cloves by summer
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6 Underrated Shrubs That Deserve a Spot in Your GardenStop overlooking these stunning, but underrated shrubs! It's time to plant one (or more) of these beautiful bushes for a unique addition to your garden.
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African Violet Care Made Easy: Your Complete Guide for Sweet Year-Round BloomsAfrican violets are beautiful plants that can bloom year-round and live for decades with proper care and attention. Get healthy plants with vibrant blooms.
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Should You Use Coffee Grounds Instead of De-Icing Salt? Here's When it WorksIs there any truth to the internet hack of using coffee grounds on icy walkways? Our scientist-turned-garden expert explains.
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Move Over, Roses! These 7 Underrated Plants Are Just as Romantic for Valentine’s DayThe special person in your life deserves a plant that's just as unique as they are. Give them one of these unexpected plants instead of the same old red roses.
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Decoding Michigan Growing Zones: What Michiganders Need to Know for a Stunning Four-Season GardenMichiganders, listen up! Here's everything you need to know about Michigan growing zones for a gorgeous, thriving garden.
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Don't Clear Garden Leaves Yet! Wait for this Exact Moment to Get Maximum Benefits for Plants and WildlifeResist the urge to rake too soon ahead of spring. Discover why holding onto those fallen leaves for a few more weeks is the secret to a high-bloom, low-pest garden – and make sure you know the magic number that tells you it's safe to start
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Fertilize Grass With Coffee Grounds? Lawn Care Secret That Actually Works – Here's How to Do ItCoffee grounds can give your lawn a fantastic boost. Learn how and when to apply your spent grounds and why this trick works.
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February Is the Key Pruning Window for These 10 Plants – Make the Cut Now Before Dormancy BreaksFebruary is the prime time to do some necessary pruning. Find out which plants will benefit most from a late winter trim this month.
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Don’t Throw Away Your Wine Corks! 8 Inspired Ways to Give Them a Second Life in Your YardEver 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 KnowCompanion 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 InfestationsThey 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 PlantsGrowing 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 LongKeep 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 WhyThose stunted, scarred and weirdly shaped vegetables may actually make you healthier, according to science.
