Latest articles by Melanie Griffiths
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I Asked AI to Create a Pruning Calendar – This Prompt Tells Gardeners Exactly How and When to Prune
Struggling to know what to prune and when? I used AI to create a bespoke pruning calendar for my garden – and it takes the guesswork out for beginners.
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The March Edition: Your Month in the Garden
March is one of the most important months in the garden. From pruning to key planting, discover handpicked stories designed to get spring off to a great start.
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How to Grow Carrots – A Complete Guide From Seed to Harvest
Grow your own sweet, crunchy carrots with simple techniques that deliver reliable results season after season.
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If Your Poinsettia Is Still Blooming in February, It’s a Keeper – but You Need to Act Now if You Want Flowers Next Christmas
A poinsettia still blooming in February is a good sign – but skip this key task now, and you can forget about seeing those stunning red bracts again.
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The February Edition: Your Month in the Garden
February in the garden is all about getting ready for the season ahead. Explore our handpicked stories – from early planting ideas to the late-winter jobs that make spring easier.
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10 Bewitching Blue Flowers That Look Almost Unreal – Start Them From Seed This Winter for a Long Summer of Color
Give your garden a head start on summer with rare blue blooms that look almost too vivid to be real – all grown easily from seed indoors in winter.
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Confused About Pruners? These Are the Only 3 Types You Really Need
If every pair of pruners looks the same to you, you’re not alone. This guide explains the three essential types most gardeners need – and when to use each one.
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You Don’t Need Another Feeder – These 6 Easy Ideas Give Backyard Birds a Better Feast
You don’t need more feeders to support backyard birds. From planting choices to lazier routines, these simple ideas provide natural food sources birds love.
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These Breathtaking Blue Blooms Are 2026’s Flower of the Year – and They’re Surprisingly Easy to Grow From Seed
Rare, radiant, and impossibly blue, delphiniums have been named 2026’s Flower of the Year. Discover why they're so special and how to grow them from seed.
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Listen to Your Lawn in Winter – This Telltale Sound Could Stop You Making a Harmful Mistake
Lawn professionals say frozen grass is far more fragile than it looks. If you hear one telltale sound underfoot, it’s time to step away and let your lawn rest.
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The January Edition: Your Month in the Garden
January in the garden is a quieter season, but it’s full of possibilities. Explore our handpicked stories for the month – from what to plant now to jobs that will lighten the load in spring.
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These 7 Gardening Jobs Count as Your 10,000 Steps – and They Transform Your Yard at the Same Time
From digging to pruning, these everyday garden tasks deliver a serious workout while improving your outdoor space – no step counter required.
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My Mother-in-Law’s Strange Houseplant Pest Hack Uses a Common Cough Remedy – and I Was Skeptical Until I Tried It
I thought I’d tried every trick in the book to tackle fungus gnats – until my mother-in-law suggested an old-school remedy that actually makes a lot of sense.
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Are Your Favorite Christmas Songs Stressing Your Houseplants? 10 Holiday Hits That Can Stunt Growth – Plus the Music That Helps
Christmas songs can create more than a festive ambiance – they may also affect how your houseplants grow and cope. Here's what to avoid on your playlist.
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These DIY Seed Ornaments Are Irresistible to Backyard Birds in Winter – Treat Them With This Easy Recipe
These homemade seed ornaments bring birds flocking to your yard all winter long. Here’s the quick recipe every wildlife-loving gardener should know.
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Now Is the Time to Give Your Pruners Some Winter TLC – This Simple Method Gets Them Sharp, Clean, and Ready for Spring
Before you put your garden tools away for the season, a little winter maintenance can make all the difference. This easy cleaning and sharpening routine will keep your pruners performing beautifully next year.
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Turn Your Grocery Store Poinsettia Into a Stunning Holiday Centerpiece With These 5 Easy Ideas – They Take Just Minutes to Arrange
Looking for poinsettia centerpiece ideas you can make fast? These five simple arrangements transform a basic plant into a beautiful holiday focal point.
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Stop Guessing When to Cut Back Dahlias in Winter – My One Simple Rule Makes It Easy
If you’re unsure when to cut back dahlias, you’re not alone. Follow this easy frost rule to ensure strong tubers, healthier plants, and more blooms next summer.
