Latest articles by Teo Spengler
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7 Spring-Flowering Bulbs I Plant Every Fall for a Sensational Display That Lasts for Months
Trained horticulturist and master gardener Teo Spengler relies on these spring garden stalwarts to shine in beds, borders, and container displays.
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Divide These 8 Perennials in September for More Plants in the Spring
Plants getting tired? September is the perfect time to divide and transplant perennials to give them a boost (and give you more plants).
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7 Fall Lawn Care Tasks To Prioritize Before Winter – Plus When To Make The Last Cut
Put your yard to bed with these 7 fall lawn care tasks, including the final mow of the season.
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Fertilize Grass In Fall For A Lush Lawn In Spring
For everything you need to know about fertilizing your lawn in the fall, click here.
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7 Reblooming Azaleas to Grow for a Fall Garden Bursting With Beautiful Color
These reblooming azaleas will give you a second show of color in the fall. Plant one of these 7 beauties for a garden that shines all year long!
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How to Start Your First Native Plant Garden: The 4 Must-Have Elements for Success
Starting a native flower garden doesn't have to be scary. Just make sure you have these 4 things and you'll be on your way!
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Lawn Fertilizer Tips: When And How To Apply Lawn Fertilizer
A green carpet of lawn isn’t one plant – it’s a collection of some 850 grass plants per square foot, and each one requires nutrients to stay healthy.
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Ultimate Guide To Lawn Aeration: How & When To Do It For A Healthier Lawn
Want to keep your lawn feeling healthy and looking great? Try aerating it. We'll go over the benefits and tell you how to do it.
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All About Fall Bird Migration: Why Birds Fly South After Summer & Which Ones to Watch for This Fall
As the fall bird migration begins, let's explore why they are flying south and how you can help them on their journey by making your garden more bird-friendly.
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Thinking of Adding a Fire Pit to Your Yard? What You Need to Know First for a Safe & Beautiful Fire Feature
Before buying that fire pit you've been eyeing, consider these 5 important factors first for a safe and beautiful backyard fire feature.
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Love the Look of Roses, But Not the Hassle of Growing Them? Plant One of These 5 Flowers That Look Like Roses Instead
Great looks and simple care! Plant these unique and gorgeous flowers that look like roses, but are so much easier to maintain.
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Avoid These 5 Invasive Ground Covers at All Costs! Plant a Stunning Native Variety Instead
If you grow one of these invasive ground covers, it's time to replace them with a native variety. Find out which plants you need to swap now.
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Does Cat Hair Deter Rabbits? Your Kitty May Be the Key to a Better Garden
Rabbits can quickly ruin your flower or vegetable garden. Could cat hair be the trick to deterring the fluffy-tailed menaces?
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Hummingbirds Adore These 7 Native Plants and so Will You – Grow These Low-Maintenance Flowers to Keep Hummers Happy
For hummingbird-friendly plants and flowers that are easy to establish and maintain, you need to go native. Here are the best native plants for hummingbirds
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How Big Does a Hydrangea Get? 9 Lovely Large & Small Varieties That Will Fit Perfectly Into Any Landscape
Thinking of planting a new shrub, but wondering how big that hydrangea will get? Here's what you need to know, plus some of the best big and small varieties.
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Go Gaga for Pawpaws at These 5 Pawpaw Festivals This Fall – Find Out When & Where You Can Feast on This Unique Native Fruit
Add these pawpaw festivals to your fall itinerary for a truly unique and delicious trip! Find out where and when you can try tasty pawpaw dishes and activities.
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Late Summer is Tough on Birds – These 6 Vital Feeding Tips Will Help Them Make it Through Hard Times Ahead
Give garden birds a helping hand with these essential tips to ensure they can feed and drink in safety.
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“I Filled My Yard With Free Succulents… Here’s How You Can, Too” – Professional Gardener Reveals Her Succulent Secret!
Succulents can be expensive, so why not grow some you haven’t had to pay for? We reveal one simple secret for creating a backyard filled with free succulents
