Latest articles by Teo Spengler
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It’s So Important to Prune These 12 Plants in January – Do It Before Winter’s End to Ensure a Healthy Summer GardenDiscover which plants to prune in the dead of winter to help your garden shape up for a glorious spring and summer.
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I Thought My Bird Feeder Was Enough – But These 3 Winter Game-Changers are Bringing More Birds to My BackyardReady to up your bird-feeding game? Find out why these 3 simple yet effective strategies could be real game-changers for you when feeding birds in winter
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4 Small Ornamental Trees You Can Grow Indoors to Turn Your Home Into a Mini ForestTurn your home into a mini forest this year with these gorgeous ornamental trees you can grow indoors.
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Kill Fungus Gnats in Your Seedling Soil with My Secret 3-Ingredient Recipe That Works InstantlyDon't let fungus gnats ruin your seedlings! Learn the secret 3-ingredient gnat killer you already have in your cabinet.
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There’s an Amazing Winter Bounty Hiding in Your Yard if You Know What to Look For – Try Foraging in Winter for Fresh FlavorGet the benefits of nature's bounty by getting out and foraging in winter this year!
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Stop Misting! Why Your Houseplant Humidity Trick Could Actually Be Killing Them – and What to Do InsteadMisting is a beloved ritual for many plant parents, but current research suggests it might be more harmful than helpful. Learn how to mist safely without rot.
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Sow These 4 Fast-Growing Kitchen Herbs in January for Speedy Harvests as Early as MarchKitchen windows and worktops are prime growing spots in late winter, and these herbs provide easy wins for fast flavors. Grow these kitchen window herb garden classics for speedy edibles
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It’s Not Too Soon to Start These 9 Vegetable Seeds in January for Super Early HarvestsSpring may feel a long way off, but there's no time to lose if you are after the most delectable veggie crops. Here are 9 vegetable seeds to sow in January to get the jump on some of your favorite harvests
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The 10 Easiest Perennials to Grow – Guaranteed Success Even If You’ve Never Gardened Before!The easiest perennials to grow are also some of the prettiest and best for pollinators! Try one of these easy beauties this year and kick your feet up.
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Start the Year Right! 9 Office Plants That Will Boost Your Mood and Productivity in the New YearThese great office plants will elevate your desk and bring positive energy to any drab space. New year, new plants!
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Experts Say Every Gardener Should Add These 3 Trees to Their Yard This WinterMissed the fall planting window? It's not too late to plant these three types of trees in winter. Grab your shovel and get ready for a lovely show next spring!
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I Asked Bird Experts Why My Feeders Went Quiet and Learned Birds Change Spots Each Season – Here's How I Keep UpHave all the birds disappeared from your feeders? I asked bird experts why and learned the surprising answer. Plus, how to bring birds back.
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People Say This Shrub Is Boring, But As An Evergreen Expert Here’s Why I Think This Box of Delights is Such a Gift for GardenersCommonly known as Christmas box, sarcococca has a reputation for being dull – but this fragrant evergreen deserves a place in every yard as the gift that truly keeps on giving
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Don’t Pull This Weed! This Flower is One of the Only Food Sources for Bees in WinterGroundsel can be written off as a weed, but it is well worth a place in the thriving ecosystems of our backyards. Here’s why it matters to the future of your overwintering pollinators
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How to Prune Raspberries: A Guide for Summer-Bearing and Everbearing TypesPruning raspberries isn't just about avoiding thorns – it keeps the berries coming! We break down which cuts to make for summer, fall, or even double crops.
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This Easy Winter Weed-Killing Hack Stops Unwanted Plants Springing Back in the New YearWinter weeds are never far away, but they are also some of the easiest to tackle. Make a few moments to try this easy winter weed killer for fewer problems in spring
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Why Mulching Blueberries in Winter Guarantees Better Fruit – and How to Do It Right to Boost Your BluesThe one thing guaranteed to get your blueberry plants off to the best start next year is mulching blueberries in winter. Here’s how to give your blues the acidic boost they need
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As a Tree Expert, I Know These 11 Trees Shine in Winter – From Textured Bark to Seasonal Blooms, They Brighten Even the Dreariest LandscapeThe winter garden doesn't have to be dull! Grow one of these outstanding winter trees for a landscape that looks lovely during the dead of winter.
