Latest articles by Teo Spengler
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All About Fall Bird Migration: Why Birds Fly South After Summer & Which Ones to Watch for This FallAs 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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Grow These 6 Fragrant Native Plants for Low Maintenance, Pollinator Friendly Flowers and Shrubs to Fill Your Garden with ScentSupport your local ecosystem and simplify your growing with these 6 fragrant native plants – ideal for a thriving pollinator friendly garden that is filled with aromatic bliss
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Thinking of Adding a Fire Pit to Your Yard? What You Need to Know First for a Safe & Beautiful Fire FeatureBefore 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 InsteadGreat 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 InsteadIf 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 GardenRabbits 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 HappyFor 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 LandscapeThinking 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 FruitAdd 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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“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
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I've Grown Hundreds of Shrubs in the USA and Europe – These 5 Flowering Stunners Are My Non-NegotiablesExpert gardener Teo Spengler has experience in growing shrubs in different climates and landscapes, but there are some varieties she always comes back to.
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How & When To Harvest Sweet Peas for Seeds – Save Seeds Now To Grow More Fabulous, Fragrant Blooms for Free Next YearSweet peas are an annual garden staple. When you find a variety you love, why not save the seeds to grow more for free next year? Here's how and when to do it.
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How To Grow Fire Light Hydrangea For A Beautiful Blaze Of Color From Summer Into FallThe gorgeous 'Fire Light' panicle hydrangea will add bold color to your garden from late summer and into autumn. Learn how to grow this beauty in your garden.
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6 Types of Hydrangeas Every Good Gardener Should Know – And Grow for a Garden Full of Gorgeous Blooms From Spring to FallThere are so many different hydrangeas, it can be a bit overwhelming. I've made it easy for you. Here are the 6 most common types of hydrangeas you should know.
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Don’t Toss That Dryer Lint In The Trash! Here Are 6 Surprising (But Handy) Ways To Use Lint In The GardenThink that dryer lint isn't good for anything? Think again! Here are 6 surprisingly handy ways to use lint in the garden.
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How To Build a Wildlife Pond in Your Backyard to Attract & Support Your Local WildlifeCreating a wildlife pond in your yard is a great way to help your local native species and also add a gorgeous water feature to your landscape.
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4 Best Types Of Full Shade Grass That Thrive In Even The Darkest Corners – Plus, Tips For A Stunning Shady LawnIt's possible to grow a stunning lawn even in the darkest corners of your yard. Just choose one of these full shade grass species and follow a few simple tips.
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“I Created A Forest For Free” – A Gardening Writer Shares How She Planted 250 Trees Without Buying A Single OneHave you ever wanted your own forest or even just a few new trees? Learn how one of our writers planted an entire forest for free and how you can do the same.
