Latest articles by Tyler Schuster
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Stop Using Harmful Chemicals to Clean Your Bird Feeders – This Natural Solution Works Wonders and Keeps Birdies Safe
Bird feeders soon get dirty, but don’t reach for bleach or harmful chemicals to blitz the grime. This household item works wonders and keeps garden birdies safe
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Don't Toss That Tree! 7 Clever Ways to Use Your Christmas Tree After the Holidays to Benefit Your Garden and Local Wildlife
Don't toss that dried-out Christmas tree to the curb! Give it a second life with these simple, eco-friendly ideas that turn dead trees into garden gold.
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The Real Reason Your Poinsettia Will Die Before Next Christmas – and How to Save It
Don't let a cold shock destroy your festive poinsettia. Learn how to avoid this poinsettia killer and keep it around for next Christmas!
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Think You Can't Grow Figs in Your Area? This Cold-Hardy Variety Will Change Your Mind
The Chicago Hardy fig is a game-changer for northern gardeners. Its unique fruiting style promises a harvest even after a sub-zero winter.
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Cat-Safe Plants: 10 Non-Toxic Houseplants That Keep Your Home Stylish and Your Feline Friends Safe
Cat-safe plants will add texture and vibrancy to your home without being harmful to your sweet, cuddly kitties. Here are 10 wonderful options.
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Your Rosemary Plant Is Getting Woody – Do This Now to Revive It in Time for Spring
Rosemary turns leggy and woody after a few years. If you want to know how to revive a rosemary plant, here’s how to bring back bushy growth, natural oils, and intense flavors
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Bring Sweetness to Dreary Days With These 6 Fragrant Winter-Blooming Shrubs
Don't let winter get you down. These 6 winter-blooming shrubs are full of fragrance and beauty to remind you spring is on its way.
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The Winter Watering Mistake Killing Your Container Plants
Don't let your containers die of thirst this January. Look for these crucial windows when watering is essential, and avoid this fatal mistake.
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Meet the Plucky Winter Herb That Adds Amazing Flavor to Your Cooking When Other Herbs Die Back
While many annual herbs have turned up their toes, there is one semi-evergreen hardy perennial herb that comes into its own. Introducing the resilient winter savory
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Planting Hot Peppers at Christmas Always Gives Me My Best Harvest – Here’s the Winter Trick That Makes It Work
It sounds early, but December planting gives chili peppers a longer growing season, leading to bigger, better harvests. Here's how to start them successfully.
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How to Prune Raspberries: A Guide for Summer-Bearing and Everbearing Types
Pruning 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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Dark and Moody Houseplants Are Trending for 2026 – Get the Look With These 8 Amazing Varieties
Black houseplants are about to be everywhere in 2026 – those deep, almost inky leaves add an instant hit of drama to any home. Try these striking varieties.
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This Simple Glass of Water Trick Can Multiply Your Hydrangeas for Free and Guarantee They Match Your Favorites
Growing more hydrangeas from scratch is simpler than you think. Skip the soil and propagate hydrangea with water for a low-effort method that produces true-to-type new plants at no extra cost
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Don’t Skip This 5-Minute Winter Garden Check Before the Ground Freezes – It Prevents Big Problems in Spring
Don’t skip this vital pre-freeze chore! A quick five-minute check now saves you hours of headaches and frustration in spring.
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Cure Hyacinth Bulbs Right: A Step-by-Step Guide for Long-Term Blooms
Don't toss those faded flowers! Learn the simple process of curing hyacinth bulbs, ensuring they rebloom with vibrant scent and color next spring.
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Need a Last Minute Christmas Tree? Turn Garden Clippings into a Festive Showpiece With This Easy Topiary Trick
Running out of time for a full tree this year? This quick topiary trick turns fresh evergreen clippings into a cute mini tree that fits on a table or mantel, smells gorgeous – and comes together super fast!
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The Elusive Blue Rhododendron May Be a Fantasy, but These 5 Cool Varieties Come Close – and They Look Divine
Dreaming of a blue rhododendron to cool down your next spring border? True azure blooms stay just out of reach, but these cool varieties deliver that icy vibe and come temptingly close to the dream
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Why Your Christmas Tree Is Turning Yellow – and How to Fix It Fast Before It's Too Late
Worried because your Christmas tree is turning yellow weeks before the big day? Here's what you need to do to get it green again before the holiday is here.
