Latest articles by Tyler Schuster
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How to Make Compost Tea for a Fast-Acting Organic Fertilizer That Gives Plants a Huge Boost of NutrientsCompost tea is a fast-acting and organic way to give plants a boost. Plus, it’s cheap and easy to make. Here’s how to brew your own compost tea at home.
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Empower Your Garden: 5 Easy Changes to Make for a Climate-Resilient Landscape, Plus the Perfect Plant PicksDon't let the drastic shifts in weather leave you back on your heels. A little planning and planting now will keep your garden resilient for years to come.
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Don't Recycle That Milk Jug! Here Are 5 Clever Ways to Use Milk Jugs in the Garden That Save You Money & Help Plants ThriveSave those old milk jugs from the recycling bin because they actually have tons of uses in the garden. Here are 5 smart ways to reuse them to help plants.
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My Easy Homemade Rose Fertilizer Recipe Ensures Huge Blooms for Years to Come – Plus, You Probably Have What You Need to Make ItThis simple homemade rose fertilizer is my secret to successful blooms that return year after year. And you only need a few common household items to make it.
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Do You Miss Summer Nights Filled With Fireflies? This Common Landscaping Design Mistake Could Be Keeping Them AwayThis common mistake could be keeping fireflies away. Find out what it is and how to fix it to ensure your summer nights are filled with twinkling lights.
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7 Super Grains That Double as Gorgeous Border Plants – These Ancient Edimentals are as Beautiful as They Are DeliciousYou’d be forgiven for ignoring ancient grains as a garden crop, but these superfoods are not only healthy and easy to grow but super gorgeous in borders
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Are You Making These 5 Common Raised Bed Mistakes? Here’s How to Fix Them to Save You Time, Money & StressThese common raised bed mistakes cancel out the benefits of growing aboveground. Here’s how to fix them and avoid them in the first place.
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How to Make a Quick Fake Wasp Nest to Keep Them Away From Your Patio – It Costs Almost Nothing and Takes Just Minutes to CompleteA simple household item could save you from pesky wasps dive-bombing your backyard barbeques this summer.
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How to Help Your Backyard Birds in May – 7 Quick Wins That Will Keep Them Coming Back to Your Yard DailyMay can be a frenzy of bird activity with nesting and fledgling chicks so make sure your yard is ready for the rush. These little gestures will be hugely appreciated by your feathered friends and guarantee they keep coming back for more
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Should You Use Vinegar as a Weed Killer? 3 Things You Need to Know Before You Try This Popular RemedyIt’s often spoken about as some insider secret for weed control, but if you use vinegar as a weed killer it could be a serious problem for soil health. Make sure you know the risks – your backyard may very well depend on it
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Are You Weeding At The Wrong Time? Pull Weeds at These 3 Crucial Moments This Month So You Don't Get Overrun in SummerDid you know there were good and bad times to do your weeding? These secret weeding windows could make or break the health of your yard this summer
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Aquaponics for Beginners – Grow Plants on Top of a Fish Tank for Lush Houseplants, Herbs, and SaladsWith aquaponics, a fish tank can double as a low-maintenance indoor garden. Discover how to get started with minimal investment.
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8 Easy Perennial Plants for Pots and Hanging Baskets That Return Again and Again for Years of Beautiful BloomsPlant these perennials in containers once, then they’ll overwinter and return next summer for another year of beautiful blooms. It doesn’t get easier than that!
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These 8 Veggies Are So Pretty They Belong in Your Flower Borders – They Give You Months of Colorful Crops and Generous Harvests Even in Small SpacesWho said vegetables had to be boring? Grow these dynamic, vibrant flowering and structural cropping plants that turn your flower beds and borders into a feast for the senses
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Want Fewer Slugs This Summer? Adding a Simple Toad Abode Can Protect Your Flower Beds and Boost Your Soil Health for FreeThey may not turn into Prince Charming, but they can wipe out 10,000 pests in a gardening season. Sounds too good to be true? Here’s why you need a toad abode, and why now is the best time to give local toads a place to snooze
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What to Do With Your Christmas Cactus Before Spring Ends – Miss This Window and It May Not Flower Again, but Get It Right for More Blooms Next SeasonDon't let your Christmas cactus go dormant without this essential reset. Follow these simple spring steps to ensure a lush, flower-heavy display next season.
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How to Grow Zucchini: Follow These Expert Tips for a Huge Harvest of Tasty Summer SquashFew vegetables reward gardeners as much as zucchini. Just plant in a sunny spot, water, and wait. Soon you’ll have more zucchini than you know what to do with!
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The Simple Edging Trick That Sharpens Borders and Helps With Garden DrainageTired of edging that heaves and cracks? Master the art of the English edge to achieve a timeless, sharp transition between your turf and garden beds for free.
