Latest articles by Tyler Schuster
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Should You Use Pre-Emergent Herbicide? When to Use It and When to Skip ItPre-emergent herbicides are a powerful tool for weed-free lawns and gardens, but need to be considered thoughtfully. Learn about when and how to use them.
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Don't Use Eggshells in the Garden Unless You Add This Simple Ingredient First – It Helps Plants Access CalciumAre you using eggshells in garden soil the right way? There’s a simple ingredient you need to add first to unlock the goodness. This five-minute secret turns kitchen scraps into gold
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Cut Back These 6 Flowering Vines in March – And Better Blooms Await You This Summer!Pruning flowering vines is important to keep them tidy and to keep them blooming! These 6 vines need care in March before it's too late.
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Gardeners Swear This Vegetable Peel Is the Best Natural Plant Food – But Does It Really Work?Is a humble vegetable peel the secret to healthy seedlings? We dig into the science behind this trick!
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My Peat-Free Seed-Starting Mix is Cheaper to Make and More Sustainable – Here’s My Go-To RecipePeat moss has been the seed-starting standard for decades, but it comes at a real environmental cost. This simple three-ingredient mix saves money and saves the planet – and your seed starts will love it
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Stop! Before You Clean Up Your Yard, Check for These Signs of LifeYour garden debris is actually a bustling insect hotel. Discover how to identify occupied stems and the best way to tidy up without harming your pollinators.
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Grow a Raven ZZ Plant for a Dark and Dramatic Take on a Low-Maintenance ClassicRaven ZZ plants are stunning with their dark and glossy leaves that glint in the light. Learn how to grow and care for a Raven ZZ plant.
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Your Pruning Tool Could Be Causing More Harm Than Good – Here’s What You Should Be UsingDon't accidentally hurt your plants by using the wrong tool for pruning. Pick the right tool for the job.
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Moving Your Lavender Plant – How to Relocate for Health, Vitality and Lasting FragranceTransplanting lavender is possible, if you pick the right time, prep correctly, and tuck it into a sunny, well-drained spot. Here’s how to ensure a smooth transition for your fragrant favorite
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Dog-Safe Houseplants: 7 Non-Toxic Indoor Plants You Can Grow Without WorryKeep Fido healthy by only having dog-safe houseplants in your home. These 7 are great additions to any space.
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What Is Well-Drained Soil and Why Does It Matter for Your Garden? The Key to Healthy Plants Starts Below GroundWell-drained soil is a common requirement for planting gardens outdoors and houseplants indoors. But what does that actually mean? Let's dig in and find out.
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How to Refresh Your Potted Soil in Time for Spring – Without Even Emptying the PotPotting soil doesn't last forever – and compacted, dusty soil can be a plant killer. Learn the secret that restores drainage and fertility, and keeps perennials and houseplants thriving for years
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These 6 Common Seedling Fertilizer Mistakes Can Make or Break Young Plants – Here’s How to Avoid ThemThe difference between strong seedlings and ones that wither away can come down to a few common fertilizing mistakes. I'll tell you how to avoid them.
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Are Your Houseplants Looking Leggy After Winter? Here’s the Secret to Making Them Bushier than EverWinter can do a real number on houseplants, with low light and shorter days leading to stretched and spindly growth. If your plants are looking leggy, here’s how to revive them to their lush and bushy glories
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Worried about Your Soil Health? Before You Buy a Test Kit, Try This Simple Fizz TrickConfused about your yard's soil pH and not sure where to start? This simple fizz test uses household staples to reveal if your soil is acidic or alkaline, helping you to plant smarter this spring
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Customize Your Garden Tool Handles With This Simple Fix to Prevent Gardener’s ThumbDon't let hand pain ruin your season! This simple guide will turn your pruners into an ergonomic dream.
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This Common Invasive Plant is Linked to Higher Populations of Lyme Disease-Carrying Ticks – Identify It and Destroy ItThis invasive shrub has been popular at garden centers all over the US and it is linked to higher rates of Lyme disease. Find out if you have it in your yard.
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Don’t Cut These Plants to the Ground – You Need to Stagger-Prune for Nesting BirdsTraditional aggressive pruning hurts bird populations. Follow our guide to stagger pruning for better blooms and happier nesting.
