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The 3 Big Reasons Birds Aren’t Visiting Your Bird Bath – Plus, Smart Bird Bathing Ideas To Bring More Birdies Fluttering To Your Yard
You love garden birds, so why don’t they visit your bird bath? Here are 3 key reasons why, along with quick and clever bird bath ideas to encourage feathered friends to drink and play
By Janey Goulding
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Keep Your Patio Pest-Free This Summer With These 5 Potted Plants That Repel Mosquitoes
Tell biting insects to buzz off with these five potted plants that repel mosquitoes! Plus, one plant mosquitoes love that you should avoid at all costs.
By Laura Walters
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Do You Have Deformed Cucumbers? Here’s Why & How To Prevent Kooky Looking Cukes
Cucumbers are great veggies to grow in your garden, but what happens if you have deformed cucumbers? Are they ok to eat? Learn how to prevent misshapen cukes.
By Amy Grant
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What Can Be Composted? – And What You Should Never Put In A Compost Pile
Knowing what can be added to the compost pile makes all the difference between producing garden gold and a soggy, smelly mess. Learn how to get it right every time.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Get Rid Of Powdery Mildew On Roses: Common Symptoms & How To Treat Them
If you have noticed a fine white substance on your roses, then they are likely suffering from powdery mildew. Learn how to treat and prevent this common issue.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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When Is The Best Time To Water Plants? Expert Guide To Keep Plants Happy Even In The Heat
Proper watering can make or break your garden. Learn the best time to water plants so your garden can be healthy all summer long.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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These 350 Amazing Private Gardens Across The US Are Normally Off-Limits, But You Can Visit Them This Summer – Find One Near You
Don't miss the chance to visit these local gardens offering a memorable day out and a wealth of inspiration for new and experienced gardeners alike.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Don’t Touch Without Gloves! 8 Poisonous Weeds You Should Not Remove Bare-Handed
While weed spotting is usually geared towards pulling them out quickly, there are exceptions. Check out these poisonous weeds and noxious plants – and grab your best gloves!
By Amy Grant
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If You’re Headed Out Of Town This Summer, Do These 5 Things Before You Pack Your Bags To Help Keep Plants Alive
If you’re headed out of town this summer, you may be wondering how to keep plants alive while on vacation. Here are 5 tasks to do before you pack your bags.
By Laura Walters
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Best Climbing Roses For Every Garden: 12 Stunning Varieties For Pergolas, Arches & Walls
Discover the best climbing roses to plant in your garden to ensure a long summer of glorious blooms.
By Amy Grant
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Hydrangea Arborescens Is The Elegant Native Shrub That Deserves A Spot In Every Garden – How To Grow This Summer Stunner
Hydrangea arborescens, a native variety with snowball-like blooms, makes a wonderful addition to any garden. Learn how to grow this shrub in your landscape.
By Susan Albert
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Go Big With Containers In Small Spaces! 5 Easy Hacks For Big Garden Pots In Small Gardens
The temptation with small gardens and patios is to make containers and planting ideas small – but we say go big! Try these practical hacks for beautiful big garden pots in small gardens
By Susan Albert
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Not Sure What To Do With Cicada Shells Left By Brood XIV? Turn Them Into An All-Natural Fertilizer To Turbocharge Plants
Wondering what to do with cicada shells left lingering around your yard and garden? Turn the creepy carcasses into a nutrient-rich fertilizer plants will love!
By Laura Walters
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Coneflower Companion Plants: What To Grow With Echinacea For Stunning Ornamentals
Coneflowers are captable of memorable ornamental displays, especially if grown in drifts – but if you want to increase their impact, try some of these pretty coneflower companion plants
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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7 Plants Wasps Hate But Bees Adore – For A Pollinator Garden That's Buzzing, Not Bothered
Create a bee-friendly, wasp-free garden with these smart planting choices that keep pests at bay while nurturing precious pollinators.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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“My 5 Must-Have Perennials” – After 25 Years Of Gardening, These Perennials Have Become Essentials In My Garden
There are some plants you can't live without! As a long-time gardener and garden writer, these are my must-have perennials that deserve a spot in every garden.
By Susan Albert
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How To Grow Cucumbers: The Ultimate Care & Growing Guide
Cucumbers are a refreshing and healthy vegetable that are rewarding to grow and are a great addition to any vegetable garden. Learn how to grow cucumbers here.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Does Fertilizer Go Bad? How To Make Plant Food Last Longer & Dispose Of It Safely
Plant food can help boost your garden's yields, but do fertilizers go bad? To prevent them from expiring, learn how to store fertilizers properly.
By Amy Grant