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8 Best Herbs To Grow For Pollinators: Support Bees, Butterflies & More
Herbs are not only delicious in our kitchens, they are also a great source of food for our local pollinators! Learn which herbs to plant for the most benefit.
By Teo Spengler
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How To Pollinate Tomatoes: Give Plants A Hand For Bigger Harvests
With the right techniques, hand-pollinating tomatoes can make all the difference between a lackluster season and a productive one. Learn how to get it right.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Here’s The Best Time To Water Grass For A Lush Lawn, According To Experts
Understanding the best time to water grass is important to the health of your lawn. Watering at the wrong time can lead to disease or heat-stressed grass.
By Amy Grant
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8 Vegetables You Can Still Plant In June For A Late Summer And Fall Harvest
Planting time for high summer harvests has passed, but there are still many vegetables you can plant in your garden in June, for organic produce well into fall.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Sensational Summer Flowers For Pots: 8 Joyful Bloomers for Sun-Loving Containers
Creating striking focal points in your container garden and looking for inspiration? Try these 8 quintessential summer flowers for pots – guaranteed to boost your joy levels!
By Tonya Barnett
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Grow The Sweetest Strawberry Fruits: Try These 6 Top Tips For Luscious Berry Goodness!
Why are some strawberry fruit sweet and what makes strawberries taste sour? Most causes of sour strawberries can be attributed to less than ideal growing conditions. Learn more about that here.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Do Your Tomato Flowers Look Weird? They Could Be Tomato Megablooms – What That Means For Plants
Tomato megablooms can startle gardeners, but these weird-looking flowers are nothing to worry about. Learn why they occur and what to do if you find one.
By Amy Grant
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9 Must-Sow Flower Seeds For June That Bloom Fast And Keep Your Garden Bursting With Color All Summer Long
Add impact to beds, borders, and containers with these easy, fast-growing flowers that grow beautifully from seed – just in time for a dazzling summer display.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Balcony Containers: 15 Best Flowering And Cropping Plants For Balcony Growing
Although balconies can be challenging spaces, there are plenty of ornamentals and edibles you can cultivate. Here are the best 15 plants for balcony growing
By Susan Albert
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Best Mulch For Tomatoes: Expert Guide To Boost Yields, Lock In Moisture & Keep Weeds At Bay
The right mulch can transform your tomato crop – helping plants thrive while saving time, water, and effort in every type of garden.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Attract Finches To Your Yard – Planting & Feeding Tips To Bring Them Back For More!
The family of finches are amongst our most beloved songbirds – but how can you bring more to your garden? Find out how to attract finches with smart feeding and planting ideas
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How Often To Water Tomato Plants – And How To Get It Right In Any Situation
One of the most crucial parts of tomato care is knowing how often and much to water them. Learn how to get it right every time for a bumper harvest.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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6 Blue Ornamental Grasses That Will Wow Your Neighbors And Add A Unique Touch To Your Landscape
Choosing a blue ornamental grass can dress up borders and yards with striking color that changes with the seasons.
By Susan Albert
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Grow Carolina Jessamine – A Popular Vine For Spring Color On Trellises And Fences
If you’re looking for a pretty vining plant that works hard in small corners, grow Carolina Jessamine plant – here’s how to make the most of this Southern belle
By Tonya Barnett
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6 Clever Self-Watering Plant Pot Ideas To Take The Stress Out Of Watering
Keep your indoor and outdoor plants hydrated with these easy, low-effort planter ideas – perfect for vacations, busy lifestyles, and forgetful gardeners.
By Ellen Wells
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How To Plant Sunflower Seeds For Stunning, Sunny Blooms That Last All Summer
Learning how to plant sunflower seeds is a fun activity for gardeners of all ages and skill levels! Here's everything you need to know to get growing.
By Tonya Barnett
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Fairy Garden Containers: Bring A Little Magic To Your Yard With A Container Garden For Fairies!
Any garden space, large or small, can find a little room for enchantment. Find out how to create your own fairy garden containers to add some magic to your yard
By Susan Albert
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Ultimate Snake Plant Fertilizer Guide For Lush, Healthy Houseplants
Snake plants are pretty easy-going houseplants, but they might still benefit from fertilizing. Learn how and when to fertilize for happy and healthy plants.
By Bonnie L. Grant