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My Husband Is a Professional Gardener – This Is the One High-Maintenance Plant He Says Is Worth the EffortNobody wants to grow a diva that gives nothing back, after all, but this plant more than earns its keep.
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Care of Gladiolus Flowers Made Easy: A Complete Guide to Growing These Striking Summer BloomsGrowing gladiolus flowers mean tall spikes of vibrant color will fill your garden from summer right into fall. From planting to winterizing, this guide has it all.
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Cut These 6 Perennials Back in June to Encourage a Vibrant Second Flush of Blooms Later This SummerSome perennials have only one moment of summer glory, but a few just need a timely chop to bounce back stronger. Here are those that need to make your cut for a bonus round of flowers into fall
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Think Your Yard Is Too Small for Corn? These Compact Varieties Thrive in Containers and Small SpacesDon't let a small garden talk you out of growing one of summer's most delicious treats!
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6 Garden Pests to Watch for in June – Don't Wait! Eliminate Them Before They Take Over Your Garden Beds and Vegetables This SummerJune is prime time for garden pests. Get a jump on pest control and you'll have a healthier garden this summer.
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Microponds are Replacing Trad Garden Water Features – and You Can DIY One This AfternoonA solar-powered mini pond in a pot brings soothing sound and movement, helps wildlife, and is ideal for a small yard: no wonder it’s the water feature we all want this summer.
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If Your Tomato Leaves Are Turning Yellow in June, These 3 Common Problems Could Be the Cause – Here’s How to Fix Them FastAre your tomato leaves turning yellow? Don't fret! There's still time to get them back to green and producing tons of tomatoes before the summer is done.
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Turn Lavender Trimmings into Free Plant Food – This 48-Hour Garden Tonic Boosts Growth and Deters Pests NaturallyBefore you toss your lavender trimmings in the compost, why not harness their natural flower power? Here's how to make a disease-defying tonic for your summer ornamentals
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8 Stylish Ideas to Bring Welcome Shade to Your PatioAdd patio shade to create a cool retreat so you can seek respite from the sun and enjoy your garden through the summer heat.
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What Orchids Need in June to Ensure a Spectacular Display of Flowers This Summer – 5 Easy Care TipsA few vital, yet simple care tasks in June will help your orchids look great during their peak growing season.
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These Stylish Pots & Planters for Your Front Porch Look High-End, But Won't Break the Bank – 6 Affordable Options From TargetFront porch pots filled with the right plants can instantly boost curb appeal and add gorgeous color that lasts all summer. Here are my top budget picks.
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It's Not Too Late to Plant! These 7 Perennials Will Reward You With Stunning Color Later This SummerThese hardworking perennials still have plenty of time to settle in and put on a beautiful late-summer show.
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6 Low-Water Plants That Soften Hard Landscaping for a Divine Designer-Look Garden Without the Hard Work (and Yes, You Can Grow Them All in Planters, Too)Use these drought-tolerant plants alongside paths, patios, paving and walls to soften stone- and brickwork with cascading stems and billowing blooms.
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Does Nothing Grow in Your Soil? 7 Bulletproof Annuals That Turn Dry, Poor Spots into a Summer ShowstopperMany of us have that one annoying corner of the yard that seems doomed to an eternity of dusty, dry, parched soil. If this applies to you, these cheerful “desert chic” annuals are about to rock your world with vibrant, gloriously unfussy color
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What Your Tomatoes Need in June – 5 Quick Tasks for Better Plants, Bigger Harvests and Tastier TomatoesJune is a critical period for ensuring healthy tomato plants all season long. Don't skip these quick, but essential tomato care tasks.
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Grow Perfectly Sweet Watermelons This Summer – 4 Easy Tips to Banish Bland and Watery FruitThere's nothing sweeter than a homegrown watermelon when you follow these simple tips!
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What Your Pepper Plants Need in June to Produce a Huge Harvest This Summer – 5 Easy Tasks to Set Them Up for SuccessCheck these to-do items off your list this month to ensure plants are healthy, thriving, and produce tons of tasty peppers.
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Biennials Are the Cheat's Way to a Garden Filled With Color and Charm – Sow These 7 NowThese hardworking plants spend their first year building roots and foliage before rewarding gardeners with spectacular blooms the following season.
