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September is the Best Month to Attract Hummingbirds – 5 Easy Ways to Bring More Tiny Travelers to Your YardAs the great hummingbird migration ramps up this September, take a few minutes to carry out these simple tasks. That way, you can keep tiny travelers safe, fueled, and resting happily in your yard this fall
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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If Hydrangeas and Blueberries Thrive in Your Soil, Plant These 5 Acid-Lovers in September for Vibrant Blooms & Berries Next YearAcidic soil can either be a big benefit or a major challenge for gardeners. If your soil has this unique characteristic, grow these plants for beautiful blooms.
By Teo Spengler
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Gwyneth Paltrow’s Raised Bed Garden Is Beautiful and Practical – You Can Get the Look on Any BudgetGwyneth Paltrow's garden-to-table breakfasts start with smart raised bed design. Discover the dimensions and layout you can recreate at home.
By Sarah Veldman
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Garden Mythbusters: Do Pine Needles Make Your Soil Dangerously Acidic? Here’s How to Use Them with ConfidencePine needles are widely misunderstood due to rumors they can wreck soil pH, but how dangerous are they, really? We uncover the comforting reality behind the myth
By Tyler Schuster
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Is Your Backyard On The Hummingbird Migration Map? See Where These Tiny Birds Are Stopping OffHummingbirds travel thousands of miles when migrating... but is your garden on the route?
By Kayleigh Dray
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Joanna Gaines Has the Ultimate Raised Bed Garden – Her Simple but Clever Design Makes Everything EasierJoanna has cracked the code to the perfect raised garden bed layout. Discover why it's so effective – and how to recreate its success in your own space.
By Ciéra Cree
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September is the Perfect Time to Divide These 6 Perennials – But Don’t Touch These Ones Yet!September is the perfect time to begin dividing certain perennials so you can expand your garden for free while also tidying your yard. Call that a win-win!
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Let It Flow: How Smart Water Management Is Changing the Way We GardenSmart water management is reshaping garden design in 2026. Experts share practical tips to capture rain, improve soil, and build a more resilient garden.
By Sarah Veldman
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Can You Take Seeds From Public Plants? The Legal Rules Gardeners Should Know Before Pocketing Seed PodsHarvesting seeds is an economical way to grow your garden, but is it illegal to collect seeds from public spaces?
By Teo Spengler
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Every Garden Needs One Autumn Plant Bees & Butterflies Can’t Resist – Grow These 5 Pollinator Magnets for an Unforgettable Fall FeastPollinators won't be able to resist these fall-blooming flowers! Give bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds one final farewell feast with these autumnal beauties.
By Teo Spengler
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The Wisdom of Wildflowers: Reflecting on Dolly Parton’s Timeless SongIn this Quote of the Week, we explore Dolly Parton’s iconic song "Wildflowers" and its moving lessons on grit, growth, and finding room to bloom.
By Liz Baessler
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Want to See Your State Bird in Your Yard? Plant These Native FavoritesEvery state has an official bird, but what does it actually want growing in your backyard? Look this way...
By Kayleigh Dray
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This Superseed is a Lifeline for Migrating Birds – Here’s How to Make Sure That Your Backyard is Well StockedPacked with energy and easy-cracking shells, black oil sunflower seeds are the ultimate superfood for birds this fall. Here’s how this superseed can attract migratory and resident birds
By Tyler Schuster
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9 Innovative DIY Raised Bed Ideas You’ve Never Seen Before to Elevate Your Backyard DesignForget dull wooden rectangles – the latest raised bed ideas use color, shape and innovative materials to set garden design apart.
By Sarah Wilson
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5 Easy-to-Grow Native Plants You Can Harvest From Seed in September to Expand Your Garden for Free – and Support Local WildlifeNow's the time to harvest these native plant seeds to grow more of your favorite species for free.
By Susan Albert
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3 Easy Cuttings You Can Root in Water This September (Including the One Everyone Thinks is Impossible)Looking for easy ways to multiply your plants? September is prime time for water propagation, which means you can get this trio of classic backyard favorites off to the races for the price of a glass of water
By Janey Goulding
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DIY a Bug Hotel to Give Beneficial Garden Insects a Home Before Temperatures DropMake an insect shelter that's also a handsome yard feature – 15 inspirational wildlife-friendly ideas that deliver garden style as well as cozy critter accommodation.
By Emma Kendell

