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3 Seed Stratification Methods Gardeners Swear By – Plus 3 Weird Ones You Might Not Have Heard Of
New to seed stratifying? Here are the best ways to get your seeds ready to sprout this spring!
By Teo Spengler
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I Used AI to Choose the Best Plants for My Soil Type – And Here’s How Useful It Really Was
If you’re trying to figure out which plants are best for specific areas of your garden this year, AI can pull together a plant list faster than any reference book. But how accurate and reliable are its findings?
By Tyler Schuster
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How to Attract Bluebirds to Your Yard – Create the Perfect Environment to Keep Them Happy, Healthy & Eating Bugs
Bluebirds are a joy to behold, and they help control insects that destroy your garden. Attracting bluebirds to your yard is a win-win for you and nature.
By Kathleen Walters
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The Gardening Gear We Swear By Is Finally on Sale — Shop Our Top Picks From Amazon's Big Spring Sale
Each of these 12 picks is well loved by our experts here at Gardening Know How. Shop the exact tools, planters, and garden gear we rely on every spring — now on sale.
By Allie Kerkhoff
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Attract Hummingbirds With a Hanging Basket of Nectarous Blooms – These 7 Easy-Grow Beauties Will Bring Hummers Flocking to Your Backyard
Hang your hummingbird planter at head height for a fabulous view of the feathery feasting!
By Emma Kendell
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Why Some Gardeners Swear by Vodka for Seedlings – And How You Can Turn Happy Hour into a Healthier Garden
Believe it or not, your bar cart holds the secret to the sturdiest seedlings ever. The reason for this beneficial boozy tonic may surprise you. Here’s why pro gardeners are giving seedlings a stiff drink
By Tyler Schuster
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Gardeners Are Planting Flower Seeds to Choose Baby Names – and It’s the Most Beautiful Idea
This naming idea is super simple and incredibly meaningful. Here's how to do it, as well as an inspiring story of someone who named their child after a flower.
By Ciéra Cree
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Pollinator Garden Kits Are the New Fool-Proof Way to Attract Bees and Butterflies – Here Are Our Faves
Stop overthinking your plant selection! We’ve rounded up the top pollinator kits that do all the legwork for you.
By Liz Baessler
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Do You Have Hydrophobic Soil? Here's How to Check & Fix It Fast Before Plants Die From Thirst
Hydrophobic soil is often misdiagnosed as a drainage problem, but it's more serious than that. Here's how to check if soil is hydrophobic and fix the problem.
By Tyler Schuster
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I Swapped My Hand Shears for Electric Pruners, and It Completely Changed How I Prune My Hydrangeas
If you have lots of woody shrubs your garden, suffer from joint pain or arthritis, or just want to save time and effort, these power pruners are perfect for you!
By Amy Draiss
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4 Dollar Store Gardening Tricks You Need to Try This Spring – for a Thriving & Thrifty Garden
Save money in your garden this spring with these clever cost-saving ideas. All it takes is a quick trip to the dollar store!
By Laura Walters
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DIY Raised Beds Are Shockingly Expensive — So I Found These 9 Budget-Friendly Picks Instead
Building your own raised beds sounds great in theory, but can be surprisingly costly. Instead, try these 9 budget-friendly picks.
By Allie Kerkhoff
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Not sure when it's time to plant? This Clever Tool Takes the Guesswork Out of Spring Planting
A simple soil thermometer can help you plan the perfect garden. Planting too early or late can lead to disaster, but this tool helps you pick the optimal time.
By Kathleen Walters
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6 Unlikely Places to Find Free Mulch – Smother Weeds & Cover Your Entire Garden Without Spending a Penny!
The cost of mulch can add up fast, so finding a free source is the ultimate win for gardeners. Check out these 6 surprising spots to get free mulch this spring.
By Tyler Schuster
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This Free Mini Greenhouse Is Easy to Make with an Egg Carton and a Bread Bag – and It’s Perfect for Starting Seeds at Home
Start seeds indoors using just an egg carton and a plastic bread bag. This free DIY mini greenhouse works perfectly for beginners. Here's a step-by-step guide.
By Sarah Veldman
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Turn Your Bird Bath Into a Gorgeous Solar Fountain for Only $15 — Your Backyard Birds Will Thank You
This $15 solar pump is the key to creating a bubbling bird bath that makes your backyard birds (and you!) happier.
By Allie Kerkhoff
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Perennial Flowers: Zone 6 Picks for Vibrant Blooms and Gorgeous Greenery Year After Year
Zone 6 perennials are ready for hot summers and cold winters. Explore 9 favorites that will bring bold beauty to zone 6 gardens.
By Mary Ellen Ellis

