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Common Backyard Birds Of The Ohio Valley Region

By Laura Miller

In the Ohio Valley and central regions you may see some colorful birds in the yard. Learn how to identify them.

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Most Invasive Species In Ohio Valley Region Gardens

By Laura Miller

Click here to learn about the most invasive species in Ohio valley and central region gardens.

Fruit Trees That Grow In Ohio Valley Gardens

By Laura Miller

Learn about hardiness zones and the needs of different fruit varieties for successful fruit orchards in Ohio Valley Gardens.

Central Midwest Lawn Care Calendar

By Laura Miller

Want some tips on lawn care in the Central Midwest states and Ohio Valley Region? Click here to learn all about it.

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Ornamental Grasses Ohio Valley Gardeners Should Grow

By Laura Miller

Some ornamental grasses grow best in the Ohio Valley, the Midwest and Central US, Learn which ones are ideal.

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Ohio Valley And Central Midwest Native Pollinator Plants

By Laura Miller

Click here to learn about some Ohio Valley and Central Midwest native pollinators and pollinator plants to grow.

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Lawn Alternatives Ohio Valley Gardeners Should Try

By Laura Miller

What are some lawn alternative plants Ohio Valley gardeners should try? Click here to find out.

Invasive Insects In Ohio Valley Gardens And The Central U.S.

By Laura Miller

Click here to learn about the most common pest insects in Ohio Valley gardens to look out for.

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Midwest Native Plants For The Ohio Valley Region

By Laura Miller

From Ohio to Missouri, native plants in the Midwest include many flower garden beauties. Click here for ideas.

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Regional To-Do List: December Tasks For Central States

By Laura Miller

Ohio Valley gardening tasks in December focus primarily on the upcoming holidays and preventing winter damage to plants. Learn more here.

November Gardening Tasks – Ohio Valley Gardening In Autumn

By Laura Miller

Need an Ohio Valley to-do list for November gardening tasks left to be done in the region? Click the following article for help with that.

Central Region Shrubs – Growing Shrubs In The Ohio Valley Region

By Laura Miller

If you're looking to plant shrubs in the Ohio Valley or central U.S., you're in luck. There are many varieties available. Learn more here.

October Gardening Tasks – Ohio Valley Gardening In Autumn

By Laura Miller

Before you head outdoors, organize your chore chart with this regional to-do list for October tasks in the Ohio valley.

Ohio Valley Gardening: What To Do In September Gardens

By Laura Miller

The Ohio Valley gardening season begins to wind down this month, leaving gardeners wondering what to do in September. The answer is plenty.

Shade Tolerant Meadow Garden: Shade Meadow Plants For Ohio Valley

By Tonya Barnett, (Author of FRESHCUTKY)

Learning about shade tolerant meadow plants can help gardeners beautify and repurpose unused shade areas. Here’s info on Ohio Valley shade meadow gardening.

Central U.S. Gardening – Growing Shade Trees In The Ohio Valley

By Laura Miller

Shade trees provide homeowners with comfortable areas of the yard. For ideas on shade tree options in Central U.S. regions, click here.

Regional Garden Chores: Ohio Valley Gardening In August

By Tonya Barnett, (Author of FRESHCUTKY)

Learning more about gardening tasks for the Ohio Valley in August can help you stay on ahead. Click here for things you need to do now.

Ohio Valley Vines – Growing Vines In Central U.S. States

By Laura Miller

you looking for the perfect vine plants to complete your Ohio Valley garden? If you live in the central U.S., check out these vines to grow in your area.

Central U.S. Perennials – Growing Perennials In The Ohio Valley

By Laura Miller

Plant perennials once and they return each year with renewed vigor and bountiful blossoms. Click here for ideas on some central U.S. perennials.

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Regional Gardening List: Tasks For July In The Ohio Valley

By Tonya Barnett, (Author of FRESHCUTKY)

The July regional gardening list is filled with chores to ensure a healthy, productive garden from summer into fall. Find Ohio Valley tasks here.

Flowers For Kentucky Summers – Best Flowers For Kentucky Heat

By Tonya Barnett, (Author of FRESHCUTKY)

Kentucky summer flowers need to be tough enough to stand up to high heat, humidity, and various soil types. Click here for some great options.

Regional To-Do List For June: Gardening In The Ohio Valley

By Laura Miller

As gardeners compile their regional to-do list of June gardening tasks, the focus turns from planting to tending. Take a look at what needs done here.

Central Region Annuals – Growing Annuals In The Central Region

By Laura Miller

Nothing adds season-long color like flowering annuals. They flower fast and bloom until fall. Find annual flowers for central region gardens here.

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April Ohio Valley Garden: Gardening To-Do List And Tips For Gardeners

By Laura Miller

In the Ohio Valley, there's never a shortage of April gardening tasks. Here's a few ideas you might want to add to your monthly gardening to-do list.

Ohio Valley Conifers: Planting Conifers In Central U.S. States

By Laura Miller

Are you looking for protection from harsh winter winds in the central U.S. states or Ohio Valley? Conifers might be the solution. Their dense foliage and evergreen characteristics make ideal windbreaks, and add vertical year-round eye appeal to the landscape. Learn more here.