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Bird Wars! Why Backyard Birds Don’t Always Get Along (Plus, 5 Easy Ways You Can Help to Keep the Peace)Spring is a time when yards are filled with bird chatter, but it’s not all good natured banter. This can also be a time for spats, so it helps to know how to referee the avian conflicts. Here’s what to do when the feathers fly…
By Janey Goulding
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How to Attract Hummingbirds to Your Garden – and Create a Beautiful, Sustainable Landscape at the Same TimeTurning your yard into a hummingbird haven not only supports these important pollinators, but it also boosts curb appeal. Find out how.
By Jackie Carroll
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9 Common Backyard Birds of the Pacific NorthwestIf you live in Oregon, Washington, or Idaho, you may already know some of these beautiful backyard birds. Do you recognize them all?
By Teo Spengler
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Plant Theater: The Gardening Trend Turning Houseplants Into Center StageLearn how to build a beautiful plant theater with tiered displays, styling tips, and expert advice to turn your houseplants into a dramatic focal point.
By Sarah Veldman
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Why Fertilizer Is Suddenly So Expensive – and How Gardeners Are Feeding Plants for LessRising fertilizer costs are pushing gardeners to rethink how they feed plants, and these low-waste alternatives are far better value in the long run.
By Sarah Veldman
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7 Plants to Propagate From Cuttings in May to Expand Your Garden Fast & for FreeMay is one of the best times to propagate cuttings and these plants are especially easy to start now. Follow my top tips for quick propagation.
By Tyler Schuster
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This Ergonomic Weeding Tool is Under $30 and a Complete Game Changer for Effortless Weeding in Your Garden – I’m in LoveIf you hate weeding as much as I do, this simple tool could change how you feel and how your garden looks.
By Kathleen Walters
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5 DIY Projects You Can Complete in a Single Afternoon to Beautify Your Your Yard & Boost Curb Appeal QuicklyDIY projects can end up taking forever to finish, but not these quick and easy ideas! Start to end, they only take an afternoon. Plus, they don't cost much.
By Tyler Schuster
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Jackie Kennedy Loved This Chic Woodland Flower So Much That Carolyn Bessette Chose It for Her Wedding BouquetCarolyn Bessette's iconic lily of the valley bouquet paid homage to her late mother-in-law, who surrounded herself with the blooms every day.
By Sarah Veldman
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Complete Guide To Mulching: Everything You Need to Know to Select the Best Mulch for Your Garden NeedsAll gardens, whether they are flower or vegetable, benefit from the use of mulch. Learn more about best practices of mulching your garden beds.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Empower Your Garden: 5 Easy Changes to Make for a Climate-Resilient Landscape, Plus the Perfect Plant PicksDon't let the drastic shifts in weather leave you back on your heels. A little planning and planting now will keep your garden resilient for years to come.
By Tyler Schuster
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Don't Recycle That Milk Jug! Here Are 5 Clever Ways to Use Milk Jugs in the Garden That Save You Money & Help Plants ThriveSave those old milk jugs from the recycling bin because they actually have tons of uses in the garden. Here are 5 smart ways to reuse them to help plants.
By Tyler Schuster
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Want Hummingbirds to Nest in Your Yard? Use These 9 Surprising and Simple Items to Make a Fluff-Cloud that Hummers will AdoreIf you haven’t witnessed the wonder of a hummingbird gathering materials for a nest, it’s high time you did. These 9 essentials will have hummers lining up to build in your yard
By Janey Goulding
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Do You Miss Summer Nights Filled With Fireflies? This Common Landscaping Design Mistake Could Be Keeping Them AwayThis common mistake could be keeping fireflies away. Find out what it is and how to fix it to ensure your summer nights are filled with twinkling lights.
By Tyler Schuster
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These 9 Stylish Outdoor Benches Are the Perfect Place to Store Your Gardening Tools, If You Can't Stand ClutterThese outdoor storage benches are the perfect solution if you're short on space, but still want to enjoy a clutter-free porch or patio with plenty of seating.
By Laura Walters
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Don’t Miss the May Hummingbird Window – These 6 Easy Additions Help Them Nest and Thrive in Your BackyardGet ready for a summer of hummers! Discover ideas to encourage nesting and provide high-energy food to keep hummingbirds in your yard all season long.
By Teo Spengler
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Epsom Salt for Plants: What Epsom Salt Can (and Can't) Do for Your GardenEpsom salt is usually known for its use in the bathtub, but is Epsom salt good for plants? Find out more about what it can and can't do for your garden.
By Nikki Tilley

