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Shrubs for Shade: Zone 5 Options That Are Beautiful for Any Garden or Landscape
Choose the right shrubs for shade gardens in USDA Zone 5. Cool temperatures and shady conditions aren't right for many shrubs, but these picks will thrive.
By Teo Spengler
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Zone 8 Plants – The Best Zone 8 Perennials, Shrubs, Trees, Annuals, and Edible Plants
Here are the best Zone 8 plants for your garden whether you need trees, perennials, or edible garden additions.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Bad Pruning Cuts Can Kill Actually Your Plants – Avoid These 3 Major Pruning Mistakes to Prevent Problems
Improper pruning can seriously harm plants. Be sure to avoid these three big pruning mistakes to grow healthy, strong plants.
By Teo Spengler
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Zone 9 Planting Schedule – What to Start Each Month for the Best Vegetable Garden Success
Follow along each month to see what seeds to start indoors and what to sow directly in the garden. This is your ultimate Zone 9 planting guide.
By Teo Spengler
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Is Biochar the Secret to Better Soil? How to Make & Use This Ancient Soil Amendment in Your Garden
Biochar is an ancient soil amendment, but it may be the next big thing in gardening. Learn how make it and use it to give your plants a boost.
By Amy Grant
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Using Fungicide for Plants – When and How to Safely Use This Treatment in the Garden
When using fungicides in your garden it is important to first determine if your plant actually needs a fungicide. Learn to safely use fungicides.
By Susan Albert
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How to Amend Clay Soil for Healthier Gardens and Happier Plants: Your Garden Will Thank You
Clay soil can be hard to garden in, but you don't have to settle! Amending clay soil with organic matter can make drastic improvements. Learn how!
By Teo Spengler
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Understanding Cotyledons and Their Role in Plant Growth: The Powerhouse of the Seed
Cotyledons are the first signs of life for newly planted seeds. Learn their importance to the growth of your seedlings.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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What Is Fertilizer Burn? Signs You're Overfeeding Your Plants & What to Do Before You Fertilize Your Plants to Death
Too much of a good thing really does exist, especially when it comes to fertilizer. Learn how overfeeding plants can cause fertilizer burn and how to fix it.
By Jackie Carroll



