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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
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Squirrels Stealing Your Bird Food? Try This Spicy Secret for Squirrel-Free Feeding That’s Totally Safe For Birds
If you’re fed up with squirrels stealing bird food before your feathered friends can eat, it’s time to spice up your life. Here’s why spicy bird food lets birds eat safely and in peace
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I Always Use These 2 Kitchen Scraps for the Best Hydrangeas – This Dynamic Duo is the Secret to the Ultimate Summer Blooms
Caring for hydrangeas can sometimes feel like a complex balancing act – but there’s a dream combo for hydrangea care lurking in the bin. Discover how a power couple of kitchen scraps can prevent the dreaded summer flop and rejuvenate your shrubs
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Is Your Soil Ready for Planting? Try the 5-Second Squeeze Test To Find Out
The secret to successful gardening is literally in your hands. This easy-squeezy test helps to determine soil moisture so you can keep this year’s plants happy and healthy
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Why Petting Your Seedlings for 30 Seconds Each Day Can Make Them Stronger – It’s The Tickle Every Pro Gardener Swears By!
Want to avoid leggy seedlings? Your plant babies are craving a little Vitamin T – by which we mean, your touch. Here’s why you need to try a little tenderness and pet your seedlings
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This Lawn Aeration Spraying Hack Has Pros Divided – Does the Lazy Way Actually Work?
There's more than one way to aerate a lawn, but is this liquid spray hack as reliable or effective as traditional methods? Here’s what the pros make of liquid lawn aeration…
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Could Chamomile Tea Stop Your Seedlings from Damping Off? Here’s Why It’s Time to Put the Kettle On
If your indoor seedlings have ever collapsed seemingly overnight, this trick can help you prevent calamity with this year’s seed starts. Here’s how a brew can save your future crops and border stars
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My Peat-Free Seed-Starting Mix is Cheaper to Make and More Sustainable – Here’s My Go-To Recipe
Peat moss has been the seed-starting standard for decades, but it comes at a real environmental cost. This simple three-ingredient mix saves money and saves the planet – and your seed starts will love it
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Herbs That Grow in Water – 7 Fuss-Free Kitchen Staples You Can Cultivate in a Glass
Not only can you grow these herbs easily from cuttings, you can grow them in a glass. Discover 7 great herbs that grow in water for an easy, soil-free kitchen garden. Just add sunlight!
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Double Your Blooms This Summer With These 4 Easy March Pruning Tricks Anyone Can Master
It’s not just what you cut, it’s the way that you do it. If you’re looking to ramp up your flower power this summer, you need these 4 pruning tricks – and now’s the time to go for it. Don’t be shy, you’ve got this!
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These 8 Plants Are Always the Last to Wake Up in Spring – Plus, 3 Easy Checks That Show They Are Still Alive
Spring is round the corner, so why does your favorite perennial look like a clump of sticks? Before you write it off, check to see if it’s one of these 8 notoriously late sleepers
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Start These 10 Vegetables in March for the Longest and Most Flavorful Season Yet
Spring is tapping on the door, so don’t get left behind if you want to sow these tasty staples. Here are 10 vegetables to plant in March, under glass and in the ground, to get the jump on year-long harvests
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Moving Your Lavender Plant – How to Relocate for Health, Vitality and Lasting Fragrance
Transplanting lavender is possible, if you pick the right time, prep correctly, and tuck it into a sunny, well-drained spot. Here’s how to ensure a smooth transition for your fragrant favorite
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How to Refresh Your Potted Soil in Time for Spring – Without Even Emptying the Pot
Potting soil doesn't last forever – and compacted, dusty soil can be a plant killer. Learn the secret that restores drainage and fertility, and keeps perennials and houseplants thriving for years
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Are Your Houseplants Looking Leggy After Winter? Here’s the Secret to Making Them Bushier than Ever
Winter can do a real number on houseplants, with low light and shorter days leading to stretched and spindly growth. If your plants are looking leggy, here’s how to revive them to their lush and bushy glories
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Beware of Fake Fruit Branches! Prune These Energy-Stealing Shoots From Fruit Trees Before Spring Arrives
You might not know it, but fake fruit branches could be growing on your trees right now – and if left in place they will cause misery at harvest time. Here’s how to banish those energy thieves in late winter to help boost productive wood before the spring
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This "Dark Chocolate" Mulch Could Be the Winter Secret to Fewer Weeds and Better Spring Borders
Imagine stepping into your yard and being greeted by the rich aroma of a chocolate shop? Find out why cocoa mulch is the nutrient-dense secret weapon you need to boost soil health before spring begins
