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They Say Never Prune Spring-Flowering Shrubs in Winter – But Here’s When You Can Break the Golden Rule
The pruning rule for spring flowering shrubs says wait until after bloom, but there are times when you need to prioritize plant health, safety, and sanity. Here’s when you should consider going rogue…
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Can a Bird Fit Through the Branches? This Tried and Trusted Fruit Tree Pruning Rule is Still a Classic
Is your fruit tree a tangled mess? The centuries-old "bird in a branch" rule is the only guide you need to prune key fruits like a pro this winter
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My Russian Doll Trick Protects Potted Plants From Winter Freezes – And It Couldn’t Be Easier
Late winter is a lottery no gardener wants to lose. Discover how the ancient magic of nesting Russian dolls offers the perfect thermal defense for vulnerable potted plants
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Queen Bumblebees Need Your Help in February – Give Them a Lifeline with These 3 Simple Ideas and Help Your Backyard Thrive
A queen bumblebee near you is emerging from hibernation – and whether or not she survives the next few weeks determines whether key plants get pollinated this summer. Here’s how to save lady bumble
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Don’t Throw Away Your Wine Corks! 8 Inspired Ways to Give Them a Second Life in Your Yard
Ever wondered if the secret to a happier garden might be innocently sitting in your wine rack? Here’s how to recycle wine corks around your yard with these resourceful sustainable tips
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The 3 Sneaky Weeds Setting Thousands of Seeds in Your Garden Right Now – and How to Stop Them Fast
Your garden might look pretty quiet, but these aggressive weeds are stealthily growing and dropping thousands of seeds into your soil. Here’s what to do now to dodge a massive problem in spring
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Help Backyard Birdies Survive the Winter – Make a Bird Charcuterie Board With Ingredients You Already Have in the Pantry
Looking for a novel approach to high-energy winter bird feeding? Here’s how to embrace the "chirp-cuterie" approach to backyard bird feeds with a creative and nutritious platter your local wildlife will love
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6 Plants to Add to Your Beauty Routine to Give Yourself a Garden Glow-Up
Make this the year of the “garden glow up” with these 6 key beauty care plants – proof that your backyard is the ultimate beauty counter for a natural glow
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This Hot and Cold Color Trick Magically Makes Small Yards Feel 10 Feet Longer
Want to make your yard look longer without having to resort to hardscaping – or move house? There is, as we reveal a clever trick that makes tiny plots feel more spacious, with hot colors and cold colors
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Pruning Dogwood Trees and Shrubs for Years of Vibrant Multi-Season Color
They are some of the most generous and enduring vibrant showy ornamentals you can grow – but pruning dogwood trees and shrubs will ensure the most spectacular displays for years and years
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Indoor Lemon Tree Not Fruiting? This Easy January Pruning Trick Works Wonders for Your Potted Citrus
If your potted lemon tree has loads of leaves but never produces golden harvests, this clever ‘reset’ trick can help you flip the switch from foliage to fruit – and late winter is the perfect time for a reset
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This Pro Hard Pruning Trick Can Make Your Tired Old Shrubs Look Young Again
You don't need a time machine to give tired old shrubs a new lease of life. Here’s how rejuvenation pruning can turn back the clock and restore woody favorites to their former glories
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This Ancient Design Rule is the Secret to Perfectly Balanced Garden Borders – and it Works Brilliantly in Modern Yards
Nature's favorite mathematical sequence can be the key to a garden that feels just right – here’s how to deploy this golden rule in your own backyard for perfect balance
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Feng Shui Experts Agree These 5 Brilliant Houseplant Ideas Are The Best Ways to Attract Good Fortune in 2026
Want to attract more good fortune this year? By blending the ancient wisdom of Feng Shui with canny houseplant knowledge, you can manifest prosperity, luck, and abundance – and here’s how!
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This Easy Winter Herb Container Planting Recipe Will Set You Up for a Year of Amazing Flavor
This simple trio of evergreen herbs can fill a hardy winter container that thrives through the chilly days and beyond, providing a culinary powerhouse of fresh edibles all year long
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Stop Using Harmful Chemicals to Clean Your Bird Feeders – This Natural Solution Works Wonders and Keeps Birdies Safe
Bird feeders soon get dirty, but don’t reach for bleach or harmful chemicals to blitz the grime. This household item works wonders and keeps garden birdies safe
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12 Days of Christmas Gardening: The Ultimate Gardener’s Dozen (With a Prune of Your Favorite Pear Tree!)
Looking for quick gardening inspiration to take you from Christmas into the New Year? We present the ultimate festive listicle to set you up nicely for the year ahead
