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Is Your Soil Ready for Planting? Try the 5-Second Squeeze Test To Find OutThe 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
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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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…
By Ciéra Cree
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How to Make a Cheap In-Ground Worm Composter in Time for Spring – Just Add Worms!A lush spring garden starts with this easy (and budget-friendly) weekend project. Here’s how to make a worm composting tower using unwanted scraps and a handful of worms
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Worried about Your Soil Health? Before You Buy a Test Kit, Try This Simple Fizz TrickConfused about your yard's soil pH and not sure where to start? This simple fizz test uses household staples to reveal if your soil is acidic or alkaline, helping you to plant smarter this spring
By Tyler Schuster
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This "Dark Chocolate" Mulch Could Be the Winter Secret to Fewer Weeds and Better Spring BordersImagine 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
By Teo Spengler
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This Easy Winter Weed-Killing Hack Stops Unwanted Plants Springing Back in the New YearWinter weeds are never far away, but they are also some of the easiest to tackle. Make a few moments to try this easy winter weed killer for fewer problems in spring
By Teo Spengler
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Why Mulching Blueberries in Winter Guarantees Better Fruit – and How to Do It Right to Boost Your BluesThe one thing guaranteed to get your blueberry plants off to the best start next year is mulching blueberries in winter. Here’s how to give your blues the acidic boost they need
By Teo Spengler
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Your Lawn Mower Can Do More Than You Think: 9 Unexpectedly Brilliant Hacks That Make Yard Work EasierA lawn mower can do so much more than just trimming your yard – so find out how to transform your underused grass-guzzler into a supertool with these brilliant tricks
By Tyler Schuster
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Supercharge Your Soil: 6 Ways to Amend Soil in the Fall for the Ultimate Spring GardenAutumn is a great time to assess soil health, top up any nutrients lost, give it a helping hand and get it ready for another busy gardening year. Here's how to amend soil in fall
By Janey Goulding
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5 Plants That Give Garden Soil a Boost After Summer – These Cover Crops Nourish Soil and Perk Up Future PlantsIf your soil is looking parched, weatherbeaten or depleted after high summer, these are some of the best cover crops to rejuvenate your ground ahead of the next round of planting
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Don't Toss Your Boba Straws! This Clever Compost Hack is Perfect for Lazy Gardeners Looking for Better Black GoldCompost acupuncture is the latest viral gardening hack doing the rounds, but how does it actually work?
By Kayleigh Dray
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“Yes, I Turned My Rocky Soil Into A Lush Plant Paradise! Here's How You Can Do The Same” – Expert Reveals 4 Ground-Breaking TricksIf you have issues growing in rocky soil, all is not lost – there are things you can do to cultivate your own gorgeous green nirvana, as our gardening expert reveals
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Are You Using Eggshells in the Wrong Way? 3 Big Mistakes That Can Harm Your Plants, Plus 1 Way You Can Always Use Shells SafelyWe all love a good hack, and you’ve probably heard eggshells are good for plants, but are you using them properly? Here are 3 mistakes to avoid when using eggshells for plants
By Janey Goulding
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7 Plants That Like Coffee Grounds: Perk Up These Key Plants & Shrubs With A Cup Of Joe – Plus, Why They Enjoy The Caffeine BoostYou’re not the only one who can benefit from a shot of caffeine! Meet the 7 plants that like coffee grounds and find out why (and how) they can benefit from the added caffeine boost
By Janey Goulding
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What Are Pine Fines – How To Use Pine Fines With Your SoilWhether caused by a lack of nutrients or poor drainage, in most cases, various amendments, like that of pine fines, are needed as increase the chances of healthy crops and bountiful harvests. So, what are pine fines? Click here to learn more.
By Tonya Barnett
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What Is Soil Conditioner: Using Soil Conditioner In The GardenBad soil can restrict the water and nutrient uptake of plants, and restrict the root development. Fortunately, soil conditioners can help. What is soil conditioner? This article will answer that question and explain how to use soil conditioner in the garden.
By Darcy Larum

