Don't Let Its Beauty Fool You: The Flammable Tree You Might Not Want In Your Garden
If you live in a wildfire area, carefully consider the trees you plant. Some species may be gorgeous, but they can also fan the flames of a fire outbreak.
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15 Things Professional Landscapers Wish You Knew
When it's time to upgrade your landscape, it's easy to get so excited that you miss important considerations. Here's what the pros want you to know first.
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Keep Your Spider Plant Healthy All Year With A Little-Known Watering Tip
To keep your spider plant happy and thriving year-round, follow this simple watering routine every few months to keep soluble salts at bay.
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Skip Hydrangeas: The Dainty Alternative That'll Look Great In Your Small Yard
Hydrangeas are beautiful flowers but they have extensive root systems and are prone to overcrowding. If you have a smaller yard, try this alternative instead.
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Not Coffee Grounds, Not Eggshells: The Kitchen Essential You Should Be Using As Fertilizer
While people swear by many household items for fertilizer hacks, they don't always work as well as you'd think, but this unexpected item does the trick.
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Not Citrus: The Kitchen Scrap You Should Never Add To Compost
You know citrus is problematic in composts, but there's another common foodstuff to avoid dropping onto the pile for fear of ruining its delicate balance.
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Don't Fall For Its Beauty: The Blooming Ground Cover You Don't Want In Your Garden
A fast-growing ground cover with vibrant flowers sounds like a great garden addition. However, this particular perennial is aggressive and harms native plants.
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The Pretty Pink Clematis Variety That Can Grow Against Shrubs And Trees
This newer clematis variety blooms all summer long, providing pretty pink flowers that add visual interest to trees or shrubs without taking over.
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Not Banana Peels Or Coffee Grounds: Reach Into Your Freezer For The Perfect Compost Addition
Homemade compost is a great source of cheap, nutrient-rich matter for your plants, and this freezer scrap is ideal for compost pile as it breaks down easily.
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The Color-Changing Perennial That Deer Can't Stand But Pollinators Flock To
These unique flowers, hardy in zones 4 to 8, slowly turn bright pink or purple in the spring, attracting bees and butterflies while deterring deer.
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Amazon's Affordable Planter Solution Makes Moving Large Pots A Breeze
Large potted plants can be difficult to move and even harder to reposition indoors, but one affordable solution makes the process far less frustrating.
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Ditch The Ugly Baffle: Keep Squirrels Out Of Feeders With A Shrub They Can't Resist
Keeping backyard visitors occupied doesn't always mean adding another gadget. One native plant may shift the balance while adding color and wildlife appeal.
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Plant This Pretty Trailing Plant In Pots For A Summer Full Of Yellow Flowers That Butterflies Love
With golden colors that are perfect for attracting pollinators, this plant will beautify your space with glorious summer vibes, especially if planted in pots.
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The Beautiful Flower That Can Replace Peonies — It's Hardy And Easy To Grow
These flowers have generously sized blooms with layers of fluffy petals, similar to peonies. However, they’re easy enough even for beginner gardeners to grow.
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Not Worms, Not Insects: The Strange Backyard Creature That Helps Your Soil Flourish
Some invertebrates can be good for gardens, but they're not the only ones. This fascinating mammal will enrich and aerate soil and wipe out common pests.
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8 Clever Ways To Keep Mosquitoes Away From Your Home (& Methods To Avoid)
From adding a fountain to using the right products and gadgets, there are plenty of ways to keep mosquitoes away this summer, plus a few methods to avoid.
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Use Old Egg Cartons To Create Budget-Friendly Pavers With This Savvy DIY
Looking to add a uniquely textured touch to your yard? Egg cartons can be turned into unique pavers in a DIY that will give your yard that personalized touch.
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15 Perennial Companion Plants That Thrive Next To Hostas
If your hostas are getting a little lonely, it might be time to plant them a new friend. Find some of the best options with this roundup of 15 prime picks.
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Skip Hydrangeas: The Drought-Tolerant Alternative To Add To Your Yard
This native shrub features sweet-smelling white flowers, and unlike hydrangeas, it rarely requires watering and won’t wilt in a drought. Here’s what to know.
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Give Tomatoes A Boost With A Fast-Growing Companion That Also Blocks Out Weeds
As a permaculture specialist who loves tomatoes, I'd choose this companion plant over bare soil any day of the week, especially if you're worried about weeds.
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The Perennial Plant You Should Prune In June For More Showstopping Blooms
We often think of pruning that is done in winter or early spring, before new buds appear. But a light June trim on this colorful perennial can work wonders.
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Beautify Your Backyard With This DIY Alternative To Boring Concrete Patio Walls
Concrete walls might be the default for creating a private patio, but it doesn't mean you have to use them. Use your green thumb to get creative with screening.
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How To Prune Peppers In Late Spring For A Stronger, Fuller Plant All Summer
Pepper plants do not always respond well to heavy pruning, especially early in the season when strong roots and healthy stems still need to develop.
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What To Do If You See Large, Bump-Like Mushrooms Growing On Your Trees
Spotting a charcoal-like lump on the trunk of a favorite tree is going to cause any gardener distress. What you do about it depends on how severe the issue is.
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Skip Hydrangeas: The Alternative That'll Look Beautiful All Year Long
This evergreen flowering shrub keeps its leaves through winter and reblooms from spring to fall, making it a colorful hydrangea alternative.
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How To Fertilize Marigolds And Extend Their Beautiful Blooms
Want to make your marigold blooms last for even longer? Try changing up the way you fertilize them. Here's what to know about caring for marigolds.
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What To Do If You Find Potted Plant Stains On Your Concrete Patio
Pot plant stains on concrete result from minerals, tannins, or fertilizers in water. The porous surface absorbs them. Treating the problem is, thankfully, easy.
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