Ants may not directly damage trees, but they can do so by protecting harmful pests. Thankfully, there's an easy solution to deter them from climbing up a tree.
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A well-maintained lawn and clearly managed borders can make unwanted plants easier to spot, but preventing a painful rash still requires careful cleanup.
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One fast-growing tree is often mistaken for poison ivy when young, but it offers several landscaping benefits once you know how to identify it.
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Hostas and shade trees are a classic pair, but this specific tree creates too much shade for even hostas to survive, not to mention its competitive roots.
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See how some of the most popular online nurseries rank against each other when it comes to quality of plants, reputation, customer service, and selection.
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Keeping your plants slug-free can be a challenge, especially if you don't want to rely on dangerous chemicals. This non-toxic treatment provides a solution.
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You might think all flowers close their petals at night but most don't. For those that do, they aren't sleeping, but exhibiting a specific plant movement.
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Gardenias naturally have vibrant, green leaves, but when they start to yellow, it's often a sign of an issue with your plant's care or environment.
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Hummingbirds are attracted to bright, tubular flowers filled with nectar, and that's exactly what this native vine offers them if you add it to your yard.
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While these two plants might look good together, their vastly different care needs will make it nearly impossible to thrive in the same garden bed.
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Tired of milkweed? This native shrub attracts a dozen butterfly and moth species. It has prolific spring blooms, tasty (to larvae) leaves, and red fall berries.
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A lush, tropical-looking landscape isn't limited to warm climates. One resilient tree brings oversized foliage and an island-inspired feel farther north.
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Oakleaf hydrangeas, native to the southeastern U.S., bloom on old wood, which is a key reason behind this important August maintenance step.
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When bee balm's bloom time ends, this perennial picks up and lasts until late fall. Hummingbirds love the bright red color, and shape of its trumpet flowers.
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This poisonous plant is native to North America and produces berries that birds enjoy. Here's how to safely maintain it as a resource for the local wildlife.
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Bamboo stakes don't last long, decomposing after a season or two. This inexpensive alternative is made from a durable material that should outlast your garden.
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This gorgeous bush doesn't just provide a stunning pop of white in the garden — it's also attractive to pollinators, from butterflies to birds, year-round.
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Mulberries are lovely shade trees with a big downside — staining. However, there's another popular native shade tree with the same problem worth avoiding.
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Like hydrangeas, this plant's blooms grow in clusters. Only, the shape resembles a bottlebrush! It's also low-maintenance, and grows across seven zones: 3-9.
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If you're looking for a way to protect the growth on your fruiting trees and shrubs, this simple Amazon product could provide an easy solution.
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Blueberries can be planted during multiple points in the year, but if you want a summer harvest, follow these tips for the best spring timing.
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Attracting bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and bats to a garden is a goal for any gardener. Turns out there's a way to help these tiny pollinators to zero in.
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Looking for a rustic fence material? Modern vinyl or cheap chainlink just isn't going to cut it, but this whimsical living fence might just do the trick.
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This hummingbird-attracting shrub is compact enough not to disturb retaining walls, yet has a spreading habit that will make the wall much more attractive.
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An unexpected climbing plant can soften the look of a chain-link fence while adding seasonal interest and a touch of natural charm to your yard.
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This easy-to-grow perennial from the mint family is known for its fragrant qualities. In fact, its name derives from the Greek word meaning "aromatic herb."
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A Japanese Maple tree is one of the most beautiful trees you can have in your yard, but how long will you be able to enjoy it? Here's the answer.
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