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  • mums blooming in front of a pumpkin

    25 Garden Shrubs That Flower And Bloom In The Fall

    Are you sad at the sight of fading blooms at the end of summer? Plant any of these flowering shrubs, and you'll keep your yard colorful well into fall.

    By Barb Hudson 5 months ago Read More
  • Several orange trees grow on an orange tree farm, bursting with fruit in the sunlight.

    Why Delicious Fruit Trees May Be Welcoming Ticks Into Your Garden

    If you have ticks in your yard, it could be that they're being drawn to the fruit trees you have planted. But not for the exact reason you might think.

    By Emma Atkinson 5 months ago Read More
  • applying 10-10-10 fertilizer to garden

    The Popular Fertilizer You Need To Avoid (And What Kind Your Garden Needs Instead)

    Not every fertilizer is good for your plants. The wrong combination of minerals actually causes nutrient deficiencies and blocks healthy symbiotic relationships.

    By Katharine Hansen 5 months ago Read More
  • A gardener works in his tropical backyard.

    Add Texture To Warm-Climate Gardens With A Unique Flowering Vine

    Finding warm-climate vines that check all the boxes is tough. This climber offers privacy and texture with leathery leaves, multicolored flowers, and odd fruit.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 5 months ago Read More
  • Red berries on a yaupon holly tree

    A Fast-Growing Red Tree That Attracts Birds And Loves Shade Has Downsides

    There are benefits to growing this colorful evergreen tree, but the risks may outweigh the rewards. Find out if this plant that birds love is right for you.

    By Kyle Schurman 5 months ago Read More
  • Person trimming a tree with pruners

    The PVC Hack You Need To Make Trimming A Pruning Trees So Much Easier

    Trimming and pruning trees is a must to maintain their health and beauty. Try this PVC hack to extend your pruning shears and reach unreachable branches.

    By Kathleen Shipman 5 months ago Read More
  • Red mulberries growing on a branch with green leaves.

    The Biggest Downside To Planting A Mulberry Tree In Your Yard (And If You Still Should)

    Mulberry trees are beloved to wildlife, and the fruits are pretty delicious to humans, too. But this one downside makes them unpopular with many gardeners.

    By Meg Jernigan 5 months ago Read More
  • Three pumpkins growing together among leaves

    How To Tell If Your Pumpkins Are Overcrowded (And How To Fix It)

    Autumn is the time for growing pumpkins in the garden, but if your pumpkins are overcrowded, they won't produce the best results for jack-o'-lanterns.

    By Candina Jordan 5 months ago Read More
  • Boston ivy changing color in fall from green to red.

    Grow This Pretty Pink Perennial With Fast-Growing Ivy For A Cozy Garden Feel

    Create even more impact on a foliage-covered wall or fence of ivy by adding a plant with similar environmental preferences that produces stunning flowers.

    By Lyssa Chatterton 5 months ago Read More
  • A vining flowering plant grows up the front wall of a brick home.

    Easily DIY A Simple Garden Trellis For Thriving Flowers, Vines, And Veggies

    Need a trellis for those bean seedlings or jasmine saplings you just planted? DIY a sturdy, affordable garden trellis in no time with these easy instructions.

    By Patti Kaz 5 months ago Read More
  • Two women planting potted tree saplings in a backyard.

    16 Fast-Growing Trees You Should Plant In September To Transform Your Landscape

    Think you can only plant trees in your yard in spring? Think again! These fast-growing trees do well planted in early fall (or September) if done with care.

    By Selena Ivette Rodriguez 5 months ago Read More
  • Tomatoes affected by blight grow on the bush.

    The Simple Tomato Gardening Tip You Need To Help Stop Blight Before It Starts

    Tomato blight is one of the most common problems with growing tomatoes, causing dark spots on the leaves, stems, and fruit. Here's how to help to prevent it.

    By Ashley Ndebele 5 months ago Read More
  • A small uprooted tree in a backyard

    How To Salvage Plants That Wind Up Uprooted

    Uprooted plants don’t always mean defeat for your garden. With some quick action and careful handling, they may just have a chance at survival.

    By Nevena Radulovic 5 months ago Read More
  • A small cottage-style home framed by a tree-lined small yard

    Privacy Is Possible In Small Yards When You Plant This One Stunning, Easy-Care Tree

    If you're looking to add privacy to a small yard, you may feel that your options are limited. This attractive Asian native may just be the tree you need.

    By Sam Manzella 5 months ago Read More
  • Large orange pumpkins on the vine in a pumpkin patch with low sun in the sky

    Neglecting This Gardening Task May Be Seriously Hurting Your Pumpkin Crop

    Improve your pumpkin crop in the fall by ensuring that your plant's vines and roots are not damaged due to forgetting about this one essential gardening task.

    By R. A. Fletcher 5 months ago Read More
  • Person using long-handled yellow pruners on tree without leaves.

    How To Preserve Juicy Fruit When Pruning A Meyer Lemon Tree

    Meyer lemons are juicy additions to the garden, but you do have to know how to prune them to optimize fruit production. Here's when and how to prune them.

    By Meg Jernigan 5 months ago Read More
  • Beautiful front yard landscaping with splashes of color

    The Pretty Shrub That Thrives In Any Soil, While Adding Color To Your Front Yard

    If you have challenging soil around your home, try adding this pretty shrub that produces beautiful berries and tolerates a range of soil types.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 5 months ago Read More
  • Pruning bush with large shears

    10 Plants To Avoid Pruning In September And What To Do Instead

    When it comes to pruning, timing is essential. If pruned in September, some plants will not flower next year or will lose their new growth to winter frosts.

    By Ana Markosi 5 months ago Read More
  • Garden in the shade with rich foliage

    17 Fast-Growing Shade Plants That Will Effortlessly Fill Your Garden With Color

    Quickly brighten up the darker corners of your garden or the empty spots beneath trees in your yard by growing colorful and vigorous shade-loving plants.

    By Lou Siday 5 months ago Read More
  • A climbing philodendron outfoors with large green heart-shaped leaves

    Give Your Climbing Plants A Place To Grow With A Clever Repurposing Solution

    With minimal supplies, repurpose bathroom storage as a unique frame for your climbing plants. Try this DIY indoors or outside for a beautiful display.

    By Charlotte D. Miller 5 months ago Read More
  • A home's backyard is lined with hedges and a variety of small trees for privacy.

    The Fast-Growing Narrow Tree That Doubles As A Privacy Fence

    Before you add a fence or hedge to your yard for privacy, consider adding this tree, which offers tons of shade and a natural beauty to your yard.

    By Jason Rochlin 5 months ago Read More
  • Rosemary plants growing in a raised garden bed with other plants and flowering shrubs.

    Should You Divide Your Rosemary Plants? What Every Gardener Needs To Know

    Your rosemary plant is getting leggy and taking over the garden. Dividing could be the answer, but first you need to know if woody shrubs enjoy the practice.

    By Jack Vatsal 5 months ago Read More
  • scenic view of trees and mountains in the Mediterranean

    The Classic Mediterranean Fruit Tree You Can Grow In Sandy Soil

    This Mediterranean tree is low maintenance, requiring sunshine and free-draining soil, and can typically provide you with delicious fruits twice a year.

    By Charlotte D. Miller 5 months ago Read More
  • Base of a large tree with exposed roots.

    The Easy-To-Grow Ground Cover That's Perfect For Covering Exposed Tree Roots

    The area under trees is often the most unattractive part of a garden, with bare soil and exposed roots. This pretty ground cover makes the perfect disguise.

    By Katie Flannery 5 months ago Read More
  • Gardening in sandy-loamy soil

    Delicious Fruit Trees That Grow Well In Sandy Soil

    Having sandy soil in the yard doesn't mean you can't have an orchard full of trees bearing delicious fruit. You just have to plant the right trees.

    By Kristeen Cherney 5 months ago Read More
  • Fresh cucumbers growing in a garden on the vine.

    The Fast-Growing Cucumber Variety You Should Plant For A Tasty Harvest In No Time

    If you want to grow your own cucumbers quickly, try planting this variety — it matures in under two months. Here are the best practices for growing it.

    By Ashley Ndebele 5 months ago Read More
  • a hand holding cherry pits and stems.

    How To Grow A Cherry Tree From Kitchen Scraps (And If It's Worth It)

    If you want to grow a cherry tree, simply hang onto that pit and get ready to wait months for it to sprout and years for it to produce fruit.

    By Emma Atkinson 5 months ago Read More
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