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How to Keep Aphids Away From Your Garden

July 10, 2023 by Mary Ward

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How to Keep Aphids Away From Your GardenHow to Keep Aphids Away From Your Garden““Large RadishRead the full guideSigns of aphid damageSee More IdeasVisit Gardening.orgVisit Gardening.orgNot only do aphids cause damage to plants, but they are vectors for disease, too.Learn MoreHow to control aphids ...

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Christmas Cactus After-Care: Brilliant Tips

July 9, 2023 by Mary Ward

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Christmas Cactus After-Care: Brilliant TipsChristmas Cactus After-Care: What About the Rest of the Year?Large RadishRead the full guidePruning Christmas CactusesSee More IdeasVisit Gardening.orgVisit Gardening.orgTrim off damaged or dried pieces of foliage and trim as needed after blooms have ...

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How to Control Tomato Hornworms

July 8, 2023 by Mary Ward

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How to Control Tomato HornwormsHow To Control Tomato HornwormsLarge RadishRead the full guideThe lifecycle of tomato hornwormsHornworms are the larval stage of the sphinx or hawk moth.Read Full GuideIdentifying hornwormsSee More IdeasVisit Gardening.orgVisit Gardening.orgOnce you know what a tomato ...

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9 Steps to Grow Shallots from Sets

July 7, 2023 by Mary Ward

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9 Steps to Grow Shallots from SetsHow to Grow Shallots from Sets ““Large RadishRead Full TutorialKnow When To PlantShallots can be planted in spring or fall, but most growers opt for fall planting.Full Growing GuideSee More IdeasVisit Gardening.orgVisit Gardening.orgEasy to grow, shallots are ...

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How to Make and Use Worm Tea

July 6, 2023 by Mary Ward

A wormery compost bin in a organic Australian garden with Feed Me worm sign.

How to Make and Use Worm TeaWorm Tea on Houseplants & Outdoor Plants““Large RadishRead the full guideSee More IdeasVisit Gardening.orgVisit Gardening.orgHow to make worm teaMaking worm tea is really just a process of steeping nutrients out of worm castings.Swipe UpSee More IdeasVisit ...

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10 Best Fall Perennials Other Than Mums

July 5, 2023 by Mary Ward

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10 Best Fall Perennials Other Than Mums10 Best Fall Perennials Other Than Mums““Large RadishRead the full guideSee More IdeasVisit Gardening.orgVisit Gardening.orgStonecropThese are so gorgeous!Swipe UpJapanese AnemoneWhite and beautiful, they'll make any space feel peaceful.See other ideasAnise ...

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Brilliant Trellising Options for the Garden

July 4, 2023 by Mary Ward

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Brilliant Trellising Options for the Garden5 Easy Trellising Options for the Garden ““Large RadishRead the full guidePlants That Really Need Support SystemsSee More IdeasVisit Gardening.orgVisit Gardening.orgPlants like pole beans and peas need a support structure for good growth, productivity, ...

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11 Good Reasons to Plant a Fall Garden

July 3, 2023 by Mary Ward

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11 Good Reasons to Plant a Fall Garden11 Good Reasons to Plant a Fall Garden““Large RadishRead the full guideFall gardening is easier on youSee More IdeasVisit Gardening.orgVisit Gardening.orgCooler temperatures and less intense sun make fall gardening much kinder in the bodyRead Full GuideFewer ...

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How To Grow a Garden for Survival & Self-Sufficiency

July 2, 2023 by Mary Ward

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How To Grow a Garden for Survival & Self-SufficiencyLarge RadishHow To Grow a Garden for Survival & Self-SufficiencyRead the full guidePlan Ahead for Your Self-Sustaining GardenSee More IdeasVisit Gardening.orgVisit Gardening.orgRead Full GuideHow much do you need to grow?Do the math before ...

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20 Best Trees for Small Gardens + Caring Tips

July 1, 2023 by Mary Ward

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20 Best Trees for Small Gardens + Caring Tips20 Best Trees for Small Gardens & TipsLarge RadishRead the full guideSee More IdeasVisit Gardening.orgVisit Gardening.orgJapanese mapleJapanese maples have interesting shapes and showy leaves.Swipe UpOrnamental cherryOrnamental cherry trees offer less ...

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Ground Cherries: Complete Growing Guide

June 30, 2023 by Mary Ward

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Ground Cherries: Complete Growing GuideGround Cherries Complete Growing GuideSee Full GuideGround CherriesGround cherries are a tasty yet lesser-known garden plant--but one definitely worth learning more about!Read Full GuidePhysalis peruvianaPhysalis pruinosa is the most common variety of ground ...

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Lupines Growing Guide: Tips & Tricks

June 29, 2023 by Mary Ward

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Lupines Growing Guide: Tips & TricksFloral PatternFloral PatternLupines Growing Guide: Tips & TricksRead Full GuideWhat Are LupinesLesser-known fact--this perennial favorite produces an edible bean!Learn moreWhere Do Lupines GrowLupines are native to Europe and the Americas but are ...

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Baby's Breath Growing Guide: Tips & Tricks

June 28, 2023 by Mary Ward

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Baby's Breath Growing Guide: Tips & TricksBaby's Breath Growing Guide: Tips & TricksLearn moreBaby’s Breath BasicsBaby’s breath can flourish in a wide range of growing zones, so it can do well in many areas.Learn moreWhy Grow Baby’s BreathBaby's breath loves a challenge and will grow in ...

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Hollyhocks Growing Guide: Tips & Tricks

June 27, 2023 by Mary Ward

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Hollyhocks Growing Guide: Tips & TricksHollyhocks Full Growing Guide Read Full Grow GuideHollyhocks OriginsHollyhocks are native to China but have been enjoyed around the world for centuries now.Learn moreWhere to Buy HollyhocksHollyhocks can often be found in-season at garden centers, but ...

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Hellebores Growing Guide: Tips & Tricks

June 26, 2023 by Mary Ward

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Hellebores Growing Guide: Tips & TricksHellebores Growing Guide: Tips & TricksRead Grow GuideWhy Grow HelleboresHellebores have an amazingly early bloom time, ranging from late winter to early spring.Learn moreThere are many different varieties of hellebore, ranging in color from white, to ...

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16 Long Blooming Perennials To Enjoy All Year Long (almost)

June 25, 2023 by Mary Ward

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16 Long Blooming Perennials To Enjoy All Year Long (almost)16 Long Blooming Perennials To Enjoy All Year Long (almost)Read full guideEverblooming DayliliesLearn moreShasta DaisiesRead full guideAstilbe (Astilbe x arendsii)Learn moreWood Betony (Betonica officinalis)Learn moreBleeding HeartRead full ...

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5 Safe Plants Cats Will Love

June 24, 2023 by Mary Ward

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5 Safe Plants Cats Will Love5 Plants to Grow for Indoor CatsSee full guideIf you’re looking to provide your cats with more stimulation and opportunities for play, or you simply want to keep them away from your houseplants, creating an indoor garden for a kitty is always a good ideaLearn ...

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15 Brilliant Companion Plants for Tomatoes

June 23, 2023 by Mary Ward

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15 Brilliant Companion Plants for Tomatoes15 Brilliant Companion Plants for TomatoesLearn moreBasilBasil and tomatoes--perfect partners in the kitchen and in the garden.PersimmonSee Full ListBorageBorage is often overlooked as a companion plant, but it is one that tops many lists.PersimmonLearn ...

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17 Gorgeous Flowers for Small Balcony Gardens

June 22, 2023 by Mary Ward

Begonias

17 Gorgeous Flowers for Small Balcony Gardens17 Beautiful Flowers for Small Balcony GardensLearn moreBegoniasIt’s hard not to love begonias. Not only are these beautiful flowers great for small balcony gardens, but the foliage is heart-shaped without flowersPersimmonLearn moreDianthusAn amazing ...

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Asters: Tips & What You Should Know

June 21, 2023 by Mary Ward

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Asters: Tips & What You Should KnowAsters: Tips & What You Should KnowLearn moreAbout AstersAsters grow in most locations, gracing the scene with their color and presence late in the season when many other blossoms have passed.PersimmonRead Full GuideWhere Do Asters GrowThe flowers commonly ...

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Brilliant Tips on Growing Columbines

June 20, 2023 by Mary Ward

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Brilliant Tips on Growing ColumbinesBrilliant Tips on Growing ColumbinesLearn moreWhat Are Columbines?“Columbine” is the common name for the genus of plants with the scientific name Aquilegia.See Grow GuideWhere Do Columbines GrowColumbines have an interesting ancestry and history of naturally ...

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6 Ways to Keep Deers Away from Your Garden

June 19, 2023 by Mary Ward

Friendly looking deer in organic garden.

6 Ways to Keep Deers Away from Your Garden6 Ways to Keep Away Deers from Your GardenLearn moreHow do I recognize damage from deerSome key signs will help you tell if it is deer that are causing your garden problems.Learn moreChoose deer-resistant plantsOne of the best ways to prevent deer from ...

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Russian Sage: Brilliant Growing Tips You Should Know

June 18, 2023 by Mary Ward

Russian Sage

Russian Sage: Brilliant Growing Tips You Should KnowRussian Sage: Brilliant Growing Tips You Should KnowLearn moreWhy Grow Russian Sage?Given its characteristics and benefits, there are many benefits to growing Russian sageRead Full GuideRussian Sage Landscaping IdeasRussian sage is more commonly ...

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Chrysanthemums (aka Mums): Must Know Growing Tips

June 17, 2023 by Mary Ward

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Chrysanthemums (aka Mums): Must Know Growing TipsChrysanthemums (aka Mums) Must Know Growing TipsLearn moreWhat are ChrysanthemumsYou may know chrysanthemums by the common shortened version of their name--"mums".Learn moreChrysanthemums BasicsThere are thousands and thousands of varieties of these ...

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Brilliant Iris Growing Hacks & Tips

June 16, 2023 by Mary Ward

Beautiful blooming blue irises.

Brilliant Iris Growing Hacks & TipsBrilliant Iris Growing Hacks & TipsLearn moreWhat Are Irises“Iris” is the name of a genus containing somewhere in the range of 260 to 300 species. The flowers irises produce cannot be easily mistaken for others.PersimmonRead Full GuideWhere Do Irises ...

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Petunias Growing Guide: Tips & Hacks

June 15, 2023 by Mary Ward

Pink bloomed petunias

Petunias Growing Guide: Tips & HacksFloral PatternFloral PatternPetunias Growth Tips & TricksLearn moreAre Petunias Annuals or PerennialsDid you know? If your climate is warm, petunias can be grown as perennials. In cool climates, they make lovely annual flowers.Learn moreWhy Grow ...

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Forsythias Growing Guide: Brilliant Tips

June 14, 2023 by Mary Ward

Collage of blooming Forsythias.

Forsythias Growing Guide: Brilliant TipsForsythias Growing Guide: Brilliant TipsRead Full GuideWhere Do Forsythias GrowMost (but not all) forsythias are from Asia.Read Full GuideWhy Grow ForsythiasEarly, bright blossoms after a long, cold winter are one reason to grow forsythia.Learn moreYellow is ...

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Dahlias Growing Guide: What You Should Know

June 13, 2023 by Mary Ward

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Dahlias Growing Guide: What You Should KnowDahlias Growing Guide: What You Should KnowLearn moreGet to know dahlia growing--you're sure to fall in love with these stunners!Read Full GuideDahlias are stunning late-season flowers that come in a variety of shapes, shades, and sizes.Learn moreFrom ...

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Baptisia Growing Guide: Brilliant Tips & Hacks

June 12, 2023 by Mary Ward

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Baptisia Growing Guide: Brilliant Tips & HacksFloral PatternFloral PatternBaptisia Growing Tips & HacksRead Full GuideWhat Are Baptisia Plants?Baptisia is the name of a genus of herbaceous plants that are part of the legume family.Learn moreWhy Grow Baptisia PlantsWild indigo requires almost ...

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Pansies Growing Guide: Brilliant Tips and Tricks

June 11, 2023 by Mary Ward

Container Pansies

Pansies Growing Guide: Brilliant Tips and Tricks50 Pansy Varieties & CareLearn moreGrowing Pansies From SeedGrowing from seed is the only way to get really unique varieties.See Full GuidePansies are a good snackPansies make great snacks for people and bugs alike.See Full GuideKnow What Pansies ...

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Gerbera Daises Guide: Tips & Growing Hacks

June 10, 2023 by Mary Ward

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Gerbera Daises Guide: Tips & Growing HacksGerbera Daises Guide: Tips & Growing HacksLearn moreAre Gerbera Daisies Annual or Perennial?Gerbera daisies are both annuals and perennials--it all depends on where you live.Learn moreAre Gerbera Daisies Annual or Perennial?With so many color ...

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Brilliant Facts You Didn't Know About Astlibes

June 9, 2023 by Mary Ward

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Brilliant Facts You Didn't Know About AstlibesBest Tips on Growing Astilbes Learn moreWhy Grow Astilbes?Astilbes thrive and bring drama and color in areas where many other plants cannot. They may be just what you are looking for to fill problem places.Learn moreAttract butterfliesAstilbes ...

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Crocuses: Brilliant Facts You Need to Know

June 8, 2023 by Mary Ward

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Crocuses: Brilliant Facts You Need to KnowCrocuses Full Growing Guide Learn moreWhy Grow CrocusesCrocuses are a piece of cake to grow and care for. They are super low-maintenance, and an excellent perennial choice for beginning gardeners.Learn moreThere Are Lots of Crocus VarietiesThere are ...

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Hyacinths: What You Need to Know (Growing Tips)

June 7, 2023 by Mary Ward

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Hyacinths: What You Need to Know (Growing Tips)Hyacinths Full Growing Guide (Plant, Grow, and Care)Learn moreWhy Grow Hyacinths?One of the best reasons to grow hyacinths? Besides their early blooms, their incredible scent!Learn moreHyacinths come in a wide range of colors.Read Full GuideHyacinths ...

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Brilliant Tips on How to Grow Stunning Phlox

June 6, 2023 by Mary Ward

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Brilliant Tips on How to Grow Stunning PhloxPhlox Full Growing Guide (Everything You Need to Know)Learn moreWhat Are Phlox?“Phlox” is a genus of plants in the Polemoniaceae family. There are 67 different species and plenty of different cultivars from which to choose.Learn moreThe basicsPhlox are ...

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How To Maintain Your Asparagus Bed For Long Life

June 5, 2023 by Mary Ward

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How To Maintain Your Asparagus Bed For Long LifeFloral PatternFloral PatternHow To Maintain Your Asparagus Bed For Long LifeLearn moreSoil pH Maintenance for Asparagus BedsIt's a good idea to test your asparagus soil pH annually, then amend it as needed.Learn moreFeeding and Fertilizing Your ...

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Lily of the Valley: Brilliant Tips on Growth & Care

June 4, 2023 by Mary Ward

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Lily of the Valley: Brilliant Tips on Growth & CareFloral PatternFloral PatternLily of the Valley: Best Tips on Growth & CareLearn moreWhat Are Lilies of the ValleyLily of the valley is the species with the scientific name Convallaria majalis. The common name can be written with or without ...

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Lobelias: Brilliant Growth & Care Tips

June 3, 2023 by Mary Ward

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Lobelias: Brilliant Growth & Care TipsLobelias: Brilliant Growth & Care TipsRead Full GuideWhat Are LobeliasThere are hundreds of varieties of lobelias, some more hardy than others.Learn moreLobelia BasicsLobelia's native range covers most temperate areas of the world.Learn moreWhy Grow ...

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Facts You Should Know About Grape Hyacinths

June 2, 2023 by Mary Ward

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Facts You Should Know About Grape HyacinthsGrape Hyacinths Growing Guide Read Grow GuideGrape Hyacinth Landscaping IdeasGrape hyacinths make nice border plants.Learn moreThere are so many Grape Hyacinth VarietiesThere are so many fragrant varieties of muscari to choose from.Read Grow GuideWhen ...

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Think Ahead: What Smart Gardeners Do in June

June 2, 2023 by Mary Ward

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Think Ahead: What Smart Gardeners Do in JuneThink Ahead: What Smart Gardeners Do in JuneWhite Scribbled UnderlineLearn moreStart weeding early.Stay ahead of weeds and they won't get ahead of youSee Full GuideUse barriers and mulch in lower priority beds and landscapes.Learn moreKeep new seeds and ...

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