Pine Straw Vs Mulch: Only One Reigns Superior For Your Garden
When it comes to covers for your garden soil, pine straw may be right. You'll only know for sure once you've compared it to the many mulch materials out there.
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Late Winter Is The Best Time To Prune Woody Rosemary - Here's The Best Way To Do It
It can be difficult to determine when it's time to trim back your rosemary, but scraggly, woody branches are a clear sign it's ready for a late winter chop.
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Lobelia Flowers To Grow Together To Attract Hummingbirds
To invite more hummingbirds to your garden, consider planting these flowers as a dynamic duo. They both feed the birds and provide a nice color contrast.
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The Best Way To Mulch Blueberry Plants In Winter For Better Berries In Summer
Don't put away your gardening gloves the minute frost hits. Your blueberry plants still need winter protection. Follow these mulching tips for bigger berries.
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The Fragrant Shrub With Pretty Yellow Flowers That Will Feed The Birds In Your Yard
What if there was a low-maintenance plant that not only looked beautiful, but attracted birds to your yard year-round? This shrub checks every box.
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The Natural Stone Countertop Material That Pairs Perfectly With White Subway Tiles
Looking to elevate a white subway tile backsplash? Pick this stone countertop for subtle luxury that won't overpower space or go out of style.
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Keeping Birds Safe In Your Garden Starts With This Fertilizer Advice
Many fertilizers contain ingredients that can harm birds’ health. Here’s how to pick a bird-safe fertilizer and apply it for maximum safety.
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The Rule To Follow That Gives You A Stunning Flower Arrangement Every Time
If you're new to flower arranging or just want to make life easier, then following this classic design rule can ensure your bouquets always look beautiful.
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The Cold-Hardy Herb That Will Thrive In Your Winter Garden
Most plants go into hibernation over the winter, but one quirky herb thrives in colder weather and can add some extra flavor to your chilly-day food.
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Keep Your Croton Plants Healthy Throughout Winter With One Essential Tip
A sudden cold snap can mean big trouble for your tropical croton plants. But you can avoid this risk altogether with a simple change to the environment.
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The Actual Difference Between Deadheading And Pruning
Are you one of those gardeners who group any task requiring shears under the pruning banner? It turns out deadheading is a unique method with specific quirks.
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Keep Birds Coming To Your Yard In Winter With A Simple Addition To Your Bird Feeder
In the winter, birds will likely come to your bird feeder in search of energy-dense food to stay warm. This addition will provide that for them.
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The Mini Melon Variety That Thrives When Grown In Containers
If you're a small-space gardener and you thought that growing melons is impossible, think again, because this mini melon variety will thrive in a container.
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Don't Throw Out Your Dead Plants This Winter - Use Them To Make Nutrient-Rich Compost
As the growing season draws to a close and your garden beds are filled with dead plants, consider adding them to your compost pile to benefit your yard.
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The Flowering Mini Pomegranate Variety That You Can Grow In A Pot
A big backyard isn't always required for gardening. This variety of pomegranate is easy to maintain and can be grown in a pot or different container.
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The Popular Plant To Avoid Pruning In Winter If You Want Big Spring Blooms
Pruning in winter is an important practice for many flowering plants to ensure their bloom in the spring. However, you'll want to avoid this one.
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How To Overwinter Chive Plants So They Come Back Healthy In Spring
Winter doesn't have to mean the end of your chive plants. Chives tolerate cold quite well, and you can take these steps to give them the best chance to survive.
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How And When To Prune A Boston Fern For A Thriving Plant
Boston ferns are low-maintenance plants. They only need a little pruning to look healthy and maintain their natural shape, but you'll need to do it correctly.
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How To Care For Your Potted Hydrangeas During The Winter Months
Smooth and panicle hydrangeas are cold hardy; other varieties, not so much. Care for these plants well in winter and they'll survive to bloom another spring.
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Don't Prune This Shrub In Winter - It Will Only Decrease Its Spring Blooms
Azaleas produce clouds of vibrant blooms from spring to fall, but only if you stick to a pruning schedule that doesn't mess with the plant's natural cycles.
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This Beautiful Ornamental Grass Is A Magnet For Attracting Mice
Ornamental grass can beautify your surroundings, but unfortunately, one gorgeous and easily maintained option is also a haven for mice and other rodents.
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Furnace Room Safety Tips Every Homeowner Should Know
Furnace rooms are often ignored, but small safety mistakes can lead to serious risks. Here’s what homeowners should know to keep their homes safe.
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The Houseplant That Thrives On Little Water & Is Easy To Care For
Getting your watering schedule perfect for your houseplants is arguably the hardest part of indoor gardening. Solve this issue by growing a drought-hardy plant
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The Fruit That Should Be Pruned In Winter
Winter can be harsh on plants, so interference might seem like exacerbation. This not the case with this fruiting plant that welcomes winter treatments.
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Harbor Freight Has Many Types Of Work Gloves. How To Choose The Best For You
Work gloves aren't all created equally - they have different features based on what you're using them for. Here's how to choose the best Harbor Freight gloves.
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The Pink Berried Bush That's Great For Small Spaces & Containers
No backyard in your house? No problem! This delightful bush can be grown in the smallest of spaces — and the berries it produces are delicious, too.
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Not Daily, Not Weekly: Here's How Often To Water Your Spider Plant This Winter
Wondering why your spider plant is looking droopy in winter? Giving it a drink of water might not be the fix it needs. In fact, the soil may be waterlogged.
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