The Best Time Of Day To Harvest Herbs For The Most Flavor
You can technically harvest herbs anytime, but this timing results in the most flavorful harvest due to the concentration of oils in the leaves.
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How To Grow A Full Hydrangea Hedge From Just One Plant
Rather than spending money on new hydrangea plants, use this method to gradually grow additional hydrangeas until you have a beautiful blooming hedge.
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How To Plant Your Potted Chrysanthemums So They Come Back Every Year
The quintessential fall garden is usually bursting with colorful chrysanthemums. If you've struggled to keep them coming back though, this guide will help.
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The Simple Pre-Planting Tip That Helps Prevent Tomatoes From Splitting
Split tomatoes can be a real disappointment. Luckily, it's easy to prevent tomatoes from cracking by making a simple adjustment pre-planting.
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Can You Grow Tomatoes In Gravel? Here's What You Should Know
You probably know that growing tomatoes in the same soil year after year, has its problems, which is why there's a better method using gravel that can help.
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Do Houseplants Really Need To Be Fertilized?
You probably know how important water and sunlight are for your indoor plants, but what about fertilizer? Here's what to keep in mind for your plants' health.
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The Overlooked Reason Your Greenhouse Plants Are Struggling
A greenhouse can extend your growing season, but it's important to create the right conditions. Find out the reason your greenhouse plants might struggle.
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Mixing Seeds With Cornmeal Before Planting: Genius Hack Or A Waste Of Time?
Have you heard about the gardening trick of adding cornmeal to your seeds? Learn the science behind the hack and see if it will actually benefit your plants.
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Help Your Peace Lily Plants Flourish With A Little-Known Gravel Trick
Peace lilies thrive with a certain level of humidity, which is something you can provide for them with this easy solution that just requires gravel.
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The Simple Gravel Trick That Can Help Your Orchids Thrive
Orchids have very specific needs that are often difficult to replicate indoors, but this quick and inexpensive gravel trick can make a major difference.
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The Garden Accessory That Prevents Hydrangeas From Drooping In Heavy Rain
Although those large hydrangea blooms are absolutely stunning, heavy rains can cause them to droop, but there's an easy solution to keep those flowers upright.
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The Overlooked Step That Will Help Your Kitchen Garden Thrive
Having a kitchen garden is a convenient way to incorporate fresh foods into meals. Find out what step you might be missing to protect your plants.
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Attract Butterflies And Bees With A Pollinator-Magnet Plant That Thrives In Heat
If your yard gets full sun or reaches high temps, then this heat-tolerant herb will be right at home. Once it flowers, you'll have pollinators stopping by.
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The Medicinal Herb Your're Likely Not Growing (But Should Be)
If you'd like to grow medicinal herbs in your yard, consider this attractive perennial. Its use as a culinary and medicinal herb dates back thousands of years.
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The Gardening Tip That Can Keep Your Radishes From Cracking
Crispy, spicy radishes are an amazing addition to your homegrown salad. But if yours always seem to crack, this simple gardening habit can be a game changer.
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This Simple Fruit Trick Could Be The Key To A Garden Full Of Beautiful Butterflies
Dreaming of a butterfly haven in your garden? This easy fruit-related hack could be your ticket to attracting more of these beautiful pollinators.
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Why Lavender And Basil Make A Bad Gardening Pair
Lavender and basil might seem like a natural pairing, but it's unlikely that these two easy-to-grow plants will thrive when placed next to each other.
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Your Tomato Plants Will Thrive With The Help Of One Common Bathroom Essential
Tomato plants need healthy soil in order to produce delicious, juicy fruit. In some cases, the solution is as simple as a sprinkle of a common product.
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How To Create A Garden Full Of Essential Kitchen Herbs In One Basket
Growing fresh herbs offers a way to both liven up your cooking and spruce up your space. Keep them in one convenient container with this adorable basket idea.
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The Popular Vegetable You Should Add To Your Garden For Healthier Soil
Improving soil quality can be a difficult process with a ton of amendments, but planting a common vegetable can do a significant amount of the work for you.
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The No-Cost Solution You Need For Making Potted Plants Look Fuller
Even if your plant is healthy, it can take some time for it to completely fill out. Create a more lush, show-stopping look with this simple planting hack.
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The Easiest Way To Stop Weeds From Growing In Gravel Before They Start
Fighting off weeds can feel impossible, but this simple switch will help prevent their growth and make maintenance much easier down the line.
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The Lavender Variety That Thrives In Conditions That Kill Lawns
Maintaining a lush, green lawn can be difficult, especially if you live in an area that's hot and dry. This lavender variety, however, might provide a solution.
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Don't Make The Mistake Of Pruning Lavender At The Wrong Time-Here's When To Do It
Pruning lavender can help encourage bushy growth, more blooms, and a contained shape, but doing it incorrectly could cause damage to the plant.
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What Is The Green Drenching Garden Trend & Is It Right For You?
The green drenching garden trend is growing in popularity. Here's everything you need to know about what it is and how to incorporate it in your yard.
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The Valuable Bird Feeder Tip You Shouldn't Overlook To Attract More Visitors
If your goal is to see more birds in your yard, this bird feeder tip is one you shouldn't overlook. Here's how to attract more birds and a larger variety.
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