The Downside To Planting A Maple Tree In Your Healthy Lawn
Maple trees are beautiful and many are native to the United States, but before you put one in your perfectly manicured lawn, here's something to consider.
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The Easy Way To Encourage Fruits On Your Tomato Plant To Turn Red
As we creep near the end of the growing season, you may notice the tomatoes on your plants aren't ripening. Here's how to give them the nudge they need.
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The Colorful Full-Sun Succulent That Thrives When You Deadhead It
Succulents are more known for their low maintenance than their showy petals, but this pretty succulent will benefit from some extra care after it blooms.
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Why You Should Never Fertilize Your Lawn During A Drought
You might be tempted to fertilize your grass if it's looking brown or dormant during extreme drought, but experts warn against this mistake.
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Don't Let The Name Fool You: You Should Never Grow Sweet Cherry Trees
Sweet cherry tree is actually an invasive species in many parts of the United States where it is known to grow quickly and spread, competing with other trees.
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How To Grow Arugula In The Fall For A Full Harvest Before Winter Hits
Make your own salads this fall and winter with a fresh garden harvest when you plant easy-to-grow arugula and watch it sprout in a matter of days.
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The Drought-Resistant Mint Variety You Have To Try In Your Dry Garden
Not only does this mint species have pretty flowers and fragrant leaves, but it's also low maintenance and doesn't require much water or care once established.
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Are Ants As Beneficial To Peonies As Some Say? Not Really
Have you heard the idea that ants are required to help tight, peony buds open and bloom? Read on to find out why gardeners say this is a myth.
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Glow-In-The-Dark Succulent Plants Sound Dreamy—but Come With A Dark Side
Glowing succulents may sound like a dream for plant lovers, but the reality is more complicated. Scientists are experimenting, but the results aren’t ready.
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The Citrusy Tropical Tree That Will Thrive With Little Maintenance
If you garden in the tropics, finding plants that can survive the heat and humidity is challenging. Thankfully, this attractive herbaceous shrub loves both.
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9 Herbs You Should Always Prune In The Fall
Sometimes plants need a little help between seasons to prepare for upcoming cold weather. Prune these herbs in the fall for healthy spring growth.
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A Fast-Growing Alternative To Lettuce Begging To Be In Your Garden
Lettuce can take up to 80 days to be ready to harvest after seeding. This fast-growing alternative can be harvested in as little as half that time.
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The Best Way To Water Strawberry Plants That Helps Prevent Disease
Did you know that soil can carry bacteria and fungi that can infect your strawberry plants? This is one reason you should ditch the hose when watering.
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The Only Type Of Bulbs You Should Soak Before Planting (& Why It Matters)
While soaking bulbs is not recommended for most species, there are a couple of bulbs you do need to soak before you plant them in the garden.
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Here's Why Your Oak Tree Is Shooting You With So Many More Acorns Than Usual This Year
Lying under the canopy of an oak tree, you're hit over and over. The trees aren't out to get you. Learn the theories as to why they're dropping so many acorns.
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A Jar Of Water Is All You Need To Grow More Gorgeous Peace Lily Plants
Peace lilies make gorgeous houseplants, and if you would love to multiply your collection, you can easily propagate new plants using just a jar of water.
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The Best Time Of Year To Plant Perennial Catmint In The Garden
Perennial catmint has many benefits for the garden: it's hardy, looks pretty, attracts pollinators, and smells nice. Know when to plant it for best success.
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Pruning Vs. Deadheading Hibiscus: The Difference And Which Is Best To Do When
Did you know that there's a distinct difference between pruning and simply deadheading when it comes to caring your tropical hibiscus shrubs?
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The 12 Best Simple Solutions To Prevent Weeds From Growing In Gravel
Keep your gravel areas weed-free by choosing the right type of gravel, prepping the area properly, and eliminating favorable conditions for weed germination.
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Low-Light Conditions Aren't A Problem For This Stunning Houseplant
Don't overlook that dimly-lit area of your home when adding houseplants because there's one stunning tropical species that will love a spot there.
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One Of The Best Options For Ground Cover That Can Actually Handle Foot Traffic
If you're looking for a hardy ground cover that's also almost maintenance-free and doesn't mind a bit of foot traffic, here's one you might want to try.
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The Easier To Care For String Of Hearts Dupe Every Plant Owner Should Have
It is like the string of hearts, but it's much less temperamental. This miniature climbing plant also has a sweet scent with a heart-shaped bloom.
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The Backyard Addition That Could Cut Your Cooling Costs
The efficiency of your home and HVAC system impacts cooling costs, but you can cut them in other ways by being strategic about backyard structures.
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The Hardy Vegetable You Should Plant This Fall
As fall arrives, gardeners have many opportunities to plant delicious crops. Here is one cold-hardy vegetable to consider planting ahead of the first frost.
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The Invasive Vine You Should Avoid Planting In Your Yard At All Costs
If you're looking to add a ground cover to your backyard garden, be sure to avoid this invasive vine known for growing up to one foot per day.
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The Best Way To Get Rid Of Whiteflies On Indoor Houseplants
There's an easy way to combat problematic whiteflies on your indoor houseplants without harming the plant, but you might have to reapply it.
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The Best Time Of Year To Plant A Cherry Tree For The Best Fruit And Colorful Blooms
While the perfect timing may vary by region, this time of year has the best temperature, soil, and moisture conditions for a cherry tree to grow and thrive.
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