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Garden Makeover Dos and Don’ts – Expert Tips To Guide Your Redesign
Get the best out of your garden makeover with these essential tips that will help you to plan and create the perfect design.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Boost Your Natural Pollinators: Native Bees To Welcome To Your Garden
There are many species of native bees in North America that we can support and attract by offering them food and shelter.
By Tonya Barnett
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Peat Moss And Gardening - Information About Sphagnum Peat Moss
Using peat moss for garden purposes improves the soil, but harvesting it and sphagnum peat moss is a controversial practice that’s not great for the environment.
By Jackie Carroll
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USDA Planting Zones: What Is My Growing Zone?
Understanding planting zones is not complicated. Learn how to find your zone on handy USDA maps and plan your garden accordingly.
By Gardening Know How
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6 Ways The Goth Gardening Trend Is Surprisingly Sophisticated And Sustainable
It's time to rethink your assumptions about goth gardens. This deliciously dark theme offers a wealth of design inspiration that all gardeners can learn from.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Seed Soaking: Tips For Soaking Seeds Before Planting
Soaking seeds before planting is the best way to germinate certain types of seeds, but not necessarily others. Knowing the basics will help.
By Heather Rhoades
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WHAT IS ROOTSTOCK? HOW AND WHY TO USE ROOTSTOCK
It’s fascinating how rootstock for grafting results in stronger trees that bear better fruit. You may not be a professional grower, but knowing how this works will make you a better-informed consumer.
By Teo Spengler
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How To Correct Nitrogen Deficiency in Soil
If your soil test shows a deficiency, you may need to add extra nitrogen for plants. Correct levels of nitrogen are crucial for healthy plants and successful gardening.
By Teo Spengler
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How I Turned An Overgrown Field Into My Most Productive Vegetable Garden Ever
Wondering how to turn an overgrown field into a garden full of tasty produce? It’s easy! Here’s how I turned an old patch of hay into my best vegetable garden ever.
By Laura Walters
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How To Remove Grass For A Garden Using The Simple And Sustainable No-Till Method
Kick grass to the curb! Turn your boring lawn into a beautiful garden with the easy and eco-friendly no-till method.
By Laura Walters
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15 Thrifty Ideas To Grow A Garden For (Almost) Free – With Tips From Industry Experts
Gardening can be an expensive hobby, but it doesn’t have to be. These money-saving tips from industry insiders will dramatically cut the costs – from getting plants for free, to a touch of DIY.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Best Native Plants For Winter Interest In The Garden
Native plants for winter interest are pretty and will keep birds and wildlife happy in the cold months.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Don’t Make These 5 Bird Bath Mistakes If You Want More Birdies!
Love your birdlife but failing to entice many feathered visitors? Check your backyard’s bathing facilities and make sure you avoid these classic bird bath mistakes
By Janey Goulding
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Are Plants Sentient? An Investigation Of Plant Intelligence
The question of whether plants are sentient or conscious is still not fully answered, but plant lovers might have their own opinions.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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5 Health-Boosting Gardening Habits You Need To Adopt
Make these simple changes to your gardening routine to improve your health, wellbeing, and overall quality of life.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Rooting Plants From Cuttings: Easy Plant Propagation
Rooting plants gives you power over future plants and means you don’t have to buy as many. Here’s how to propagate your favorites with stem cuttings
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Experts Reveal The Top 3 Reasons Seeds and Seedlings Fail – And Offer Solutions
When seeds and seedlings rot or fail to sprout, it's a crushing blow to your growing ambitions. Discover how to avoid the most common pitfalls.
By Melanie Griffiths