GMO: The Official Definition Will Surprise You
What is a GMO? The official definition from the USDA may not be the same as what you believe a GMO is.
Is Your Lawn a Chemical Dump?
Chemical companies want us to weed and feed our lawns unnecessarily every spring and fall. As a result the American lawn has become a chemical dump.
How To Grow Onions: Which Types are Best For Your Area?
Onions are relatively easy to grow in your garden, as long as you’ve chosen the right cultivar for the day length in your area of North America.
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How to Read a Plant Tag
An explanation of what all of those terms on plant tags and seed packets really mean.
Shiitake Mushrooms – How I Grew Them Indoors At Home
Shiitake mushrooms are incredibly versatile. Their earthy fragrance and meaty texture enhance a wide variety of dishes.
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What Is The Best Rabbit, Squirrel and Deer Repellent? (Liquid Fence review)
Wild mammals like the same foods as we do, especially in such tidy groupings in your garden. Liquid Fence is by far the most effective repellent for keeping them out.
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Review: Gardening For The Birds: How to Create A Bird-Friendly Backyard by George Adams
How little, it turns out, I knew about birds, especially the species that live in my backyard.
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How To Care For a Potted Norfolk Pine Christmas Tree
A Norfolk Pine makes a wonderful Christmas gift or houseplant. But can you plant it outside after the holidays?
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Poinsettias: Tips on Caring for the Holiday’s Most Loved Plant
Tips for choosing a healthy Poinsettia and how to take care of it at home. Follow these tips and you’ll enjoy your Poinsettia’s color well into March.
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You Won’t Believe These Crazy Rhododendron Roots
Sometimes plants survive – but don’t thrive – in spite of the way we treat them. Just like this rhododendron I recently rehabbed.
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