How to Test The Viability of Garden Seeds
Not sure how old that packet of seeds is? Use this simple test to learn if your garden seeds are still viable.
Rhododendrons: Guide to Planting, Growing, and Care
There’s good reason that Rhododendrons are one of the most popular landscaping plants in the world. Their long life, beautiful flowers, unique, mostly evergreen foliage, beautiful shape, and ease of care make them a reliable standout in any perennial garden.
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When Is the Best Time to Prune Trees and Shrubs?
Pruning trees and shrubs can be challenging. In spring we’re anxious to tidy them up when the best thing for the plant may be to leave it alone.
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When Should You Stop Mowing Your Lawn in the Fall?
As days become shorter in autumn, your grass will grow slower, so your weekly routine might move to every 10 days or even 14 days.
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Why Do Tree Leaves Fall in Autumn?
Why is it that some tree leaves change color to red, orange and yellow and drop from trees every fall?
When to Plant Spring Flowering Bulbs
Spring bulbs, also known as hardy bulbs, create some of the showiest flower blooms in the garden from late winter to early summer.
How to Grow Cucumbers in Garden Beds or Containers
Cucumbers are one of the most popular, carefree, and easiest vegetables to grow in your garden or in containers on sunny balconies, patios or decks.
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How to Grow Strawberries in Your Garden
Strawberries are one of my favorite fruits to grow in my garden. Depending on what types of strawberries you plant, you can enjoy fruit almost all season.
Lawn Alternatives for an Eco-Friendly Yard
Replacing your lawn with ground covers, meadows, ornamental grasses and other eco-friendly alternatives has many benefits. Includes resources by state.
Breck’s Garden Tools: Rosewood Pruners & Hori Hori Knife (Review)
Breck’s has two excellent tools you should consider adding to your garden toolbox: their Rosewood Bypass pruner and the Hori Hori Knife Ultimate Garden Tool.
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