When you see a caterpillar on dill in your garden—or other plants—you may be startled, grossed...
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When to harvest tomatillos for the best flavor
Tomatillos are a favorite in my veggie garden. One plant can produce an almost overwhelming harvest,...
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When to cut back peonies: Time your pruning to help next year’s blooms
After the first spring bulbs appear, the blooms I look forward to with the most anticipation in the...
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How to propagate sedum: Make new plants from division and cuttings, and by layering
A few years ago, I brought home a gorgeous maroon sedum from a plant sale. I planted it in my front...
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Hummingbird flowers to add to your pollinator garden
I first realized I had attracted hummingbirds to my yard when I was gardening. Earlier in the season,...
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Dark-leaved shrubs for the landscape
Shrubs serve so many purposes in the garden. They can create a hedge that adds privacy, provide a...
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