A “Native Plant of the Month” club introduced me to the various unique stages of the prairie smoke...
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Pruning forsythia: When to trim branches without affecting next year’s flowers
Forsythias are one of those welcome signs of spring, a reassurance that warmer, sunny days are on...
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How to prune dill for bushier plants, summer dishes, and drying
Dill is among my favorite herbs I grow in my raised beds, not only because of the delicious harvest,...
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Drought tolerant shade plants: Options for dry, shady gardens
When I think of shady spots in a garden, I think of more woodland-like conditions where the soil is...
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Direct seeding: Tips on sowing seeds right in the garden
Every winter, I make a plan for which veggies, flowers, and herbs I’m going to start from seed throughout...
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Low growing perennials: Choosing short plant options for the garden
The gardens that lined the lengths of my the backyard at my first home weren’t straight. They were...
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