When you look at the “ingredients” to growing a successful garden, there are a range of elements...
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Gardening Techniques
Preparing raised beds for winter: What to leave, what to pull, what to add, and what to put away
Preparing raised beds for winter, if you garden in them, should be an essential part of your autumn...
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How and when to fertilize bulbs
Planting spring-flowering bulbs is an essential part of my fall gardening to-do list. Every spring,...
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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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Grow a balcony garden full of veggies, herbs, and flowers
If you’re looking to transform your balcony into a lush garden—or even if you have a tiny...
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