Bearded irises (Iris germanica) are a star of the late spring garden. Their big floppy blooms...
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Garden maintenance
Natural fertilizer choices for the garden
Instead of turning to synthetic chemical fertilizers to feed your plants, consider relying on natural...
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How to plant grass seed: A simple guide to success
Lawns are everywhere. Some are highly tended; others, not so much. My own lawn is a mixed planting...
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Top dressing the lawn: How to have thicker, healthier grass
If you love the look of a lush, green lawn, but you don’t want to spread synthetic chemical fertilizers...
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Pruning pepper plants for improved plant health and yields
The debate about whether or not to prune tomato plants seems to be a constant in the gardening world....
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Tomato plant suckers: When and how to prune tomato plants
It’s a question I’m asked all the time, “Should I remove tomato plant suckers?” The answer:...
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