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gardening
Master gardener shares transformative tips for easy maintenance come spring time : 'It works'
Want a stunning spring garden that supports local wildlife? A master gardener's simple fall preparation tips can make it happen.The tips come from an...
thecooldown.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
Rare Ghost Orchid Stuns Experts with First Sighting in Over a Decade
The ghost orchid is one of nature’s most mysterious and elusive wonders. Imagine dedicating decades to finding something so rare that it’s been...
animalsaroundtheglobe.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
The New Good Life: How to plant woodland and the best trees for each season
Winter is the perfect time to get planting Trees are very special to me. When my husband and I got married, instead of wedding gifts...
countryliving.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
GPOD on the Road: Garden d’Lights at Bellevue
Happy Holidays, GPODers! The holidays often bring to mind many activities that happen outside of the garden: Big family meals, shopping for gifts, and...
finegardening.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
In East St. Louis, collard enthusiasts are applying serious science to rare varieties
Hundreds of collard greens are evenly planted in rows inside a softly-lit greenhouse at the Jackie Joyner-Kersee Food, Agriculture and Nutrition...
stlpr.org
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
How to prevent algae in a rain barrel – 5 simple steps, and the one error to avoid that could ruin your garden
Rain barrels are incredibly useful, turning rainfall into reliable, clean, free water that can keep your plants nourished during drought and reduce...
homesandgardens.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
Why you should keep your Christmas tree beyond the holidays
While the holidays are coming to an end, you should hang on to your Christmas tree. According to The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC), keeping...
yahoo.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
How to Grow Winter Pansies, a Cold-Hardy Plant That Will Fill Your Garden With Color
Also called ice pansies, winter pansies come in blues, purples, reds, pinks, and beyond. Winter pansies (Viola hiemalis), also known as ice pansies, provide beautiful...
marthastewart.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
Shopper shares concerns after disturbing practice takes over local gardening store: 'Makes me so mad every time I see it'
When perusing the aisles of their local hardware store, one shopper was suddenly drawn to something that looked unnaturally bright — a pallet of...
thecooldown.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening / how-to
Why Your Peace Lily Has Brown Tips: 9 Causes and How to Fix Them
Brown leaves are the bane of peace lily lovers. Here's how to remedy the problem for your plant. Peace lilies are popular indoor plants because...
bhg.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
Find out where your firewood comes from to prevent the spread of invasive pests
Crackling fires have long been a gathering place where idyllic chestnuts are roasted, stories shared and souls warmed, whether around a hearth or at a...
apnews.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening / health
Research team makes surprising discovery after planting multiple crops in the same field: 'It's a promising combination'
A new study from the University of Alberta points to an exciting way farmers can grow better crops while spending less on fertilizer. The secret?...
thecooldown.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
Can you grow a monstera in water? Expert tips for successful hydroponic houseplants
There are so many benefits to hydroponic gardening: it conserves resources, is perfect for indoor gardeners, and it's a beautiful way to display...
homesandgardens.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
How to grow rowan trees – for an ancient species with a touch of festive magic
The rowan tree, known as the mountain ash, is a mystical and ancient tree that has long been celebrated in folklore for its ornamental beauty...
homesandgardens.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
Free 'food forest' in East Austin expands with thousands of new plants
In East Austin, there is an edible forest garden called Festival Beach Food Forest where anyone can walk around and harvest free produce, nuts,...
culturemap.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
Homeowner pleads for advice after discovering unwelcome guest overtaking garden: 'They just come back stronger'
Flowers are usually a welcome sight in the garden, unless they're the result of an invasive plant species. Unfortunately, one Reddit poster is going...
thecooldown.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
Stomach cancer: Rotorua mother retires early after terminal diagnosis
Colleen Roberts was an “active” mother and grandmother - she worked full time as a specialist teacher and enjoyed gardening and travelling to see her...
nzherald.co.nz
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
Gardener shares creative hack to give a second life to toilet paper rolls: 'What a great idea'
We all need toilet paper, but there typically isn't much use for the cardboard rolls once they're finished. But one Instagrammer shared an easy hack...
thecooldown.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
When to prune a privet hedge – trimming this fast-growing plant is vital to keep it controlled
Privet has long been a popular hedging plant to provide a fast and dense screen. It is a quick-growing and versatile option for hedges, but...
homesandgardens.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Old Lady Cactus
Cacti are fascinating and beautiful if you don’t mind handling your plants gingerly. Their low-maintenance needs make them great for beginners and...
epicgardening.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
Best witch hazel varieties – with unusual spider-like blooms to transform your winter garden
Witch hazels are spectacular plants. When all else in the yard is dormant, these small trees or shrubs can transform an otherwise colorless winter...
homesandgardens.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
How to care for Sarcococca, the evergreen Christmas box plant
At first glance, sweet box (Sarcococca) may not seem to be a showstopper plant, but easily earns its place in any size of garden, being...
houseandgarden.co.uk
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
Should You Throw Toilet Paper Tubes In Your Garden? Here's What The Experts Say - Hunker
There are two ways to use your toilet paper tubes: bury them directly underground or compost them first. The quickest way is through burying: simply...
hunker.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
21 Houseplants That Will Grow Almost Anywhere
What kind of houseplants appeal to you? Maybe you prefer rare, exotic tropical species that are hard to grow, or, you like cultivating leggy vines...
epicgardening.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
How to protect your garden during the summer holidays - Kem Ormond’s vegetable garden
Kem Ormond is a features writer for NZME community newspapers and The Country. She’s also a keen gardener. This week, she’s mulching and...
nzherald.co.nz
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
Where Should I Place My Jade Plant? There Are 3 Main Spots in the Home, According to Feng Shui Experts
If you believe in positioning your furniture in accordance with the principles of feng shui, then why leave your houseplants to their own devices?...
livingetc.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
Columbus Expands Compost Drop-Off Program to Boost Sustainability
Most people are familiar with composting, which involves breaking down food and yard waste into nutrient-rich soil. But folks also know it takes...
columbusunderground.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
Art & Sol mangave on its way
Six months ago, I wrote a column introducing you to the Art & Sol collection of mangaves, which was having a soft release, with a...
stltoday.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
A city named for trees hasn’t had money to plant them. A local group is here to help
Rooted in Temescal, Sidewalk Trees and Gardens is expanding its community gardens and green spaces in Oakland. Off the bustling business corridor in...
oaklandside.org
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
Top 5 Houseplants for Each of the Most Popular Home Styles
Architectural styles refer to specific ornamentation and aesthetics and the overall design of a house as it relates to guiding principles like scale,...
epicgardening.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
Gardener spills the secret for easily maximizing your broccoli harvest from a single plant: 'Brilliant'
Did you know a single broccoli plant can provide you with broccoli for months after the initial harvest? TikToker Martha (@marfskitchengarden) shows...
thecooldown.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
‘God at work’: A mom’s journey with autism and butterflies — and creating a Monarch Waystation in Edgewood
A 15-foot dragon, graveyard headstones, skeleton bones, and a cauldron-stirring witch have transformed into cheerful Christmas figures alongside the...
nkytribune.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
Best Chinese evergreen varieties – 5 stunning choices with bright variegated foliage
Aglaonemas, or Chinese evergreens, have always been one of my favorite houseplants for lots of reasons: they have luscious full foliage, they...
homesandgardens.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
This Kansas City nonprofit helps teach immigrant communities to grow their own food
The Giving Grove, a nonprofit that works with residents of under-resourced communities to grow orchards, announced in December they will translate...
kcur.org
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
How to felt a shed roof - a step-by-step guide to keep it safe from rot and damp
Knowing how to felt a shed roof is essential if you want to create and achieve a waterproof shed. When learning how to install a...
idealhome.co.uk
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
Study uncovers surprising fact about wildflowers in urban areas: 'No difference … between the meadow types'
This study's findings could help boost biodiversity in cities.A recent study from researchers at the University of Warsaw found that small patches of...
thecooldown.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
These Midwest cities are cutting pesticides from public parks with the help of a national nonprofit
Beyond Pesticides is working to help cities phase out the use of chemicals like weed killers from public outdoor spaces. Advocates and organizers...
kcur.org
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
Rain barrel mistakes – 4 common errors, and expert methods to help you fix them
Rain barrels are a great way to save money. These simple containers collect rainwater from your gutters so that you can reuse it on your...
homesandgardens.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
Bring a bit of spring color indoors in winter with flowering bulbs
Pot them up, give them a chill and enjoy spring-flowering bulbs indoors or outside on a patio, deck or porch. This is a great way...
miamiherald.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
The one thing Paul Newman hated about his acting career: “I may as well go into gardening”
With the benefit of hindsight, it seems ridiculous that anybody would consider Paul Newman as anything other than one of the finest actors of his...
faroutmagazine.co.uk
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
How to brighten any room in your home — 5 tips from a lighting expert
With darker winter days, bringing light into our homes seems ever more important. And although nothing beats the mood-enhancing sun, and the benefits...
tomsguide.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
How to Prune a Christmas Cactus — Experts Say All It Takes Is a Little Pinch for Ravishing Blooms
Charming, cheerful, and truly a character to have in the home, the ever-so-abundant Christmas cactus (or Schlumbergera) has become quite a popular...
livingetc.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
6 Key Garden Trends That Will Inspire Your Landscape Design In 2025
Gardeners rejoice – the top garden design trends for 2025 are all about maximizing joy from outdoor spaces. From bold vibrant planting palettes to...
gardeningknowhow.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
I'm Ideal Home's gardens editor — these are the 5 houseplants I'll always have in my collection
It's a quieter month for gardeners, but if, like me, you're a fan of houseplants, you'll know there's plenty to keep you busy indoors during...
idealhome.co.uk
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
The 13 Best Flower Delivery Services To Send Fast, Fresh Blooms
A beautiful bouquet of flowers is a time less gift that appeals to almost every recipient, but ordering online can be hit or miss—especially...
forbes.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
How To Grow Winter Heath For Cold Weather Color
Winter Heath Quick Facts Botanical name: Erica carnea Height: 6-12 in. (15-30 cm.) Spread: 18-20 in. (45-50 cm.) Sun exposure: Full sun, part shade Soil...
gardeningknowhow.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
Why winterberry holly is a must-have plant for the Christmas period
It's a real winter showstopper. If you’re hunting for a festive plant that’s a little different from the usual poinsettia or amaryllis, why...
housebeautiful.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
Junkyard Jackpot: How to Earn Big at Your Local Scrap Yard
Are you looking to join the recycling industry and make some extra money? Do you have some metal lying around that you can sell for...
parentportfolio.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
Inside The U.S. Effort To Boost The Natural Grass Industry
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is deciding whether to create a national program to strengthen demand for the $ 2.2 billion natural grass industry since American...
forbes.com
@ 30+ days ago
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gardening
How Do You Store Fresh Dill?
Tender and tasty, fresh dill will start to lose its charm if you don't know how to store it properly. Fortunately, there's more than one...
mashed.com
@ 30+ days ago
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