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Every year, the arrival of spring whispers a promise of warmer days and greener gardens. However, there is always one last late-season cold snap that threatens to ruin all of your hard work in the garden overnight. The key to avoiding this as much as you can is to understand your region’s last frost date.  …

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You might have some mint or basil blooming on your kitchen sill, but have you ever imagined ginger joining that crew? Well, it can. Ginger is one of those things that somehow ends up in your cart—tossed in for a tea recipe, a stir-fry, or because someone on TikTok swore it cures everything short of …

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Multiple varieties and hybrids of coral bells (Heuchera spp.) are available worldwide. These beautiful perennial plants produce lovely bell-shaped, petite flowers rich in nectar that attract all sorts of birds and butterflies into your garden. These plants would make beautiful additions to your woodland garden and great companion plants for many other plants. You only …

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You know adulting has launched successfully when the idea of fun isn’t pretending the floor is lava or watching Mentos explode in Diet Coke, but instead, you’re obsessing over growing your own shiitake mushrooms. Shiitake is earthy, meaty, exotic, and divine in soup or stir-fry. Thanks to a video by @LifeByMikeG, we’ve got a front-row …

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Although citrus trees seem reserved for the southern part of the U.S., where temperatures remain mild throughout the winter, even those who see snow in the colder months can grow a lemon tree. All it takes is a large pot and proper care. And with Plant a Lemon Tree Day today (May 17), now is …

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Did you know your lawn might be draining more than just your time? For the average American household, nearly 30% of water use goes straight to the yard—and in drier states, that number can skyrocket to 60%. With the typical family spending over $1,000 a year on water, thirsty landscaping can take a serious toll …

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Do you have limited ground space but still dream of a vibrant garden? Or are you looking to maximize your garden output without creating an overgrown jungle of growth? You might also just be tired of dealing with pests and plant diseases that are more common when they’re in contact with the ground. Enter trellises, …

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So many veggie plants, so little space! Vegetable gardening is undoubtedly a popular activity–Americans spent an estimated $3.8 billion total on vegetable gardening in 2023. But not everyone is looking to create the traditional garden plot–for many of today’s gardeners, that approach just isn’t practical. The median size of a home garden is actually fairly …

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Peonies are like that aunt who shows up to a party in a dramatic hat—gorgeous, full of character, but not always great at staying put. If you’ve ever watched your heavy-headed blooms tip over like they’ve had one too many, I understand your frustration. Just when they’re about to show off their full ruffled glory, …

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