Gift the gardeners in your life with tools that are sure to make them smile as they put them to work throughout the coming years. No matter your budget, you are sure to find the perfect gift for your favorite gardener. Help gardeners track the weather and rainfall in their backyard. You can find decorative […]
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Backyard Biodiversity: DIY Habitats for Pollinators and Wildlife
West Sound meadows, salt marshes and successional fields are alive with buzzing bees, fluttering butterflies and birdsong. But with lawns expanding and natural areas shrinking due to construction, these backyard guests need a little extra help finding food, shelter and a cozy place to stay. With just a few simple DIY steps, you can turn […]
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How to Make Fall Harvest Last Longer and What to Do with Extras
The days are getting shorter and nighttime temperatures continue to drop, signaling that the late-summer and early-fall growing season is winding down. Green thumb gardeners with a surplus of produce are now wondering what to do with the 20 pounds of zucchini and bushels of green beans they harvested. Most people are familiar with the […]
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Mindful Gardening: Techniques to Release Neck Tension While You Work
Spending hours in your garden sounds like a dreamy afternoon until neck pain develops. Holding your head at odd angles to dig or pull weeds can create discomfort that lingers the rest of the day. “Prolonged forward flexion — when your head and neck bend down toward the ground — puts stress on the upper […]
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A Beginner’s Quick Guide to Pruning Flowering Plants
Pruning, or the practice of removing dead or diseased branches from flowering plants — including certain herbs, vegetables, shrubs, trees and flowers — allows them to focus their energy on new growth and blossoms, which can result in a more robust and abundant flowering season. While the optimal time to prune is largely dependent on […]
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The Best Vegetables to Grow in Pots
With summer fast approaching and the weather getting warmer, now is the perfect time to start planting and growing your own vegetables. Growing vegetables in pots is great for those who are short on space and ideal for both beginners and experts alike. As well as being a great way to incorporate more fresh vegetables […]
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How to Grow Tomatoes in Pots: A Beginner’s Guide
Tomatoes are one of the most popular crops to grow, as they are incredibly versatile when it comes to prepping, cooking and eating in a range of different dishes. The taste of homegrown tomatoes is often considered to be far superior to those that you can buy in a shop — and the process of […]
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Top 10 Annual Seeds to Sow This Spring to Make Your Garden and Containers Flowery
Do you want to make your garden or container plantings really flowery this year? If so, try adding some easy-to-grow annual seeds to your spring shopping list. Annuals are plants that complete their whole lifecycle in one growing season. You can either plant the seeds directly outside or start them inside in little pots. Over […]
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Dahlia Combinations for Gardens and Bouquets
Dahlias come in various colors, shapes and sizes, making them easy to include in any garden, container and bouquet. Grow them in their own dedicated space, mix them with other flowers or plant a few at the end of the vegetable garden. Consider including different varieties of dahlias for added interest and beauty in the […]