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Are Tree Rings Bad for Trees? (Tree Ring Landscaping)

June 13, 2023 by Michelle Weaver
Are Tree Rings Bad for Trees? the ultimate tree ring landscaping guide and truth

A common practice for homeowners is the addition of tree ring landscaping to their yards. Whether it be a perfect circle of mulch contained by metal or plastic edging, a store-bought mulch mat, or a … Read more

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23 Types of Planters to Enhance Your Outdoor Space

June 8, 2023 by Janice Lundy
Types of Planters to Enhance Your Outdoor Space

Whether you’ve got a tiny urban balcony or a sprawling country property, planters are a great way to add lots of growing things to your landscape! There’s a planter for every style, in sizes from … Read more

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Landscaping Along the House: 25 Inspiring Ideas

March 28, 2024June 7, 2023 by Janice Lundy
landscape along the house ideas

Whether you’ve just moved into a new house, or are simply tired of your current landscape design, here are lots of ideas for tying your home into its surroundings. You’ve got plenty of great options, … Read more

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Can I Put Grass Clippings in My Vegetable Garden?

June 7, 2023June 4, 2023 by Michelle Weaver
Can I Put Grass Clippings in My Vegetable Garden?

Growing a vegetable garden is such a rewarding activity, but sometimes the associated costs can seem prohibitive. If your wallet is looking thin after buying seedlings, soil, and other gardening supplies at your local home … Read more

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List of Plants NOT to Use Neem Oil On (The Ultimate Guide)

June 23, 2023June 3, 2023 by Michelle Weaver
List of Plants Not to Use Neem Oil On

If you’re a gardener looking for organic pest control options, you may have heard about neem oil. There’s a lot of information out there about this natural pesticide, some of which may be confusing. Let … Read more

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How to Landscape Over Concrete and Pavement (8 Ways)

June 2, 2023 by Janice Lundy
How to Landscape Over Concrete and Pavement

Maybe you’ve just moved into a property where there’s an existing expanse of concrete, or you’ve grown tired of a patio space that’s just too big for your needs. Fear not! There are plenty of … Read more

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How To Get Rid of Bugs in Mulch (The Ultimate Guide)

June 4, 2023May 31, 2023 by Michelle Weaver
How To Get Rid of Bugs in Mulch

Mulch is one of the best tools in the home gardener’s arsenal. Used properly, mulch can inhibit weed growth, regulate soil temperature (protecting vulnerable roots from frost or extreme heat), retain moisture to reduce the … Read more

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What Do I Put on The Bottom of A Raised Garden Bed On Concrete?

March 28, 2024May 29, 2023 by Janice Lundy

Raised bed gardens are a great way to deal with a large expanse of concrete without having to tear out the concrete pad. Not only do they add a welcome note of green, growing plants … Read more

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How Often Should You Water Lamb’s Ear?

May 27, 2023 by Janice Lundy
How Often Should You Water Lambs Ear

Lamb’s Ear, or Stachys byzantine, is a tough perennial native to Iran, Turkey, and the Caucasus. As you might imagine from its native range, it’s used to growing in dry conditions and so it’s a … Read more

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How Often Should You Water Pachysandra?

May 27, 2023 by Janice Lundy
How Often Should You Water Pachysandra

Native to Japan and China, Pachysandra is a hardy evergreen ground cover that is also known as Japanese Spurge. Because it thrives in shady locations with dry soil, it’s an ideal choice for planting under … Read more

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