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7 Fast-Growing Plants for an Instant Garden

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If you’re looking to create a lush and vibrant garden quickly, there are several fast-growing plants you can pick to help fill out your space. No matter how much room you have to work with, selecting plants that develop quickly will make it easy to grow a beautiful, instant garden. Learn all about seven of …

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7 Nectar-Rich Plants for Your Pollinator Garden

Yellow butterfly (Colias croceus or clouded yellow) on wild Borage, also called starflower, on natural background.

Your garden is a sanctuary, for both you and a wide variety of beneficial insects. Plants rich in nectar add endless beauty to your yard, ranging in color and shape, but also an inviting habitat for many birds, bees, and butterflies, who also happen to be pollinators. Nectar, chock full of carbohydrates, is an essential …

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11 Best DIY Garden Trellis Ideas

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If you want to optimize your garden space and support your plants, consider building a trellis. Trellises add a decorative element to your garden, providing a structure for your plants to climb and thrive. The best part is that you can make your DIY garden trellis to save money. Discover the 11 unique and cost-effective …

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When to Fertilize Peonies for the Best Blooms

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When it comes to growing beautiful blooming peonies, proper fertilization makes all the difference. Peonies are long-lasting and have stunningly fragrant blooms — but only when you treat them correctly throughout their growing season! Fertilizing too early or late in the year may lead to unimpressive growth and lackluster outcomes. So if you want your …

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4 Types of Basil to Add to Your Herb Garden

The gardener plants the basil with hands. Fresh young sprouted basil sprouts have just emerged from the ground in the garden. -- basil varieties

Basil is a delightfully aromatic herb that elevates recipes and herb gardens alike. There are several different varieties of basil that you can cultivate, so you have plenty of options when planning your garden. Plus, it is easy to grow basil from seed or transplants, so it’s an excellent choice for beginner and expert gardeners. Discover …

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Why Your Grass Seed Is Growing Patchy and What to Do

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Having a beautiful lawn is an important part of maintaining your outdoor oasis, but an uneven lawn detracts from the beauty of your property. The good news is that there are steps you can take to successfully tackle this common problem. Discover why grass seeds often grow patchy and what strategies you should utilize in …

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4 Plants and Herbs That Repel Mice and Other Rodents

Common house mouse (Mus musculus) in flowers yellow chrysanthemums

As a gardener, nothing is worse than spending quality time and effort tending to your garden, only to find out that rodents have completely ruined your plants! Mice, rats, and squirrels are just a few pests that love to hang out in the garden and destroy crops — from digging up roots to eating your …

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