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Plant Growing Tips

Tips and tutorials for growing a variety of plants including annuals and perennials including flowers, vegetables, trees, shrubs, and vines.

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Popular Garden Myths We’ve All Fallen For

Published on October 20, 2018Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Examples of popular garden myths.

Popular garden myths are shared throughout the garden world but much of it is folklore and misinformation. Find out why things like Epsom salt and other household remedies often do more harm than … [Read more...]

Can You Eat Halloween Pumpkins?

Published on October 17, 2018Last updated October 21, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Painted Halloween pumpkins.

Can you eat Halloween pumpkins? It seems so wasteful to get rid of this giant vegetable just because October 31st is done. Although the answer is yes, you may not want to. We explain why. I also … [Read more...]

How to Find Your Plant Hardiness Zone (& What It Means)

Published on October 8, 2018Last updated October 9, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Plant hardiness zone maps for the United States and Canada.

Garden zones or plant hardiness zones are frequently mentioned in gardening. But, do you know what your zone is? Or, how to find it—and—most importantly—what it means for your garden? Let's look how … [Read more...]

14 Delightful Early Summer Flowering Perennials

Published on June 25, 2018Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Flowers that bloom in early summer.

If you want perennial flowers that bloom in late spring and early summer, here are some favorites. If your goal is continuous blooms throughout the growing seasons, also see this printable list of … [Read more...]

Smart & Simple Ways to Automate Your Garden Watering

Published on May 16, 2018Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Self-watering garden bottles.

There are several options for self-watering systems to keep your garden plants safe during the heat of summer. Automatic watering is essential if you will be on vacation or unable to water during the … [Read more...]

25 Plants with the Look or Fragrance of Chocolate

Published on April 6, 2018Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Chocolate-colored flower.

Chocolate is a fun theme for a garden! Find plants with the fragrance of chocolate and flowers and foliage to resemble both milk and dark chocolate. Together they create a chocolate-lovers garden … [Read more...]

12 Top Garden Tip Sheets & Checklists

Published on March 28, 2018Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Top Garden Tip Sheets ebook cover.

The most popular garden tip sheets, info graphics, and checklists on Empress of Dirt are now available in one convenient file. You can save the file to your computer, tablet, or phone, or print it out … [Read more...]

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