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Choosing the Right Fertilizer: Organic, Synthetic, or None at All?

Published on March 20, 2025 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

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Wondering which fertilizer to use in your garden? This guide explains the differences between organic and synthetic fertilizers and how to choose the best option for your garden's long-term … [Read more...]

Dreamy Garden Beds: Repurposed Bed Frames for Benches and Borders

Published on March 16, 2025 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

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Turn old bed frames into real garden beds. See creative ways gardeners repurpose metal bed frames to enclose garden beds, build benches, and add charm to their outdoor spaces. If you love the idea … [Read more...]

What is “Days to Maturity” on Seed Packets?

Published on March 14, 2025 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

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Learn what "days to maturity" means in gardening, how it's calculated, and why it mattersโ€”especially for cold-climate gardeners planning their growing season. If you are new to gardening, learning … [Read more...]

10 Surprisingly Simple Garden Tips You Might Be Overlooking

Published on March 13, 2025 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

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These simple yet often overlooked gardening tips make gardening easier, safer, and more efficient. From pulling weeds at the right time to outsmarting invasives, these practical tips can save you time … [Read more...]

Garden Trends That May Do More Harm Than Good

Published on March 4, 2025 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

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Well-meaning garden trends arenโ€™t always harmless. See how, despite our best intentions, hand-rearing monarchs, bug hotels, and guerrilla seed sowing can cause bigger issues. To avoid unnecessary … [Read more...]

March Garden Checklist: Tasks & DIY Projects

Published on March 1, 2025 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Purple and white crocus flowers in bloom in March garden

For cold-climate gardeners, March signals that weโ€™re almost thereโ€”spring is just around the corner! Nowโ€™s the time to gear up for indoor and outdoor seed sowing and start some garden art … [Read more...]

What Every Gardener Should Know About Their Growing Space

Published on February 27, 2025 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Bee with pollen on its legs hovering over echinacea flower.

Knowing your gardenโ€™s growing conditions helps you select the right plants, plan for seasonal changes, and make sustainable choices. Use these tips to create your own garden profile, covering … [Read more...]

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