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25 Garden Fence Decoration Ideas to Dress Up Your Yard

Published on July 2, 2023 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Garden art on fence including old window with shutters and funny face.

Turn a plain garden fence into a feature with these creative ideas. Add wall hangings, art, and repurposed dรฉcor to bring personality to your outdoor space. Want more privacy? See 20 Ideas for … [Read more...]

How to Write Botanical Plant Names (Tips For Gardeners)

Published on July 1, 2023 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Flowers in the garden.

This beginnerโ€™s guide to botanical names shares the basics for gardeners wanting to get comfortable using the scientific names for plants. Once you understand the conventions for how the names are … [Read more...]

How to Ripen Tomatoes After Picking

Published on July 1, 2023 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

A green and a red tomato.

You can ripen green tomatoes off the vine in a paper bag or on a warm windowsill, but success depends on the variety, timing, and ripening conditions. If you are new, these tips for growing … [Read more...]

How to Know Which Vegetable & Fruit Crops Need Pollinators

Published on June 29, 2023 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Crops that do and do not require pollinators to produce fruit.

How can you tell which garden vegetables or fruits require pollination to produce crops? Use these tips to know which crops require exposure to pollinators like bees or birds and those that can … [Read more...]

Table Salt as a Weed Killer: Why It’s More Harm Than Help

Published on June 21, 2023 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Pouring salt on dandelion.

We hear advice to use table salt as a weed killer and see it recommended in recipes for diy weed treatments. But it's not that simple. Even though salt is "natural," it is not harmless. Excess salt … [Read more...]

Hostas for Sun: Sun-Tolerant Options For Your Garden

Published on June 20, 2023 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Hostas in a sunny garden.

Can hostas grow in the sun? Yes, while we think of hostas as shade plants, there are dozens of varieties that thrive in full-sun conditions so long as the roots receive consistent moisture and never … [Read more...]

How Often Should You Water Houseplants?

Published on June 19, 2023 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Watering can, water droplets, and houseplant.

Use these tips to create the right watering routine for your indoor plants. How often they need water will vary by type of plant, size, season, and more. If you are going away, this has tips for … [Read more...]

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