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How to Identify Types of Hydrangeas (& Know When To Prune)

Published on June 15, 2020Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Large blue hydrangea flowers.

Use these tips to identify your hydrangea and know when or if it should be pruned. With six main varieties available, these photos will help determine what you are growing. If you want to … [Read more...]

Types of Clematis & How to Identify Yours

Published on June 14, 2020Last updated August 24, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Three groups of clematis based on their pruning needs.

With all the types of clematis, proper identification can be difficult. But there are ways to figure out what type of clematis you are growing so you know when or if to prune and how to properly … [Read more...]

Why Your Clematis is Not Blooming and How to Get Flowers

Published on June 9, 2020Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Clematis bud not yet in bloom.

If your clematis vine is growing but not blooming, thereโ€™s usually a fixable reason. Check these five common causes and how to get those flowers started. This is part of the Complete Clematis … [Read more...]

How To Grow Fairy Carrots In Jars

Published on June 8, 2020Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Growing miniature carrots in jars.

This is a really simple beginner garden project for kids and adults: grow carrots in jars! You can grow tiny (fairy) carrots like I did here, or larger full-size onesโ€”indoors or outdoors. Iโ€™ll show … [Read more...]

Advice For Starting a Backyard Pond (& Mistakes to Avoid)

Published on June 2, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Small pond form ready to install in backyard.

Thinking about a backyard pond? This guide covers the essentialsโ€”legalities, safety, design, and upkeepโ€”so you can enjoy your pond for years to come. If you are looking for pond design ideas, have … [Read more...]

Easy DIY Ant Moat For Hummingbird Feeders

Published on June 1, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Hummingbird approaching moat at feeder that prevents ants from getting in the sugar water.

If you have ants raiding your hummingbird feeder, this simple DIY moat will prevent them from ever reaching the sugar water. Iโ€™ve been using mine for a while now, and it completely solved the … [Read more...]

Mosquito Repellent Myths: Why Plants, Candles, & Oils Donโ€™t Work

Published on May 31, 2020Last updated October 12, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Mosquito hovering around garden plants.

While many people believe that certain plants and essential oils can repel mosquitoes and prevent bites, the research tells a different story. It turns out that planting a few garden favorites or … [Read more...]

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