Softscape vs. Hardscape: The key differences
Learn the differences between the principles of “hardscape” and “softscape” when you want to improve your landscaping.
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Christmas Fern: An evergreen beauty for shady areas
If you are looking for an evergreen plant to add year-round color and texture to your landscape, please meet the lovely Christmas Fern.
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How to keep squirrels away from bird feeders (humanely)
Squirrels: You may have a love hate relationship with these acrobats. Learn nine tips to help discourage them from raiding your bird feeders.
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When’s the best time to plant trees in northeastern North Carolina?
When is the best season to plant trees in Northeastern North Carolina? Here are the best times and which trees you should plant during each.
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The Dragonfly: Nature’s bug controller for your backyard
Learn how the dragonfly is more than an entertaining insect to watch – it’s a voracious insect eater – and how to attract them to your yard.
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Deadheading Daylilies: Why you should and how to do it
The daylily is a landscape favorite, because it’s a reblooming perennial. But if you didn’t know, deadheading daylilies is a necessary chore.
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Exterior Maintenance: Tackle these 10 jobs in the fall
Fall is the best time of the year to tackle these 10 essential exterior maintenance tasks – keep your home looking its very best.
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Lamb’s Ear: A versatile addition to your landscape plan
Read all about Lamb’s Ear, Stachys byzantina and learn the best USDA zones and how easy it is to plant and care for. It’s a game changer!
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Why do tomato plants stink so much?
Have you ever wondered how tomato plants are so stinky yet create such delicious fruits? This article explains the science behind it.
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Softscaping: The art of a beautiful landscape
Property owners can discover how to transform their outdoor space into a breathtaking oasis with the art of softscaping (and why it matters.)
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Late summer lawn care tips
Is your grass looking brown or dry? These six late summer lawn care tips can help you get things back on track and greening up again soon.
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Aphids and Your Lawn: Understanding the damage and protecting your grass and garden plants
Aphids can do considerable damage to your lawn garden in very little time. Read how to identify and control them before it’s too late.
Lawn Care Mythbusters: Debunking common misconceptions
These ten lawn care myths may sound like good practices, but you might actually be doing more harm than good. Brush up on these.
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Moles and Voles: How to stop them from damaging your lawn
You see brown grass, burrows, and dead grass. But what’s doing it – moles or voles? Learn how to distinguish and deal with them.
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Blossom End Rot: What it is and salvaging your tomato harvest
Read everything you need to know about blossom end rot and your tomatoes – the causes, prevention, and how to salvage your harvest this year.
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