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Indoor Herb Garden: 9 Best plants to grow
The weather outside might not always cooperate, but that doesn’t mean you can grow an indoor herb garden. Learn some perfect herbs to try.
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Overwintering black-eyed Susan and brown-eyed Susan
Experience beautiful blooms in the garden next spring with tips for overwintering black-eyed and brown-eyed Susan. How to prepare them for winter.
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Overwintering Ferns in Northeastern NC: Tips for winter fern care
Many people purchase new every year, but overwintering ferns – which are actually a perennial – can save you a lot of money. Here’s how.
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Juniper: A lovely evergreen for your landscape plan
The juniper shrub is a lovely, evergreen species that will add color and texture to your landscape design. Learn how to care for them.
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Japanese Beetle: Effective methods for controlling them and protecting your plants
The Japanese beetle is a voractious eater. It’s favorite meal – your garden! Here’s how to identify this insect and tips to get rid of them.
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Purple Fountain Grass: A stunning ornamental for your gardens
Learn about Purple Fountain Grass, including its best growing zones, where to plant it and how to care for this lovely ornamental grass.
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Viola, Violet, and Pansy: Close relatives but distinct flowers
Do you have a viola, a violet, or a pansy in your garden? While closely related species, it’s interesting to know the fundamental differences.
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Indoor Garden: A guide to growing citrus trees in large pots in your home
When the weather turns cooler, you can still enjoy your gardening – just try an indoor garden! Read about 5 citrus trees to try.
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Frost protection tips for your plants
Learn helpful frost protection tips that can help protect your plants in a fall or early spring frost – preparation is a key to success!
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Coneflowers: A comprehensive guide to echinacea
Coneflowers (Latin: echinacea) can benefit your landscape design and offer healthful benefits. Read our growing and care guide to learn how.
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Tulips: Planting and care guide for spring color
Tulips are an all-time springtime favorite – but they require fall planting. Read this ultimate guide to growing and caring for them.
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Bradford Pear Trees: Why you should avoid planting them
Bradford Pear trees may be lovely in the springtime. But they are not a North American species – here’s why you should avoid them.
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Landscaping Fabric: What are the cons?
Landscaping fabric is well-loved for its ability to supress weeds. But it’s also worth knowing the downsides to weed control fabric.
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10 North American native species trees to plant
North American native species trees offer beauty and need little care – and protect local pollinators and mammals. Learn our ten favorites.
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Red Spider Lily: A unique addition to your landscape
Learn about a unique, red flower that blooms in the late summer or early fall – the red spider lily, Lycoris radiata. It is so gorgeous!
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