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Protect Those Precious Plants During Heat Waves

Finally the sun is out, the rains have slowed, and we can enjoy the time and energy we put into our garden in spring to prepare for a lovely summer. But when temps surge, baby, it's warm outside. Don't let all your hard work in spring wither away. Here are [...]


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Building a Summer Garden: How to Get Started

Summer is coming and you know what that means: you’re going to be spending a lot of your time in your garden enjoying the sun. The days are warmer and the sun is out longer; you should enjoy the hard work you put into your yard. Here are three [...]


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How to Build a Herb Garden

One of the most amazing things you can have in your garden is a full and vibrant herb garden; growing and using your own fresh herbs makes homemade meals taste even better. If you’re thinking of starting or updating your herb garden, here are the must-haves you need to include.


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How to Pick the Right Soil for Your Garden and Keep It Healthy

When planting trees, shrubs, annuals, perennials, fruits and vegetables, the right soil can make all the difference. When you go to your local nursery, you can run into a lot of different types of soil and may not know how they differ. Keep reading for five different types of soil, [...]


Breathe easy with the help of houseplants

Breathe Easy: How to Purify the Air with 8 Indoor Plants

Have you ever felt the need to open a window and get some fresh air inside your home? All too often, stagnant indoor air allows pollutants to build up and stick around, causing us to breath more toxins than we should be. There’s good news, though! A