How to Deadhead Snapdragons for More Blooms All Summer
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How to Deadhead Snapdragons for More Blooms All Summer

Snapdragons have the cutest faces, true, but they’re master manipulators. Every single one of their dried-out blooms is a tiny but defiant and silent way to say their show won’t go on. But what if you could prove them wrong? What if you could convince them, no, demand that they keep rainbowing your garden all…

14 Plants You Can Propagate From Cuttings In August  
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14 Plants You Can Propagate From Cuttings In August  

I’ve written countless articles on the topic of propagation, especially on propagation from cuttings. It’s just something that’s very near and dear to me since my grandma and I used to propagate her houseplants from cuttings all the time when I was little.  In today’s article, allow me to walk you through a special list…

What to Deadhead in August (And What to Let Go to Seed for the Birds)
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What to Deadhead in August (And What to Let Go to Seed for the Birds)

The official gardener’s handbook says August is when you put down your snips and accept the slow march to autumn. It’s time to wave the white flag. The show’s over. You’ve earned a break, right? Well, I say it’s not over till it’s over. You only need to know which plants are preparing their final…

9 Plants That Create Privacy & Dazzle With Autumn Foliage
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9 Plants That Create Privacy & Dazzle With Autumn Foliage

I’ve written multiple articles in the past discussing potential plants and shrubs one can plant to bring some level of privacy to the garden.  Today, let’s take a slightly deeper dive into plants that not only create privacy but can also complement autumn foliage and make the garden a lot more visually pleasing. Trust me,…

8 Flower Seeds You Should Harvest In August (Before It’s Too Late)
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8 Flower Seeds You Should Harvest In August (Before It’s Too Late)

I’ve written many August guides in the past that include everything from sowing and propagation to cleaning and pruning. However, there’s something I definitely need to start mentioning more often: flower seeds.  In this one, allow me to take you through some common (and uncommon) flower seeds that would appreciate being harvested in the month…

8 Reliable Perennials To Divide In August For Long-Term Garden Health
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8 Reliable Perennials To Divide In August For Long-Term Garden Health

While dividing is a very useful and productive technique in the garden, many new gardeners just don’t understand its purpose and aren’t able to take full advantage of it.  In today’s article, not only will we discuss the importance of division in the garden, but also look through a list of reliable perennials that should…