Best Raised Bed Shapes & Sizes For A Productive Garden
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Best Raised Bed Shapes & Sizes For A Productive Garden

When I was young, I could never understand the point of raised beds in the garden. I mean…why not just grow it on the flat ground?  As I gained more and more experience throughout my gardening journey, the concept of raised beds became quite simple and useful to me. They make gardening easier, neater, and…

10 Low-Maintenance Spring Flowers for Tiny Outdoor Spaces
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10 Low-Maintenance Spring Flowers for Tiny Outdoor Spaces

No time, no space, but a lot of love for spring flowers makes an interesting equation. If these are your constants, the optimal solution lies in maximum beauty with minimal input. So prepare to get the best from spring’s favorable conditions, because I’m about to prove that a big flower impact can indeed come in…

Deadheading Basics: Which Flowers Benefit Most (And Which Don’t Need It)
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Deadheading Basics: Which Flowers Benefit Most (And Which Don’t Need It)

I was 14 years old when I first learned the concept of deadheading from my mom. Initially, what worried me was the word “dead” in the name, which made me think she was killing her plants in some way.  However, as time went by and I grew older, deadheading has now become a late spring…

Cucumber Leaves Curling Under? 5 Common Causes You’re Overlooking
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Cucumber Leaves Curling Under? 5 Common Causes You’re Overlooking

When growing a cucumber plant, many growers tend to face issues with leaf breakdown and curling. As a matter of fact, my first set of cucumber plants died because of this problem, so you know it’s a serious one.  In today’s article, we’ll try to understand why leaves curl and discuss a few fixes and…

16 Heat-Tolerant Annuals to Plant in Late Spring (By Zone)
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16 Heat-Tolerant Annuals to Plant in Late Spring (By Zone)

Don’t let the looming cruel summer scare your planting plans. My zone-by-zone guide is on fire, no matter if it’s hot in the city or the countryside! So when the heat of the moment hits, these sweet 16 annuals will prove some like it hot, thriving where others wilt. Plant them with peace of mind…

When to Fertilize Lavender for the Most Fragrant Blooms
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When to Fertilize Lavender for the Most Fragrant Blooms

Lavender is a quintessential garden herb known for its fragrant flowers and foliage. In its native Mediterranean habitat, this aromatic shrub is found growing in rocky, nutrient-poor soils. This means that lavender typically needs little fertilizer to flourish. Knowing how and when to fertilize lavender will ensure this aromatic plant stays looking and smelling its…