May Pruning Guide: 7 Plants to Trim Now for Gorgeous Spring Growth
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May Pruning Guide: 7 Plants to Trim Now for Gorgeous Spring Growth

Spring is truly springing into action, and for us green thumbs, that means getting our hands a little dirty, in the best way possible! May is a prime time to give certain plants a little snip-snip to encourage an even more energetic growth and a dazzling display in the coming weeks. May the May pruning…

How to Use Coffee Grounds in Your Garden (Without Overdoing It)
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How to Use Coffee Grounds in Your Garden (Without Overdoing It)

What if your morning brew doesn’t have to be the highlight of just your day? Instead of tossing those leftover coffee grounds, why not share the goodness with your little garden? Just like with that perfect cup, moderation is key to unlocking their benefits. So if you’re ready to compost your old habits, here’s how…

10 Perennials That Respond Best To Hard Pruning (and Why It Matters)

10 Perennials That Respond Best To Hard Pruning (and Why It Matters)

Whenever I’ve discussed pruning in the past, I’ve always accompanied it with words like “gentle” and “careful.”  Some perennials, however, do not respond to gentle, and a hard prune may be necessary to lighten them up and get them ready for blooming next season.  In today’s article, I’ll be telling you why some perennials respond…

9 Super Tips To Bigger Rose Blooms This Summer
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9 Super Tips To Bigger Rose Blooms This Summer

I’ve said this many times, and I’ll say it again, roses are perhaps the most popular flowers on this planet, with sunflowers or tulips probably coming in second and third.  If you’re looking to grow bigger and better roses this summer, you’ve come to the right place for guidance! Today, we’ll be discussing 9 super…

10 Super Tips To Help Your Hydrangeas Bloom Bigger and Brighter
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10 Super Tips To Help Your Hydrangeas Bloom Bigger and Brighter

Hydrangeas are a tough perennial to care for and maintain properly.  I’ve written many articles around the topic of hydrangea blooms, but the truth is that none of my knowledge came from reading; it all came from doing and experimenting with different varieties of hydrangeas over the course of several years.  Today, I’ll be walking…

10 Companion Plants That Naturally Repel Garden Pests
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10 Companion Plants That Naturally Repel Garden Pests

Yes, you read that title absolutely right! There are plants out there that can actually drive pests out of your garden!  Today’s article is dedicated to these special plants, as, without them, my garden would quite literally be in shambles due to the million pest infestations I’ve dealt with in the past.  Without wasting any…