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How To Get Free Seeds From The Government by Amanda Blankenship Seeds might seem like a small expense, but any seasoned…
Should I Use Enviro Ice On My Plants? by Kathryn Vercillo Every week, I receive food from Hungryroot. It's a great…
From Trash to Treasure: Transform Shredded Paper Into Garden Gold by Amanda Blankenship Should you use shredded paper as garden mulch? It might…
What Happens to Plants If You Use Enviro Ice on Them? by Amanda Blankenship About a year ago, I wrote our first article about…

Should You Cut Back Perennials That Flop After Heavy Rain?

One pounding rainstorm can turn a picture-perfect flower bed into what looks like a botanical traffic accident. Tall stems lean sideways, blooms rest on the ground, and suddenly those carefully planned borders resemble a pile of spilled laundry. The temptation to grab the pruners and start cutting everything down feels almost impossible to resist. That…

7 Crops That Can Be Grown Under Taller Summer Plants

Every square foot of a summer garden holds more potential than it might seem. Tall tomatoes, towering corn, climbing beans, and sprawling sunflowers create pockets of welcome shade that protect certain crops from scorching afternoon heat while making better use of valuable growing space. That natural canopy does more than block intense sunlight. It helps…

Can Used Coffee Filters Help at the Bottom of Plant Pots?

Gardeners love clever little tricks, especially when they save money and give everyday household items a second life. One of the oldest container gardening tips claims that placing a used coffee filter in the bottom of a flower pot keeps soil from escaping while still allowing water to drain. The idea sounds almost too simple,…

Can You Create a Pet-Safe Garden Without Replacing Every Plant?

A pet-safe garden does not require digging up every flower, tossing every shrub, and starting over with a blank patch of dirt. Smart gardeners can protect curious dogs and cats by making a few strategic changes that create a safer outdoor space while keeping the personality of an established garden. Many beautiful yards already contain…