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Why You Shouldn’t Compost These 3 Things—Even If TikTok Says It’s Fine

January 16, 2026 by Brandon Marcus Leave a Comment

Why You Shouldn’t Compost These 3 Things—Even If TikTok Says It’s Fine

Composting can feel like a magic trick: scraps disappear, and your garden seems to thank you with richer soil and healthier plants. But not all kitchen scraps belong in the compost pile. Those viral TikTok compost hacks might look convincing, but some of them could actually harm your compost, attract pests, or slow down the…

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Why Volcano Mulching Can Damage Trees Before Winter

That fresh mound of mulch around your tree might look like you’ve done everything right to protect it before winter, but it could actually be causing damage that costs hundreds or even thousands of dollars to fix. The practice is called volcano mulching, and it’s surprisingly common in residential neighborhoods, commercial landscapes, and even professionally…

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7 Garden Products You Can Stop Buying — Experts Say You May Not Need Them

Walk into almost any garden center, and you’ll find shelves filled with products promising bigger vegetables, healthier flowers, stronger roots, and fewer weeds. Before long, a simple weekend gardening project can turn into a shopping trip costing far more than expected. But here’s something experienced gardeners understand: Some of the most heavily marketed garden products…

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Before You Pay Someone to Remove a Tree, Ask These 5 Questions

That towering tree in your backyard might be beautiful, but when branches start hanging over your roof or the trunk begins leaning toward your house, removing it can suddenly feel urgent. Unfortunately, hiring the wrong tree removal company could leave you facing unexpected charges, property damage, or even liability for an injured worker. Tree removal…

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The Best Shrubs to Add for Fall Root Establishment

If you’ve been waiting for garden centers to mark down their shrubs, fall could be your opportunity to improve your landscaping without paying full price. Those discounted plants aren’t necessarily leftovers you should avoid, either, because cooler temperatures can create favorable conditions for root development. In fact, fall planting shrubs can give certain varieties a…

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