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Hardy winter plants

Why January Is Ideal for Planning Companion Planting

January 8, 2026 by Brandon Marcus Leave a Comment

Why January Is Ideal for Planning Companion Planting

January doesn’t just slowly start off a new year. No, it flips a switch in a gardener’s brain and changes everything. Outside, the beds may be frozen or soggy, but inside, ideas are buzzing like seeds waiting for warmth. This is the month when optimism is high, distractions are low, and your garden dreams finally…

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Here Are The 5 Most Aggressive Weeds During Winter

December 31, 2025 by Brandon Marcus Leave a Comment

Here Are The 5 Most Aggressive Weeds During Winter

Winter might seem like a season for dormancy, when frost and cold keep most plants asleep. But for the bravest, most relentless weeds, winter is prime time to thrive while your garden is at a standstill. These sneaky green invaders don’t take a holiday—they march quietly under the snow, preparing to burst forth at the…

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Filed Under: weeds Tagged With: chickweed, dandelions, groundsel, Hardy winter plants, henbit, weed, weeding, weeds, Winter Garden, Winter plants, wintercress

7 Plants That Thrive In The Winter

December 17, 2024 by Vanessa Bermudez Leave a Comment

Flowers in winter

Winter may bring frosty mornings and shorter days, but who says your garden has to hibernate? With the magic of winter plants, you can transform those chilly months into a season of vibrant colors and lush textures. There are more options than you may think, with various types of berries, bushes, flowers, and vegetables that…

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10 Bulbs to Plant in October for Strong Spring Color

October can feel like the month when gardening starts shutting down, but one of the year’s best opportunities is sitting in bags and boxes at garden centers right now. Plant the right spring flowering bulbs this fall, and you’ll get weeks of color next year without buying trays of annuals or starting dozens of seeds….

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Cool-Season Crops That Still Have Time to Grow Before Frost

If your tomatoes are fading and the first frost is showing up on the forecast, don’t assume this year’s vegetable garden is finished. Several cool-season crops grow quickly enough to squeeze another harvest from beds that would otherwise sit empty, and some tolerate temperatures that would wipe out summer vegetables overnight. The trick is choosing…

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Fall Flowers That Keep Garden Beds Colorful After Summer Fades

By September and October, a garden that looked spectacular in June can suddenly feel tired, brown, and surprisingly empty. That doesn’t mean you need to rip everything out or spend a small fortune filling the gaps with decorative pumpkins and disposable plants. The right fall flowers can keep beds and containers colorful well after many…

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That Free Firewood Could Bring a Tree-Killing Pest Into Your Yard

A neighbor cuts down a tree, posts “free firewood” online, and suddenly you can picture a winter’s worth of backyard fires without spending a dime. Before loading your truck, however, there’s one question worth asking: Where did that wood come from? The USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service warns that invasive insects and diseases…

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