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Why Gardeners in the Carolinas Are Skipping Mulch This Winter—And What Experts Say to Do Instead

January 15, 2026 by Brandon Marcus Leave a Comment

Why Gardeners in the Carolinas Are Skipping Mulch This Winter—And What Experts Say to Do Instead

Winter gardening in the Carolinas is suddenly breaking the rules, and it’s making backyard conversations a lot more interesting. Longtime gardeners who once swore by thick layers of winter mulch are quietly pushing the wheelbarrow aside and trying something different. This isn’t a lazy shortcut or a cost-cutting trick—it’s a calculated move shaped by changing…

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Are You Accidentally Encouraging Weeds Without Realizing It?

December 25, 2025 by Brandon Marcus Leave a Comment

Are You Accidentally Encouraging Weeds Without Realizing It?

Weeds. Those sneaky, green invaders that seem to spring up overnight, turning your perfectly manicured garden into a chaotic jungle. But what if we told you that some of your gardening habits might actually be giving these unruly plants a VIP pass to your yard? Yes, you might be unknowingly rolling out the red carpet…

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Can You Store Seed Potatoes From This Year’s Harvest?

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Why Are Your Leeks Thinner Than Pencils?

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