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Should I Prune My Olive Tree? This Mediterranean Native May Need Cutting Back for a Fruitful Growth
If you're on your way to being an olive tree cultivar, here's are some pruning care tips that will come in handy
By Amiya Baratan Published
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When's the Best Time to Plant Hydrangeas? Experts Say All But One Season Is Ideal
Here's a hint... they can be planted almost year-round, depending on which zone you live in
By Amiya Baratan Published
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7 Fall Annuals for Containers That Thrive Beautifully Under the Sun — And Bring a Burst of Color
Grow these hardy, heat-tolerant flowers in containers for stunning autumnal blooms
By Amiya Baratan Published
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When Should I Plant Tulip Bulbs in Containers? Timing Is the Secret to Flourishing Pots Come Springtime
Here's everything you need to know to bring your potted tulips to life
By Amiya Baratan Published
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When Do Poinsettias Turn Red? Learn About Maintaining This Iconic Christmas Plant in Its Merry Hues
Watch your poinsettias come alive from green to red with these fabulous care tips
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Plant Spider Lily Bulbs in Containers for an Unusually Beautiful Fall Bloom — And Elevated Curb Appeal
Setting your garden apart from the basic is easy with these stunning spider lily flowers and here's what you can do to bring it to your space
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Collect Seeds From Coneflowers — Trusted Methods Used to Harvest These Colorful Blooms
Save yourself the trip to a gardening store and some money with these clever tips
By Amiya Baratan Published
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7 Plants That Bring Vibrant Fall Garden Colors to Your Yard — Picks for a Beautiful Autumnal Palette
It's not too late to create the fall garden of your dreams, especially with these expert plant picks!
By Matilda Bourne Published
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6 Vegetables You Should Overwinter — Keep Them Frost-Free, So You Can Look Forward to a Delicious Spring Harvest
Here's how to care for your vegetable garden through the colder months
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Care for Maple Trees During the Fall — A Guide on Maintaining Its Beautifully Bright Foliage
Make these beautiful trees the focal foliage in your backyard with these professional tips
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Style Mums for Fall — 11 Creative Ways to Display This Seasonal Flower
These clever ways to arrange mums will make your home warm and welcoming right from your porch
By Lilith Hudson Published
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8 Fall Gardening Ideas for a Colorful Seasonal Transition
Here's everything you need to do to revive a faded summer garden and extend the season for as long as you can
By Sarah Wilson Published
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5 Wellness Lessons I Am Taking Home From The Tawny, The Luxe British Countryside Retreat Where Great Sleep is Top of the Agenda
Disconnecting from the city can be hard if its frenetic rhythm is ingrained in our routine, but slowing down can make us appreciate things we would have otherwise barely seen
By Gilda Bruno Published
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17 Grass Alternatives to Traditional Lawn That Are So Much Easier to Maintain
Common lawn grasses require a lot water and a lot of TLC — these alternatives will make things a whole lot simpler (and they look better too, in our opinion)
By Lilith Hudson Last updated
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How to Care for a Cast Iron Plant — This Low Maintenance Houseplant is the Perfect Touch of Zen for Your Home
This hardy plant is as resilient as its name relays and will turn over your streak of wilting home grows in no time
By Amiya Baratan Published
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9 Genius Ways Gardening Experts Recommend Using This Pantry Staple in Your Backyard
Who would have thought that baking soda could be the ultimate hack to a healthy gardenscape?
By Amiya Baratan Published
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What Are Hardiness Zones? These Are the Types of Plants That Will Grow Beautifully in Your Region
It's time to identify your plant hardiness zone — here is everything you need to know,
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Keep Your Tablecloth in Perfect Place — This Trick Will Ensure a Flawless Tablescape (Even When It's Windy)
If you love dining alfresco, this simple hack for your tablecloth will keep it looking its best, no matter the weather
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Steps to Growing a "Kitchen Garden" — How to Cultivate Crops That Satisfy All Your Culinary Needs
Follow this manual for a true farm-to-table experience right in your backyard
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Easy Ways to Move Your Garden Herbs Indoors for the Winter — And Save Your Culinary Plants From the Cold
As you retreat indoors to prepare for the seasonal shift, your herbs should too
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Ina Garten's Backyard Features Manicured Hedges — And These Gorgeous Blooms Certainly Create an Immaculate Gardenscape
The Barefoot Contessa's iconic backyard is a never-ending vista of inspiration for all of us
By Amiya Baratan Published
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8 Plants You Should Mulch in September to Protect Them During Winter
Mulching will help sensitive plants survive winter temperatures — these are the ones to protect now
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Prune Plants the Right Way — 7 Expert Tips to Prepare Your Yard for Fall and Winter
The simple act of cutting back plants (correctly) can have a huge impact on how well they grow
By Sarah Wilson Published
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7 Patio Plants You Should Grow in Pots — These Varieties Are Truly an Array of Perfection and Beauty
Decorate your outdoor lounging spaces with these beautiful potted crops
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Gardeners Are Styling These Mediterranean Flowering Plants Like Bonsai — It's a Pretty Idea for Small Yards
This one's for all the bougainvillea fans that don't have enough space for a full-grown tree
By Amiya Baratan Published
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This Luxurious Tablescaping Trick Will Add Fashionable Flair to Your Alfresco Dining — And Offers the Ultimate Personalized Finishing Touch
We see your basic tablescapes and raise you our gorgeous custom-curated tablecloths instead
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Teak vs Acacia — Which is the Right Choice for Outdoor Furniture?
From price to practicality, experts reveal which of these two super stylish woods is actually best for furnishing your yard
By Ruth Doherty Published
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6 Scented Climbing Plants to Grow Up Trellises and Fences That Will Make Your Backyard Smell Incredible
These fragrant blooms bring a natural perfume to your outdoor spaces
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Wood vs Gas Fire Pits — The Pros and Cons, and Which Makes More Sense to Buy
Crackling flames or convenience and control? Expert advice to help you decide what's best for you
By Jacky Parker Published