Latest articles by Laura Walters
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What to Do If You Have an Invasive Bradford Pear Tree Growing in Your YardIf you find a Bradford pear tree growing in your yard, it's important to act fast to prevent this highly invasive plant from spreading. Here's what to do.
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How to Propagate Jade Plant Cuttings – Increase Your Good Fortune and Grow More of These Lucky Houseplants for FreeJade plants represent good luck. So why not increase your good fortune and plant collection for free? Here's how to propagate jade plant cuttings.
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5 Free Ways to Get Rid of Yard Waste, If Your City Doesn't Do Curbside Pickup – These Clever Ideas Actually Benefit Plants
If you can't get a municipal pickup and don't want to waste money to have someone haul it away, try one of these free and clever ways to get rid of yard waste.
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Gardeners Are Spraying Milk on Plants This Spring to Prevent Powdery Mildew – but I Found a Better Solution That Gets Rid of Pests, TooThere's an organic solution that gets rid of powdery mildew fast and fights pests at the same time. It's my go-to spray for healthy plants indoors and out.
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Behind on Your Spring Gardening? This Smart Seed Starter Kit Sprouts Seedlings Faster Than Planting in Pots
My seeds germinated weeks faster than they said they would on the packet when I planted them in this smart seeder start kit from LetPot.
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5 Summer Bulbs That Thrive on Neglect – Just Plant in April and Forget About Them Until the Summer Show BeginsPlant these low-maintenance summer bulbs now, then sit back and wait for the beautiful blooms and stunning foliage to unfold this summer. It's as easy as that!
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How to Grow Potatoes for a Huge Harvest of Tasty Taters – Complete Guide to Planting, Caring & HarvestingLearning how to grow potatoes is as fun as it is easy! Here's everything you need to know to plant, care for, and harvest tons of delicious spuds.
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Easy Fuchsia Plant Care Guide: Grow These Uniquely Beautiful Blooms to Add a Burst of Color Your Shade Garden
Fuchsia plants are the perfect solution for gardeners who want bright color and unique blooms, but are limited by a shady landscape. Here's how to grow them.
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5 Unlikely Materials to Fill Large Planters for Cheap – and the 1 Filler You Should Never Use
Save money on potting soil by using one of these cheap and easy fillers for your large planters. And find out the one material you should never put in pots.
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One Dandelion Can Sprout Thousands of New Weeds – Here's the Most Effective (and Eco-Friendly) Way to Stop ThemEvery dandelion in your yard has the potential to produce over 30,000 new weeds. I've discovered the best tool to get rid of them without breaking your back.
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How to Grow Coral Bells for a Gorgeous Pop of Color in the Shade Garden
Coral bells are beloved for their beautiful foliage and tall, whimsical flowers that thrive in shade. Here's everything you need to know to grow them.
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What to Do With an Easter Cactus in April for Huge Blooms That Come Back Every SpringMake sure your Easter cactus is full of beautiful blooms this spring! Do these five tasks in April for happy houseplants that will thrive for years to come.
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How to Grow an Herb Garden in 4 Simple Steps – the Aromatic, Edible Garden of Your Dreams Starts HereGrowing an herb garden is actually a fun and easy project anyone can do! You don't need much space or time to get growing. Just follow these simple steps.
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Amazon's Big Spring Sale Just Made Lawn Care a Lot More Affordable – Here Are the Items I'm Adding to My Cart
The best lawn care deals of the season are going on right now! Shop Amazon's Big Spring Sale for a gorgeous lawn that will make your neighbors green with envy.
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What to Do With Pothos Plants in March – for Lush Vines That Thrive All Year LongCheck these tasks off your to-do list before the month ends for lush and thriving houseplants. Here's what to do with your pothos plants in March.
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When to Prune Forsythia and How to Do It Right – So You Don't Lose Any BloomsLearning how and when to prune forsythia bushes is key to their care. Do it wrong and you may lose all your blooms. Here's how and when to make the right cut.
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4 Dollar Store Gardening Tricks You Need to Try This Spring – for a Thriving & Thrifty Garden
Save money in your garden this spring with these clever cost-saving ideas. All it takes is a quick trip to the dollar store!
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8 Easy Vegetables to Grow – for a Huge Harvest With Minimal Effort
If you've never planted a garden before, these easy-to-grow vegetables are the best ones to try. You're almost guaranteed a huge harvest!
