Latest articles by Teo Spengler
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Want to Cheer Up a Shady Wall Fast? These 7 Fragrant Climbers Will Quickly Transform a Dull Corner into a Lush Oasis of Color and ScentThink your shady wall is destined to be dull? Think again, as these fast-growing climbers boost the darkest corners of your yard and turn gloomy into glamorous with gorgeous fragrance, color, and lush privacy screening
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What to Do With Apple Trees in May – 5 Critical Tasks to Ensure a Healthy and Bountiful Harvest in the Months to ComeDon't skip these apple care tasks! A few easy chores in May will help the trees to thrive so you'll get a tasty harvest when the time is right.
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Don’t Recycle That Old Mason Jar – Try These 9 Clever Ways to Reuse Old Mason Jars in the Garden and Save Money
Mason jars can live on in many ways in the garden. Here are some creative upcycling projects you can try!
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If Pests Destroyed Your Squash Last Summer, Plant This One Weird Vegetable to Lure Them Away and Protect Your HarvestThere's one vegetable that common squash pests can't resist. Grow it just outside your garden to entice them away and keep your precious plants safe.
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Step-by-Step to a Lush Summer Lawn – 5 Simple Tasks to Do in May for Thicker Grass and No Bare Patches
Give your lawn the boost it needs this spring with a handful of practical tasks that improve growth, reduce weeds, and fill in bare spots.
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7 Perennials to Plant in May for Jaw-Dropping Color That Starts in Spring and Lasts All the Way Through SummerThese are my absolute must-plant perennials for May, if you want a colorful show that starts in spring and lasts all summer long.
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5 Smart Landscaping Tips That Prevent Burglars From Breaking Into Your Home – and Beautify Your Yard at the Same Time
Smart landscaping design can stop unwanted intruders from breaking in. Follow these tips that protect your home and add beauty to your yard.
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8 Vegetables You Can Plant in May for a Foolproof Summer Harvest – These Fast-Growing, High-Yield Crops Thrive in Warm WeatherMay is prime planting time for warm-season crops – these vegetables establish quickly in warm soil and reward you with steady harvests through summer.
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Grow a Garden From Your Favorite Decade! This Easy Planting Guide Captures the Essence of Each Era From the Past Century
Capture your favorite parts of the past with a garden inspired by your favorite decade from the last century. Here's how to do it.
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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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Barkitecture Is the Smart Way to Design Pet-Friendly Gardens – Your Dog Will Be So Happy He'll Forget All about Digging Up Your Flowers
Barkitecture is the latest in pet-friendly gardening. Work with your dog's instincts, not against them, and design a space you'll both love.
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5 Houseplants That Actually Grow Better in Water Than Soil – Less Mess and Thriving Plants Await You When You Make the SwitchThese five houseplants will be happy growing in water; no complicated hydroponics systems needed! Learn how to help your houseplants thrive in water.
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How to Get Rid of Aphids Naturally: Most Effective Eco-Friendly Ways to Banish Unwanted PestsAre your plants suddenly covered in tons of tiny pests? It may be time to learn how to get rid of aphids. Here are the best natural methods to try.
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Tired of Your Plain Lawn? Try Tapestry Planting – These 7 Ground Covers Create a Living Carpet of Color With No Mowing or Weeding
April is the magic month to swap your high-maintenance grass for a stunning living tapestry lawn. Grow these 7 fragrant and colorful ground cover plants for a thriving, low-maintenance alternative to constant mowing, tired turf, and boring sward
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6 Weird Slug Hacks Gardeners Swear By – and Which Ones Actually Work
Slugs ruining your garden? Try these weird, but genius ways to banish them and save your crops!
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Sow These 7 Lovely Heritage Flowers for an Easy Yard Refresh – You Only Have to Plant These Self-Seeders Once to Fill Your Beds with Color Year After YearIf you’re looking for easy color but you also appreciate the finer things in life, these heritage flowers are a timeless treasure that will save you loads of future planting time
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6 Cheap and Clever Ways to Fill Containers – Plants Will Look Better Than Ever & You’ll Save Money on Potting Soil
Save your money and your potting soil. These clever ways to fill your containers will keep your plants and your wallet happy.
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I Tried the 3 Most Popular DIY Weed Killers – Here’s What Actually Worked And How Best to Use ThemKeeping weeds at bay without the use of harsh chemicals is good for you and the environment. But not every natural weed control method is made equal.
