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A guide to choosing mums for the fall garden — beyond the classic cushion

A guide to choosing mums for the fall garden — beyond the classic cushion

September marks the start of the summer-to-fall garden transition, and many gardeners are focusing on chrysanthemums
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Urban Gardening Offers Diverse Options for City Dwellers Without Yards

Urban Gardening Offers Diverse Options for City Dwellers Without Yards

Urban Gardening Offers Diverse Options for City Dwellers Without Yards
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Not Daisies: The Flower That Blooms Into Fall That Gardeners Have Forgotten About

Not Daisies: The Flower That Blooms Into Fall That Gardeners Have Forgotten About

Daisies and mums are so overdone. This many-petaled perennial is native to North America and blooms just in time to fill in bare spaces through fall.
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Master gardener warns inconsistent watering can cause trouble

Master gardener warns inconsistent watering can cause trouble

This week, master gardeners answer common questions about why eggplants turn green, moving crepe myrtles, and yellowing tomato plants.
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Edible Garden Expands Pallet Program at ShopRite Locations

Edible Garden Expands Pallet Program at ShopRite Locations

Edible Garden Expands Pallet Program at ShopRite Locations
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Turn Old Wine Barrels Into Cheaper DIY Planters That Add A Rustic Touch To Your Garden

Turn Old Wine Barrels Into Cheaper DIY Planters That Add A Rustic Touch To Your Garden

With a few power tools and precise measurements, you can turn an old wine barrel into two large planters. Barrels typically have a middle diameter of 28 inches.
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Easier Than Doing It By Hand: How To Spread Topsoil Evenly With Less Effort

Easier Than Doing It By Hand: How To Spread Topsoil Evenly With Less Effort

When spreading topsoil, the key is to do so evenly; this leads to healthy growth and proper drainage. This can prove a challenge, however, when done by hand.
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For Flourishing Zinnias, Don't Grow Them Near These Shrubs

For Flourishing Zinnias, Don't Grow Them Near These Shrubs

Since zinnias are summer annuals, you may think you can plant them in any of your garden beds. However, they'll fail to thrive when planted near some shrubs.
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Can You Trim The Bushes In Your Yard Too Much?

Can You Trim The Bushes In Your Yard Too Much?

A trim can lighten the burden and prompt new bush growth, but too much might lead to stunted, sick, or dead plants. Think about frequency, volume, and timing.
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Vertical Gardens Emerge as Key Solution for Maximizing Small Outdoor Spaces

Vertical Gardens Emerge as Key Solution for Maximizing Small Outdoor Spaces

Vertical Gardens Emerge as Key Solution for Maximizing Small Outdoor Spaces
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How To Use A Plastic Bottle To Water Fragile Seedlings

How To Use A Plastic Bottle To Water Fragile Seedlings

The water from cans and hoses is often too forceful for seedlings. A bottle from the recycling bin offers a solution, but only with some careful modification.
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The Simple Garden Tool That Makes Caring For A Vegetable Patch Faster & Easier

The Simple Garden Tool That Makes Caring For A Vegetable Patch Faster & Easier

Veggie patches get filled with weeds fast, particularly if you plant your vegetables in rows. Stay on top of unwanted growth with this nifty long-handled tool.