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  • a young man driving a lawn mower in a meadow
    By Ryan Cashman 16 hours ago

    Your Lawn Mower Blades Do More Than Cut Grass: How To Use Them For Composting

    Gardeners can use all kinds of different methods to help create compost, and one of the most effective makes good use of your lawn mower's blade.

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  • Person removing the handle of a frying pan
    By Shelley Frost 4 days ago

    Don't Toss Old Frying Pans: Turn Them Into Clever Garden Staples With 11 Smart DIYs

    Frying pans are built to withstand high temperatures so of course old ones are perfect for clever outdoor DIYs for both your garden and yard.

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  • Basil growing in a garden and receiving sunlight
    By Sakshi Khaitan 5 days ago

    Is Basil A Perennial, And Does It Come Back Every Year?

    Basil is considered a tender perennial. In most USDA hardiness zones, it's treated like an annual. However, there are tricks to keep it growing. Learn more.

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  • A groundhog eating carrot outside
    By Alison Griffin 6 days ago

    How To Identify The Difference Between A Groundhog And Beaver In Your Yard

    You see the signs that a critter has been visiting your yard recently, but which one is it? There are clear signs to identify who's been paying a visit.

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  • Person harvesting tomatoes by hand with basket
    By Christy Rae Ammons 13 days ago

    This Genius Trick For Storing Tomatoes Keeps Them Fresh & Juicy For More Than A Week

    Want to show off your successful bounty of homegrown tomatoes but worried about the fruit going bad? There's an easy way to keep them fresher for longer.

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  • A person planting seeds on a sunny day
    By Natalie Howard 22 days ago

    6 Easy-To-Grow Crops To Plant In August To Enjoy By Fall

    It may seem like the growing season is winding down. However, there are certain leafy greens and root veggies that you can plant in August to enjoy in the fall.

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  • Two women tending and watering their herb garden
    By Chris Deziel 22 days ago

    6 Herbs To Plant In August Before Summer Ends

    August might not seem like an ideal time to plant more herbs. However, it can actually be the perfect opportunity to set yourself up for a late-season harvest.

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  • A person touching the leaves of a thriving zucchini plant
    By Sakshi Khaitan 25 days ago

    3 Things Your Zucchini Plants Need In August To Keep Producing All Summer

    Zucchini plants have the potential to thrive in the August heat. However, there are a few things you should do to maximize their fruit production.

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  • A hand touching an unripe tomato on a plant
    By Cayla Leonard 1 month ago

    What To Do With Your Tomatoes In August To Ensure They Ripen Before The End Of The Season

    It can be frustrating if the tomatoes that you work to grow don't ripen before the end of the season. Here's how you can help them get ready to pick in August.

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  • Hands harvesting tomatoes from a plant
    By Ryan Cashman 1 month ago

    Neither Banana Peels Nor Eggshells: The Overlooked Tomato Fertilizer In Your Fridge

    Tomato plants need a few key nutrients to thrive and produce lots of fruit. This common fridge staple is ideal for adding necessary calcium to the soil.

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  • Clay planters containing a variety of herbs.
    By Brandy Eaklor 1 month ago

    10 Herbs To Plant If You Like Mexican Cuisine

    Fresh Mexican flavor starts in the garden with these versatile herbs that can brighten everything from hearty soups to soothing homemade teas.

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  • Hands cutting lettuce in a home vegetable garden bed
    By Kristeen Cherney 1 month ago

    Can You Get Cyclosporiasis From Homegrown Produce?

    News of cyclosporiasis outbreaks in several states have people doubting store-bought produce. It feels like homegrown veggies should be safer, but are they?

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  • A closeup of tomato plants
    By Danielle Valente 1 month ago

    3 Things Your Tomato Plants Need In July To Keep Producing All Summer

    Make sure you have juicy, flavorful tomatoes in August by taking care of your tomato plants with these three simple but very important steps.

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  • A woman placing seeds into her palm with potted plants in the background.
    By Melanie Dawn 1 month ago

    Herbs To Plant If You Like Italian Cuisine

    These easy-to-grow, delicious herbs can elevate countless dishes, bringing garden-fresh flavor to everything from roasted potatoes to hearty soups.

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  • Smiling elderly white man in a garden holding a handful of fresh ripe tomatoes
    By Aleem Ahmad 1 month ago

    Protect Your Tomato Plants With A Simple Upgrade You Can Sprinkle Over Soil

    This upgrade protects soil and roots from extreme cold and heat, depending on the variety, in turn preventing your tomato plants from wilting and fading.

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  • Blueberries, both row and raw, hanging from a tree
    By Sakshi Khaitan 2 months ago

    Not Blueberries Or Raspberries: The Summer Berry Tree Colorado Pollinators Love

    Softly sweet and offering different hues throughout the year, this berry tree suits the soils of Colorado better than blueberry and raspberry plants.

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  • bell pepper plants
    By Christy Rae Ammons 2 months ago

    3 Things Your Pepper Plants Need In July To Keep Producing All Summer

    In the hottest summer months, sweet and hot peppers need a little extra care. Follow these guidelines to keep your peppers producing delicious fruit all season.

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  • Basil plant in a garden
    By Cayla Leonard 2 months ago

    What To Do With Your Basil In July To Keep It Growing Strong All Season

    Basil is a heat tolerant plant adapted to grow all summer. But it can still benefit from your attention to help it thrive through the hottest parts of July.

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  • Person working in a herb garden
    By Christy Rae Ammons 2 months ago

    Plant This Herb Next To Rosemary In July To Fill Your Garden With Flavor

    To give your herb garden more flavor this July, plant this Mediterranean herb as a rosemary companion. As a bonus, they'll thrive in the same conditions.

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  • A beautifully blooming flower garden.
    By Amy Freeman 2 months ago

    Forget Florida: This East Coast State's 'Second Spring' Is A Backyard Gardener's Dream

    Gardening is a labor of love no matter where you live, but this state's "second spring" on the East Coast can make any gardener's life easier.

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  • Hands picking up tomatoes growing within a cage
    By Cayla Leonard 2 months ago

    Ditch The Tomato Cage: A Smarter Way To Grow Tomatoes In Small Gardens

    This cage alternative prevents tomatoes from flopping over and enables you to access them easily. But be sure to give them the light and nutrients they need.

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  • A vegetable garden with cooler season vegetables planted in rows.
    By Amy Freeman 2 months ago

    3 Garden Vegetables To Plant In July To Harvest All Fall, You'll Thank Us Later

    Don't sweat it if you're getting a late start on this year's garden! These three cool-season vegetables will thrive with a July planting and fall harvest.

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  • A person taking care of an herb garden in a raised bed
    By Amy Freeman 2 months ago

    The Fast-Growing, Flavorful Herb You Should Plant If You Like Rosemary

    Do you love the distinct flavor of rosemary? Adding this other herb from the mint family can give you a similar fast-growing option to use in recipes.

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  • An old man is pruning herbs in his garden
    By Sakshi Khaitan 2 months ago

    9 Herbs To Prune In July For A Well-Maintained Garden

    Don't drop your pruning shears just yet! There are still some herbs you should to prune in July for a well-maintained, lush, and flavorful garden.

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  • A woman holds a pepper plants in a pot in her vegetable garden
    By Megan Brame 2 months ago

    6 Best Vegetables To Plant In Pots In July (Fast-Growing Picks)

    Some of these veggies will grow within 25 days, others in 70. For best results, ensure they receive the right fertilizer and soil, and appropriate spacing.

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  • View of red fresh ripe strawberries among strawberry bushes covered with hay.
    By Aleem Ahmad 2 months ago

    Not Banana Peels Or Eggshells: The Natural Fertilizer That Makes Strawberries Thrive

    You may already have this common kitchen ingredient at home. It's rich in nitrogen and other nutrients, making it an excellent fertilizer for strawberries.

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  • Woman grabbing a tomato in a vegetable garden.
    By Derek Rose 2 months ago

    Transform An Old Tomato Cage Into A Smart Way To Keep Pests Out Of Your Garden

    This awesome garden hack costs practically nothing, and yet is a tried and tested way to scare away birds and squirrels. All you need is some outdated tech.

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