General Tips & Info
Common Marigold Care Mistakes
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You’ve planted your marigolds, eagerly anticipating a burst of vibrant color in your garden. But instead of thriving, your plants are struggling. This is a common scenario due to a few easily avoidable mistakes.

How to Reuse and Revitalize Old Potting Soil
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Revitalizing old potting soil is a smart and cost-effective way to keep your container plants thriving. Over time, potting soil becomes depleted of nutrients and can compact, hindering plant growth. By reusing and enriching your soil, you ensure your plants have the proper foundation for growth and vitality.

How to Use Egg Shells for Plants
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Eggshells can be a valuable resource for your plants, providing essential nutrients and improving soil quality. By recycling this kitchen waste, you are not only benefiting your plants, but also contributing to sustainable gardening practices. In this article, we will explore how to use eggshells effectively in your garden.

Garden Tool Maintenance Tips
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The smooth cut of a spade through the soil is a gardener’s early sign of spring. Yet, as the season progresses, that spade can become caked with dirt and rust, turning an easy task into a chore. Regular maintenance of garden tools not only eases your work but also prolongs the life of the tools themselves. Here are important tips to keep your garden tools in top condition so that they’re always ready when you are.

How much does a yard of compost weigh
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A yard of compost can vary, but on average, it weighs approximately 1,000 to 1,600 pounds. The exact weight depends on factors such as moisture content, the density of the compost, and the type of materials used in the composting process.

Ways to Use Epsom Salt in the Garden
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Exploring the use of Epsom salt in your garden can yield benefits when applied correctly. For instance, it can help seeds germinate and provide a boost to magnesium-deficient plants. Keep reading to learn useful ways to use Epsom salt in the garden.

Perennials that Grow in Sandy Soil
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There are many plants that thrive in sandy soils, so a sandy garden can still be lush and productive, you just need to choose your plants carefully to ensure their requirements align with your soil type.

Perennials that Like Wet Soil and Full Sun
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If your local climate experiences a lot of rain, or your soil is boggy, then perennials that thrive in full sun and wet conditions will be the mainstay of your garden. Here we investigate the best perennials for wet soil and full sun.

Red Perennials That Bloom All Summer
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Perennial plants which produce red flowers that bloom all summer will ensure there is long-lasting color and interest in your landscape. Depending on your climate, perennial plants will remain all year long, or they may die back in winter to re-emerge the following spring. Here we look at the best red perennials that bloom all summer.

Tall Perennials for Shade
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Tall perennials in particular work well under tall trees, producing height and an architectural look, along with life and color beneath the canopy of a tree.

Low Growing Perennials That Bloom All Summer
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Plants that bloom all summer long are always hugely popular in home gardens because they add beauty and color to the garden, and are able to be enjoyed and appreciated for an extended period of time. Plants that bloom for an entire season which are also perennials are even better, because this means they will keep coming back each spring without having to be replanted.