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Joe Pye Weed is a beautiful pollinator magnet
Late summer and early fall is the peak time for many garden plants. Joe Pye Weed is one of the…
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Tips for successfully growing onions
Onions are an interesting and versatile crop to grow. They are not a root but a modified stem called a…
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Do plants have intelligence?
If you are passionate about plants, you have probably noticed how they respond to different conditions and situations. But does…
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Japanese beetles and aphids
Japanese beetles and aphids can do a lot of damage at this time of year in the garden. Japanese beetles…
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Help native bees
While non-native honey bees get a lot of attention, there are thousands of known native bee species in North America…
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Growing root vegetables
Root vegetables are very satisfying to grow. You don’t really know what to expect until you harvest, but when you…
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Box Tree Moth
An invasive insect pest is making things difficult for gardeners who grow boxwood. The Box Tree Moth (BTM) is native…
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Integrated weed management
You may be familiar with Integrated Pest Management, an environmentally sensitive approach to managing pests, especially concerning commercially grown crops,…
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Using herbs in floral bouquets
Happy Mother’s Day! Hopefully flowers will play a part in this day if you are a mom. Perhaps you are…
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Extending the life of Easter plants
If you are celebrating Easter this weekend, you may have lovely spring plants decorating your home for the holiday. Many…
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