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How to eliminate plastic bags from your gardening routines

Plastic does nothing good for the environment, but gardening is chock full of it. Here's how to use less plastic.
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Good, better, best: The garden hoses your backyard needs

Garden hoses are critical for all gardeners, and these are our best picks
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The best way to quickly spruce up a neglected garden

Is your garden in bad shape? We've got some tips to liven it up in no time
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Gardening 101: The summer planting guide every new gardener needs

Our summer planting guide for new and experienced gardeners
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How to use soil conditioner to cultivate beautiful plants and rich soil

Soil conditioner may be the secret for your best gardening year ever. Here's how to use it
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How to propagate a butterfly bush

How to propagate and care for your butterfly bush the right way
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4 gardening trends that will bloom this spring and summer

How to be ahead of gardening trends and influence your friends and neighbors
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How the hydroponic Nutrient Film Technique can work for your garden

What is the hydroponic nutrient film technique? We tell you what you need to know
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On Stay Out of the Sun Day, invest in these 7 UV-resistant gardening clothes for safe skin all summer

Staying out of the sun doesn't mean avoiding it altogether! Keep your skin safe with our picks
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This self-watering planter is the best low-maintenence garden buy this summer

Self-watering planters are amazing, and we've found the best for your garden
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8 gardening ideas to counter climate change, one sprout at a time

Do your part to reverse the impacts of climate change right in your own backyard
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When you should start planting for summer

Make sure you're on track for summer with this expert guide to planting.
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8 gardening seats that make gardening fun again

These gardening seats might even make you dread weeding a little less
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Love gardening? These are the shows to stream

These 6 gardening shows are our favorites -- and we know they'll be yours, too.
Sunflower

When can you plant sunflowers for the most beautiful blooms?

This is when you should plant sunflowers for the biggest, most beautiful blooms.
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High Country Gardens has a super-specific plant finder — and it’s pretty awesome

This plant finder is a lifesaver when it comes to picking the perfect blooms for your garden all year-round.
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What does blood meal do for plants? This is what we know

Blood meal -- sounds scary, but it's actually great for your plants.
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Level up your gardening skills with this free program

Extention services are a sneaky way to learn how to garden for free.
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How to plan a vegetable garden for beginners

Want a veggie garden but don't know how to start? We've got you covered.
hydroponics

What you need to know about the Dutch bucket hydroponic system

This is your one-stop source for everything you need to know about the Dutch bucket hydroponic system
aquaponics

How to build an aquaponics system perfect for a thriving garden

Follow our guide and build a simple aquaponic system that will help your plants thrive
Pothos plant

How to care for pothos plants that seem to be getting too much sun

Pothos plants love sun, but too much can be a bad thing. Here's how to fix it
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How to grow beautiful hydrangeas from cuttings

Grow your own amazing hydrangea plants from cuttings with our simple guide
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Gardening 101: Grow beautiful red roses just in time for Rose Month

Celebrate Rose Month with this beginner's guide to growing roses.
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Consider these 5 things before you build a rain garden

Rain gardens are an amazing way to make the most of your water -- who doesn't want that?
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5 organic herbicides under $30 that will kill weeds every time

These organic herbicides are not only good for the environment, but also kill weeds every time
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These are the 7 easiest orchids to grow for beginners

Orchids can be fussy, but these 7 are perfect for beginners
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Master gardeners say these are the benefits of organic gardening

Organic gardening is more than just a buzzword -- Angelo Randaci says it's good for your health
instagram inspiration

Our 10 favorite Instagram accounts for outdoor spaces

Get inspiration for your garden on these beautiful Instagram accounts that give new meaning to #goals
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What you need to know about planting winter vegetables

Planting winter vegetables that can stand up to the cold can be hard. We've got you covered.
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7 books every beginning gardener needs to read

These books should be required reading for every new gardener
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7 Reddit communities gardening enthusiasts love

Whether you need to crowdsource plant concerns, have a bevy of questions, or just want to look at weird plants, these subreddits are for you
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What to know about climate zones before planting your garden

Climate zones are vital to any gardener, but what is there to know about them? We break it down
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Our 8 favorite podcasts for gardeners

Give these a listen the next time you're weeding, planting, or driving to the hardware store for another bag of fertilizer
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How to grow delicious greens in your home garden

Growing your own salads has never been so easy with this guide