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Everything you should consider before painting your pool

If you're thinking about painting your pool, here are some things you should keep in mind
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Plant of the week: Purple heart

This week's featured plant is the purple heart, a species of spiderwort
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Can’t use up all the produce from your harvest? Here are some ideas

We've put together some ideas for what you can do with all the extra produce you harvest this fall.
Tiny pumpkins

6 eco-friendly halloween decorations straight from your garden

Looking to be eco-friendly with your fall decorations? Here are six ideas that come straight from your garden
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Plant of the week: Pink quill

This week's featured plant is the pink quill, a bright pink perennial.
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What to do with all the carrots from your fall harvest

Here's what to do with all the carrots you're harvesting this fall
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Fungi can be vital to your garden’s ecosystem. Here’s what you need to know

What to know about fungi's importance to a garden's ecosystem
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Plant of the week: Persian shield

This week's featured plant is the Persian shield, stunning foliage that has bright leaves.
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Fall farmers market veggies that are perfect for fermentation projects

If you want to start fermenting produce, consider starting with these veggies and fruits.
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Good, better, best: The garden tool kits you should be buying

We've put together a list to help you choose between some of the best garden tool sets out there
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The best online shops to buy clothes for your gardening wardrobe

Hoping to look the part as a gardener? Here are the best online places to shop
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Plant of the week: Lifesaver plant

This week's featured plant is the lifesaver plant, a cactus with star-shaped flowers
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Plant of the week: Polka dot begonia

This week's featured plant is the polka dot begonia, a plant known for the dramatic pattern on its leaves
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Fresh-cut flowers: How to make them last

You want your beautiful, fresh-cut flowers to last, and we have all the tips on how to make that happen.
1970s garden style

Should you plant a time capsule garden this summer? What you need to know

What is a time capsule garden? Is it right for you? We tell you everything you need to know
sustainable gardening

8 sustainable gardening ideas we saw on Instagram — and loved

Instagram is sometimes inspirational, and we've found some gorgeous gardens you have to see
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Planting zones by state: A complete guide

If you want to know which planting zone you live in and how to design your garden accordingly, we've got you covered
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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
coconut fibers

What coconut fiber can do for your plants

Coconut coir -- a gift to gardeners or nothing special?
grow lights in winter

The best grow lights for your indoor plants

If you want to add grow lights to your indoor routine but don't know where to start, we've put together a guide for you
climate change

Download these apps to help you understand your climate

Understanding what it means to live in your climate zone can be difficult. These apps might be able to help
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Plant of the week: Snapdragon

This week's featured plant is the snapdragon, which has flowers that resemble a dragon's mouth
succulents in home office

7 low maintenance succulent plants perfect for your home office

Add these low maintenance succulent plants to your home office
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How to preserve your fresh farmers market veggies

Did you go overboard at the farmers market? Here's how to wash, cut, and store your veggies
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Here’s what you need to know about LECA and how to use it

Leca is a clay aggregate that many indoor gardeners love. Here's what you need to know about it and when it's best to use
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Plant of the week: Chinese money tree

This week's featured plant is the Chinese money tree, also known as a coin plant or a UFO plant
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The best fall crops to plant after Labor Day

These are the best fall crops to plant after Labor Day
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Gardening 101: What is smart gardening?

Here's an in-depth guide to smart gardening, which can be a huge help when growing indoors
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What to do in the garden over the long Labor Day weekend

With the long weekend ahead, here are some gardening chores you can take care of
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5 great gardening documentaries to watch for inspiration

These gardening documentaries will give you all the inspiration you need to get back to your gardening roots
swiss chard plants

How to grow Swiss chard in your kitchen

Start growing swiss chard in your kitchen today using these tips
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The 8 best apps for beginner gardeners

These apps will make sure any beginner gardener knows what to do
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5 Swiss chard growing tips to yield a delicious harvest

Use these tips to make sure you grow delicious swiss chard
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8 ideas to inspire your garden design

These inspirational ideas will help you with your next garden design
gardening books

7 books every beginning gardener needs to read

These books should be required reading for every new gardener