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Why You Should Stop Watering Your Plants in the Middle of the Day
You’re doing it wrong. That’s what I tell most gardeners when I see them outside on a hot day, sunscreen and sunhat in hand, enthusiastically plonking petunias and tomatoes in the ground with the sun beating down overhead. It’s what I say, shaking my head in disbelief, as I pass the neighbour’s place, where the…
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The Easiest Way to Sprout New Succulents
Cacti and other succulents have been popular houseplants for years now — and given how easy they are to care for, that’s hardly surprising. The downside? They can also be pricey.
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What to Do (and What Not to Do) With Visible Tree Roots in Your Lawn
Although most roots tend to grow (and stay) underground, sometimes those belonging to trees can make their way to the surface. While this isn’t something you necessarily notice out in the woods (unless you’re walking on a trail and happen to trip over some), seeing tree roots emerge from your lawn is a different story.
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How to Aerate Your Lawn (and Why You Should)
Depending on where you live — and your mentality about yard appearance — lawns can be hard work. If you don’t want to go the artificial route (which has its own environmental and physical challenges), there are other ways to make lighter work of lawn care. There are lots of little steps you can take…