When, why and how to prune Lavender, plus you’ll see what unpruned overgrown Lavender looks like so you don’t make this mistake. This article covers when, why and how to prune lavender. I’ll discuss what time of year is best for Lavender pruning as well as why pruning Lavender is important. Next, I’ll explain exactly...

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Are your evergreens turning brown inside? Are your evergreens dropping needles in Fall? Don’t panic! Here’s why it happens. Have you noticed yellow or browning needles on your evergreens? And does it seem like the brown needles weren’t there yesterday but are today? In this article I’ll explain exactly why this happens and what you...

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How to prune Stella D’Oro Daylilies, including spent flowers and seed pods. Also how to remove seed pods and prevent them from developing during the blooming season. Helpful images and video included. This article will show you how to prune Stella D’Oro daylilies and answer many of the common questions surrounding pruning and deadheading these...

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This article and video is about Knockout Roses Fall care and pruning. What should your Fall cleanup include? Should you prune Knockout Roses in the Fall or in the Spring? I answer these questions and cover everything needed to get your roses ready for Winter. Every year in Fall there are lots of questions regarding...

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How to treat Black Spot on Knockout Roses in 3 steps, plus solutions to prevent Black Spot from taking over Knockout Roses. Includes video. Black Spot on Knockout Roses is not a fun topic, but it is a necessary one! In this article — and in the included video — I use examples from the...

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Can’t stand black spots on hydrangeas? Neither can I! I’m sharing the causes and solutions, plus why I ultimately decided to toss out my own mophead bigleaf hydrangeas! My love of mophead bigleaf hydrangeas! Ever since I can remember, I’ve adored the deep blue color of hydrangeas that I would see on Cape Cod, Massachusetts...

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A mini garden shovel makes gardening easier. Read why this is such an essential gardening tool, especially for women. I love this shovel! If you had told me in my 20s — or even my 30s — that I’d be in love with a petite garden shovel, I would have laughed my head off in...

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Why I rely on tree pruning professionals for our trees. A certified arborist is essential for tree health. Before-and-after video included! I love trees! This article explains why I turn to tree pruning professionals for big projects. I always hire a certified arborist whenever I have questions or need help with our large trees. Video...

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Pruning Knockout Roses is easy with these tips, including when, what and how to prune them, plus “before and after” examples. Includes video. There are several things to be aware of before you prune your Knockout Roses. Once you are familiar with these, pruning your roses will be a yearly garden chore that becomes easier...

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Dappled Willow is an easy-care shrub with gorgeous Spring and Summer color plus red twigs in Winter. Great for wet spots in your yard. Learn about Dappled Willow in this complete guide and see if it might be the perfect shrub for your landscape. Do you have a wet spot in your yard? Do you...

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