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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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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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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How to plan a new garden with detailed advice about effort, sun, soil, deer, rabbits, trees, shrubs, perennials, bulbs and annuals. With careful planning, you can have a new garden that will thrive! Planning a new garden — especially when you’re starting from scratch or are new to gardening — can seem overwhelming! But 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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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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Yes, the pandemic rabbits in the garden are eating everything, including plants supposedly rabbit resistant. Here’s a look at what they’ve devoured so far. Video included. If I thought that the pandemic rabbits — as I call them — ate themselves silly through my garden last year, I guess I’m in for even more fun...

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Limelight Hydrangea Trees bloom profusely Summer into Fall. Learn how to grow and prune your Limelight Hydrangea Tree in this complete guide. Plenty of helpful images and step-by-step pruning instructions are included. Table of Contents Limelight Hydrangea Tree Description Why you want a Limelight Hydrangea Tree in your Garden Difference between Limelight Hydrangeas and Limelight...

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Even gardeners need a break sometimes. I found out the hard way after a day of gardening in Summer heat. Take a break. Admire your garden. You deserve it. And you just might see a bee buzzing around the lavender! Yesterday I was reminded that I’m human. At 10 AM I went out to do...

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When to cut back daffodils, which continue growing long after the flowers are done blooming. Learn how to easily deadhead daffodil flowers (if needed) and when to prune daffodils. This is super helpful info to know! Daffodils are my favorite Spring-flowering bulb. Here’s why: Reliable bloomers year after year Gradually increase their spread over time...

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