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Preventing and Repairing Winter Damage Preventing and Repairing Winter DamageLearn how to identify, prevent, and fix it--no matter where you live

A Survey of Pruning Tools VIDEO A Survey of Pruning ToolsFind the right tool for trimming your shrubs and trees

4 Ways to Use a Cold Frame 4 Ways to Use a Cold FrameNo matter what your climate, these plant shelters expand your gardening options

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Mulch for a Healthy Garden

Mulch for a Healthy GardenTop-dress your beds to protect plants, conserve water, suppress weeds, and nourish soil

Improving Clay SoilsDump on the organic matter, work it in over time, then leave well enough alone

10 Ways to Keep Your Garden HealthyLearn how to eliminate plant diseases by understanding and managing the conditions that cause them

The Four Things You Need to Know About Soil pH

A Practical Program for Combatting DeerMixed tactics work best

How Is Your Soil Texture?Healthy soil starts with the right proportion of sand, silt, and clay

VIDEO How to Sharpen PrunersSimplify trimming and keep plants healthy by using sharp tools