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The Easy Way to Divide Plants in Pots

It’s the time of year when those of us in gardening mode are looking for smart, effective ways to save money at the nursery. We all know that feeling of…

Northeast Regional Reports

Growing Lotus in Containers in the Northeast

Growing aquatic plants in containers may seem like something too challenging to attempt, but it is far easier than you may think. Lotus (Nelumbo nucifera, Zones 4–10), a type of…

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Beat the Heat with Shade-Tolerant Herbs and Veggies in the Southern Plains

Growing cool-season crops in the Southern Plains can be tricky. Spring plantings often bolt (go to flower) from the heat before crops mature, while fall plantings are difficult to establish…

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Don’t Ignore Your Indoor Plants in Summer

You’re used to readying your garden for the arrival of warmer months, but what about your indoor plants? As days grow longer and temperatures rise, even indoor plants need a…

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Episode 86: Favorite Container Plants

Spring has long ago sprung, and now that all the pruning, dividing, and mulching is done, we’re ready to plant up our containers. Like many of you, we are tempted…

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