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Top 12 Tiny Hostas

Hostas (Hosta spp. and cvs., USDA Hardiness Zones 3–9) are a staple in almost every perennial garden that enjoys open shade; fertile, well-drained soil; and extended cold weather. They have…
How-To
Rejuvenate Your Strawberry Patch

There is nothing quite like a warm strawberry picked ripe from your own garden, but not everyone has success with strawberry plants every year. Sure, plunking a strawberry plant in…
Article
Garlic Basics

Ask a gardener what signals the arrival of spring and you’ll likely hear one of these common answers: “the daffodils showing up,” “the robins returning,” and “the sun intensifying.” My…
How-To
How to Grow Cucumbers

Good riddance to the cucumbers of a few decades ago—those fat, green, spiny, tough-skinned, and acid-producing fruit that were once served with iceberg lettuce and bottled dressing. Today’s cucumber is…
How-To
Use Mulch to Manage Your Soil Conditions

If you look around at all the landscape trees planted in islands of red bark chips these days, it’s hard to believe that garden mulching was virtually unknown half a…
How-To
Shelter Plants from Winter’s Worst

Simple seasonal cover-ups protect young and tender plants
How-To
Making the Most of Mulch

John C. Fech answers frequently asked questions on mulch types and time of application
How-To
Making Leaf Mold

Recycle fall's debris to create this organic soil amendment and mulch
Design
Mulch for a Healthy Garden

Top-dress your beds to protect plants, conserve water, suppress weeds, and nourish soil
How-To
All You Should Know About Compost

Composting is a common practice among gardeners who want their soil to be healthy and nutrient-rich. Composting is the natural process of recycling organic matter, such as food waste or…

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