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When And How To Divide Perennials
We've all heard that many perennials should be divided or can be divided. But when is the right time, and how do you go about it? Taking a garden spade after a beautiful clump of flowers is intimidating!...
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Gardener’s Greenroom
Growing advice, seasonal how-tos, and recipes from master gardener Andy Wilcox. A new article lands here every week.
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March 17, 2025
Sand, Silt, and Clay Soil (and how to see which one you have)
If you read planting guides and gardening magazines, you'll come across information stating this plant does well in loamy soils or that plant tolerates clay. But what are the different types...
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March 11, 2025
Everything About Basil
If you’re only going to grow one herb, basil is a good choice. Basil is a key ingredient in many dishes, is reliable, and is easy to care for. The flavor...
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March 3, 2025
Thrips, Fungus Gnats, And Aphids, Oh My
There’s something flying around in your tomato seedlings! And what are those little white dots? Plants we grow indoors, whether permanently like houseplants or temporarily like seedlings we start indoors, are...
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February 24, 2025
How To Make Your Compost Pile Work This Year
Do you find yourself wondering, “why did my compost pile not work?” You’re not alone. Many of us have started composting, only to find it didn’t work out the way we...
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February 17, 2025
How Seeds (Actually) Germinate
The wonder of seeds never ceases to amaze. A white pine seed is quite small but carries the embryo and genetic code for an entire tree. If you've planted snapdragons, you...
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February 6, 2025
Garden Planning and Designing
If you don't get excited about planning next year's garden, you're doing it wrong. Of course, picking out new varieties and plants to try is fun (should I try the San...
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January 28, 2025
N, P, and K Explained
Gardeners and gardening articles often talk about NPK, which stands for nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. The initials N, P, and K are the chemical symbols for those elements on the periodic...
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January 16, 2025
A Few English Garden Design Concepts
Our gardening friends in the UK have a reputation for design, and it’s well deserved. For a mid-winter treat, snag a copy of The English Garden magazine. Glossy pictures of amazing gardens...
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