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Do you dream of retiring to the Bahamas, where pristine sand beaches and glittering turquoise oceans await? That’s a fine goal to have, but why not jumpstart your retirement efforts by transforming your backyard into a veritable tropical paradise? In...
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Capturing the fascinating form of the tomato is an art form in itself – from pleated heirlooms to bite-sized cherry tomatoes, tomatoes have graced the pages of countless home and garden magazines with their dazzling variance. Caressed by the warm...
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While scrolling through Facebook, you may have stumbled upon posts touting the efficacy of banana peel water, or banana tea, with an image of a gloriously full basil plant as proof that it works wonders. In theory, banana water as...
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Trends both notorious and obscure come and go, but some have managed to achieve staying power due to their classic appeal – and this includes old-fashioned flowers.
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Bastard cabbage, scientifically known as Rapistrum rugosum, is an aggressive spreader that quickly turns the tide of war in its favor, swarming beloved natives such as bluebonnets, Indian paintbrush, and other native wildflowers.
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This season, try growing those interesting and unusual vegetables for an exotic twist to your cuisine.
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Though the practice of using flowers to communicate hidden meaning has long fallen out of fashion, flowers continue to exhilarate gardeners, both for its practical purposes and folkloric associations.
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Under population pressures, harmless grasshoppers transform into a swarm of voracious locusts. The trigger? Serotonin, a chemical compound that plays a role in everything from sleep to aggression.
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Morning glories are tenacious climbers that produce a medley of colors: solid colors, bi-colors, and variegated variations.
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Just like in the school yard and animal world, there are bullies that bluster and threaten at backyard feeders.
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