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Help! My forsythia isn't blooming like it used to. Forsythia shrubs with few blooms.

Help! My forsythia isn't blooming like it used to

Forsythias are planted for their stunning floral display in early spring. Have you ever seen a forsythia bush, and for some reason, there are only blooms at the very top or sparsely scattered around the plant? Or maybe wondered why it didn't bloom at all? While forsythia will produce an...
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Daffodils: a symbol of renewal and hope

Daffodils: A symbol of renewal and hope

Daffodils are among the most beloved spring flowers known for their bright blooms and easy cultivation. Beginner gardeners to experienced horticulturists alike have delighted in daffodils for centuries. As our spring advances, we take a closer look at the flower that has become an emblem of...
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Berry Succession: Creating a continuous food source for birds

One of the most favored hobbies of outdoor enthusiasts, gardeners, and wildlife lovers is feeding the birds. Setting out a bird feeder with seed or suet cakes is a popular way many people use to feed the birds, but there are other ways to feed birds. Birds scavenge seed from plants, they will get...
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Rotating Crops for a More Resilient Garden  raised garden beds with various garden crops

Rotating crops for a more resilient garden

As the growing season approaches, final plans are being made for home gardens. What to plant and where to plant are big questions that require multiple levels of consideration. What to plant requires an analysis of the intended use, what the growing space can support, and how the climate will...
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Growing inspiration: mocha mousse hues in the garden image is dormant switchgrass with a blue sky background

Growing inspiration: mocha mousse hues in the garden

Each year, a variety of establishments attempt to make news by predicting annual garden trends. I’m conflicted over these reports because, on the one hand, they are fun ways to see what types of new things are on the horizon. Yet on the other hand, many of the trends are elaborate and expensive to...
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How does cold weather affect garden plants? Snow covered landscape.

How does cold weather affect garden plants?

As cold weather sets in, we often find ourselves retreating indoors where it is warm. However, our landscape plants can't do this, and during times of extreme cold, like this recent cold snap, we may find ourselves wondering how our plants will fare. How do plants prepare for...
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