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Autumn Purple Ash: Beauty vs. the Emerald Ash Borer Risk
If you're wondering about the purple ash tree — specifically the Autumn Purple cultivar — here's the short answer: I wouldn't recommend planting one t...
Western August Gardening: Essential Harvest and Watering Guide
Western August gardening is all about keeping your cool — literally. If you're a gardener in California or Nevada, your main job this month boils down...
Do Soil Microbes Adapt to Different Regions? My Test
You're probably wondering, do soil microbes adapt to different regions when you move them around — and the short answer is: most don't, they either go...
Growing Astragalus From Seed? Here's What Nobody Tells You About Harvesting the Root
If you're wondering whether you can really grow, harvest, and use astragalus root yourself for its health benefits, the short answer is yes — but it t...
Wild Potato Information: Grow Potatoes Without Pesticides
Wild potato information might sound like something only botanists care about, but I’m here to tell you it’s one of the most practical tools you can ad...
How to Grow Little Bunny Dwarf Fountain Grass for Small Spaces
If you're hunting for a truly compact ornamental grass that won't overwhelm your small garden or patio, Little Bunny dwarf fountain grass is your best...
Garden Kneeler Basics: Use Tips to Protect Your Knees
So, what are garden kneelers? Let me cut straight to it: a garden kneeler is a portable, padded bench that flips over to give you either a soft spot f...
Toxic Plants for Turtles: What Every Owner Must Know
Yes, there are many common plants that are toxic to turtles, and knowing which ones can mean the difference between a healthy pet and a tragedy. I've ...
Why Dragon's Tongue Fails in Aquariums (And What to Do)
Hemigraphis repanda, or dragon’s tongue, is a beautiful plant with green tops and purple undersides, but if you’ve tried it in an aquarium, you’ve pro...
Growing Perennials in the South? Avoid These 5 Mistakes
Growing perennials in the South is a completely different game from what you see in those glossy northern gardening magazines, and I say that from exp...
7 Secrets to Boost Your Garden With Perennials for the Southwest
If you're gardening in the Southwest, you already know the drill — blazing sun, little rain, and soil that feels more like baking powder than dirt. Bu...
