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The Best Materials to Put at the Bottom of Raised Beds

The Best Materials to Put at the Bottom of Raised Beds

Oct 23rd 2025

Gardeners' love raised garden beds as these elevated beds simplify plant care and help you make the most of your garden space. Raised beds improve drainage, minimize soil compaction, keep rats and other pests out of your plants, and help prevent weed growth. If they're built correctly using best-qua …
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Fire Smart Landscaping: Firescaping for Gardeners

Fire Smart Landscaping: Firescaping for Gardeners

Oct 23rd 2025

Wildfires have recently become a growing concern in California and other fire-prone areas. With risks on the rise, homeowners are now seeking proactive ways to protect their properties from wildfires and create landscapes that resist fire. One of the most effective solutions to prevent fire from spr …
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Tips to Protect Your Lawn from Winter Damage

Tips to Protect Your Lawn from Winter Damage

Oct 21st 2025

Winter presents unique challenges for lawns, particularly in regions that experience heavy snow and ice. With proper care and the right strategies, your lawn can remain healthy and vibrant throughout the colder months. On the contrary, neglecting lawn care in fall and winter can lead to winter damag …
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How to Preserve Tomatoes: 10 Easy and Effective Methods

How to Preserve Tomatoes: 10 Easy and Effective Methods

Oct 20th 2025

How to capture that peak tomato flavor to enjoy through the winter? Preserving tomatoes at their peak ensures you can enjoy vibrant flavors long after the growing season. After years of experience, including canning, freezing, and drying, I have learned what works best and safest for home gardeners. …
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Winter Garden Tips and Maintenance for Beginners

Winter Garden Tips and Maintenance for Beginners

Oct 15th 2025

When winter settles in, most gardeners think it's time to put everything on hold. But winter isn't a break! It's the start of next season. I've always found winter to be the perfect time to nurture the soil, plan for new growth, and give my garden the quiet care it deserves. From cleanup and compost …
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Top 20 Native Plants Every Gardener Should Know

Top 20 Native Plants Every Gardener Should Know

Oct 14th 2025

Creating a thriving, low-maintenance garden starts with selecting native plants. Over the years, I've discovered that native species not only save time but also foster a deeper connection to the local ecosystem. I'll never forget the first time I swapped out imported flowers for local wildflowers, a …
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5 Best Grass Types for California Lawns

5 Best Grass Types for California Lawns

Oct 13th 2025

California's diverse climates require specific grass types to ensure optimal lawn health year-round. Although this golden state is known for its wonderful Mediterranean climate, temperatures here can reach scorching highs and freezing lows. Therefore, numerous grasses, including both warm-season and …
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What To Do in Winter: 10 Winter Activities for Gardeners

What To Do in Winter: 10 Winter Activities for Gardeners

Oct 9th 2025

Even when frost covers the ground and the garden seems asleep, a gardener never truly rests. I always find winter to be one of the most reflective times: a season for dreaming, planning, and laying the groundwork for next spring. The cold months offer a chance to return to indoor projects, reconnect …
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Common Signs of Overwatering and Underwatering Plants

Common Signs of Overwatering and Underwatering Plants

Oct 8th 2025

Improper watering is the leading cause of plant wilting, browning, yellowing, or stunting. Maintaining the right watering balance is essential for the health of your plants (indoors and outdoors). Overwatering and underwatering can both cause significant problems, but it can be hard to tell which of …
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