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July 18, 2020 - Issue #470 Read in Browser


Nature's beauty is a gift that cultivates appreciation and gratitude. Louie Schwartzberg

ARTICLES TO READ


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Add Beneficial Fungi When Planting

Many gardeners, especially those in warm areas, are still planting bulbs, trees, and shrubs, and adding soil amendments such as compost and fertilizer when planting. But the most critical additive may be fungi.
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Apple Tree Care

Water young trees regularly, especially those on semi-dwarfing or dwarfing rootstocks, to ensure that the root system becomes well established. Renew mulch periodically, but pull it away from the tree in the fall so mice don't nest over the winter and eat the bark.
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The Lowdown on Lawns: Frequently Asked Questions

10 frequently asked questions about lawns. Lean about cool-season and warm-season grasses; the best time of year to seed a new lawn; fertilizer for lawns and more!
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Are You Overwatering?

Overwatering can be as damaging to plants as under watering causing stress and less than robust plants. Limiting the stress of your plants gives them a much better chance at shrugging off insects and diseases. Make sure the care you are giving your plants isn't causing undue stress.
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Edible Landscaping - How to: Espalier an Apple Tree

Many gardeners would love to grow apples, pears, peaches, and other tree fruits in their yard, but don't have the room or climate to accommodate them. While there are many dwarf tree fruit varieties on the market, sometimes even these trees are too large for a small yard. Plus, if you live in a cold winter or cool summer climate, some fruits just won't grow and mature well for you. Learn how to accommodate in this article.
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Find your Zone

Exactly which USDA hardiness zone are you in? Well, it depends. Use our zone map and article to help.

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Lily (Lilium 'Viva La Vida')

Lily (<i>Lilium</i> 'Viva La Vida')

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Money Plant (Lunaria annua)

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Tall Bearded Iris (Iris 'Fan Letter')

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It is a golden maxim to cultivate the garden for the nose, and the eyes will take care of themselves. ~Robert Louis Stevenson

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