Garden Care
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How to Start a Compost Pile at Home in 5 Easy Steps
Learn how to start a compost pile with the right mix of greens and browns, plus fixes for smells, pests,…
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How to Make Leaf Mold From Fall Leaves
Learn how to make leaf mold from fall leaves: the best leaves to use, bin and bag methods, how long…
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Cover Crops for Home Gardens: A Beginner’s Guide
Cover crops for home gardens protect and feed your soil over winter. Learn which ones to plant, when to sow…
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How to Overseed a Lawn for Thicker Grass
Learn how to overseed a lawn step by step: the best time of year, choosing grass seed, mowing and raking,…
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How to Overwinter Potted Plants Without Losing Them
Learn how to overwinter potted plants, from tender perennials to patio shrubs, using garages, basements, and sunny windows.
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How to Winterize Your Home and Yard: A 12-Step Checklist
Learn how to winterize your home and yard before the first freeze: drain hoses and irrigation, protect evergreens, store tools,…
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9 Fall Garden Chores That Pay Off Big Next Spring
These 9 fall garden chores, from shredding leaves into free mulch to planting bulbs and garlic, set you up for…
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