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  • Flowers & Shrubs

How to Change Hydrangea Color From Pink to Blue

October 26, 20266 mins

Learn how to change hydrangea color with soil pH, which types can switch, and how long it really takes to go from pink to blue.

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  • Garden Care

How to Start a Compost Pile at Home in 5 Easy Steps

October 25, 20267 mins

Learn how to start a compost pile with the right mix of greens and browns, plus fixes for smells, pests, and slow compost.

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Handful of dark garden soil
  • Small Space Gardening

How to Fill a Raised Garden Bed Without Overspending

October 24, 20267 mins

Learn how to fill a raised garden bed with the right soil mix, save money by layering, and calculate exactly how much you need.

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Pile of colorful fallen leaves in autumn
  • Garden Care

How to Make Leaf Mold From Fall Leaves

October 17, 20268 mins

Learn how to make leaf mold from fall leaves: the best leaves to use, bin and bag methods, how long it takes, and how to use it in your garden beds.

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Field of blooming crimson clover
  • Garden Care

Cover Crops for Home Gardens: A Beginner’s Guide

October 16, 20268 mins

Cover crops for home gardens protect and feed your soil over winter. Learn which ones to plant, when to sow them, and how to turn them under in spring.

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  • Tomato Plant Spacing: How Far Apart to Plant Tomatoes

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