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How to Grow Blueberries in Containers With Acidic SoilBlueberries are well suited to container gardening when their basic needs are managed carefully. A pot gives you control over the growing medium, drainage,…
Managing Whiteflies Naturally in Your GreenhouseWhiteflies can multiply quickly in a warm greenhouse, especially when plants are crowded and tender new growth is abundant. Adults flutter up when foliage is…
How to Force Blooms on Spring Bulbs IndoorsForcing spring bulbs indoors brings the color and fragrance of an outdoor garden into the colder months. With the right bulb varieties, a cool resting period,…
The best native trees for small urban yardsA small urban yard can support much more than a shade tree. The right native species can provide spring flowers, berries for birds, brilliant autumn color, and…
How to Use Row Covers to Protect Crops from PestsA healthy garden can attract more than pollinators. Flea beetles, cabbage worms, cucumber beetles, leaf miners, and other insects may find young plants before…
Practical Tips For Growing Peppers In A GreenhousePeppers are well suited to greenhouse cultivation because they respond strongly to warmth, steady moisture, and long periods of bright light. A protected…
How to Grow Carrots in Deep ContainersFresh carrots can thrive in a patio garden, balcony planter, or small backyard when they have enough room for their roots to develop. Container growing also…
When to harvest pumpkins and winter squash in IndianaTiming the harvest correctly helps pumpkins and winter squash develop better flavor, firmer texture, and longer storage life. In Indiana, the ideal date…
How to start a butterfly garden with milkweed and nectar plantsA butterfly garden can turn a sunny corner of a yard into a lively habitat for monarchs, swallowtails, painted ladies, and many other pollinators. The most…
How to Grow Lettuce and Greens in a Shady SpotA garden does not need full sun to produce crisp leaves and tender salad greens. Lettuce, spinach, arugula, mustard greens, kale, chard, and many Asian greens…