Early Spring

The Power of Mulching for Gardens and Yards

Imagine stepping into a lush, healthy garden where every plant is thriving, the soil feels rich and cool to the touch, and weeds are nowhere to be seen. What’s the secret behind this picture-perfect scene? Often, you’ll find a thick, tidy layer of mulch.

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Deer Browsing Blues

Deer browsing can decimate gardens, leaving homeowners frustrated. Understanding seasonal feeding patterns and combining multiple control strategies – from fencing to repellents to deer-resistant plants – offers the best defense.

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Designing a Deer-Resistant Perennial Garden

Design a perennial garden that confidently shrugs off deer visits! By curating textures, scents, and shapes that deer instinctively avoid, your garden becomes a glorious defiance against nibbling intruders – every bloom a triumph.

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April Garden Checklist: Spring Awakening

April garden essentials focus on repairing winter damage, planting cool-season crops, feeding perennials, mulching beds, and preparing your landscape for growth.

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Woodland Edge Garden Ideas

Woodland edge garden ideas with native plants to attract pollinators, birds, and create a low-maintenance, layered landscape.

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Spotting Early Spring Natives

Learn how to identify early spring natives as they emerge, supporting pollinators and planning a healthy, thriving seasonal garden.

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Secrets of Spring Bees

Discover how a spring native pollinators garden helps bees thrive by preserving habitat, planting early flowers, skipping pesticides, and offering water sources.

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Planting Bare-Root Trees

Learn expert tips for planting bare-root trees successfully this spring for strong growth, healthy roots, and long-lasting landscapes.

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Early Native Perennials That Shine

Plant early blooming native perennials to support pollinators, add color, and create a thriving spring garden filled with nectar and beauty.

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Flood-Tolerant Native Plants

Select early spring flood-tolerant plants for wet areas to prevent erosion, attract pollinators, and enhance beauty and biodiversity in your garden.

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