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Plant Care
Troubleshooting yellowing leaves: 7 specific causes and how to treat each
I always get a little pang when I see leaves going yellow on a plant I care about. Yellowing — or chlorosis — is one of those common garden signals that can come from many different problems. Over the years I’ve learned that the key is to look...
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How to use mulch correctly around shrubs to prevent rot and encourage deep roots
Mulch is one of my favorite garden habits — it transforms bare soil into a tidy, moisture-retaining layer, suppresses weeds and feeds the soil as it breaks down. But I’ve also learned the hard way that mulch can cause problems when used...
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Plant Care
Why your tomato plants drop flowers and how to fix it this week
I planted a second round of tomatoes last month and watched, heart in my throat, as healthy-looking plants produced clusters of perfect yellow flowers that then shriveled and fell away. If that’s happening in your garden, you’re not alone —...
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When to prune spring flowering shrubs for bigger blooms next year
I love the way a shrub-heavy border sings in spring—clouds of lilac, lemony bursts of forsythia, and the soft flaring of azaleas. Over the years I’ve learned that timing the pruning of spring-flowering shrubs correctly is one of the easiest ways...
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Plant Care
The best container mixes for fast draining pots and bigger root systems
I often find that the difference between a pot that struggles and one that thrives comes down to the potting mix. When you want fast-draining containers and bigger, healthier root systems, the right mix is everything. Over the years I've tested...
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How to revive soggy soil in raised beds without digging everything up
I often get questions about raised beds that stay waterlogged — soggy, smelly soil that seems to suffocate roots and zap plant vigour. I’ve had my share of beds that looked promising after a big planting project, only to turn into a sponge after...
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