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Fall pruning mistakes with lilacs, forsythia, and azaleas
Pruning certain shrubs in autumn removes next year's flower buds and stimulates tender growth vulnerable to winter damage, harming spring blooms and plant
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Plastic Tote Greenhouses Boost Seed Starting and Season
Gardeners are repurposing clear plastic storage totes as low-cost mini greenhouses and seed trays, using simple venting and drainage techniques to protect
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Plants That Do Well or Poorly in Terracotta Pots
Terracotta pots wick moisture and retain heat, creating dry, alkaline conditions that suit some plants but harm others.
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How to Propagate Mint, Oregano, Thyme, and Tarragon
Fall is the ideal time to propagate common culinary herbs like mint, oregano, thyme, and tarragon in water indoors, using simple techniques to preserve
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Six Flowers to Plant in October for Summer Blooms
October is the ideal month to plant peonies, azaleas, wisteria, alliums, and other perennials for stronger root growth and vibrant blooms next summer.
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- 01Plants28 Sep 2026
Spider Plant Plantlets Signal Fall Propagation and Indoor
Lengthening autumn nights trigger spider plants to produce flowers and plantlets.
- 02Plants28 Sep 2026
Best time to buy plants and garden equipment
A former garden center manager reveals the seasonal timing for securing the deepest discounts on plants and tools, advising that the best deals come when
- 03Design & wildlife27 Sep 2026
Monty Don Leaves Gardeners' World After 23 Years
Monty Don has announced his departure from Gardeners' World, ending a 23-year tenure. The 71-year-old presenter will continue gardening at his Longmeadow home and work on new BBC projects, including a travel series.
- 04What to do now27 Sep 2026
How to Ripen Green Tomatoes Fast in Fall
A simple fall technique using pruning and reduced watering can force green tomatoes to ripen quickly before frost damages the crop.
- 05Plants27 Sep 2026
Edible plants in fall borders for color and harvest
Integrating edible greens and herbs like rainbow chard and ornamental kale into fall borders provides dual-purpose beauty and function for space-conscious
- 06Garden care26 Sep 2026
Best Ornamental Grasses for Fall Color and Winter Interest
Native ornamental grasses like Little Bluestem and Switchgrass deliver vibrant fall foliage and persistent seedheads, extending garden interest into winter
- 07Garden care26 Sep 2026
Beckhams' Fall Garden Shows Onions, Lettuce, Strawberries
David and Victoria Beckham's vegetable garden features Shakespeare onions, Black Seeded Simpson lettuce, and strawberries, offering a beginner-friendly
- 08Plants25 Sep 2026
September Lawn Check for Chafer Grub Damage
Gardeners must check lawns for chafer grub infestations this September. The pests have surged after a hot, dry summer and can cause permanent damage if not treated before mid-October.
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Aphids
Worldwide distribution · Ancient times (18th century formal...
Apple Trees
Central Asia · 4th millennium BCE
April
Roman calendar (named from Latin... · 8th century BC (month added to Roman...
August
8 · Roman Empire (Italy)
Bindweed
Bindweed · Convolvulus
Black Spot
Black Spot (of Rose) · Diplocarpon rosae
Blight
Blight · 18th century
Border Spade
United Kingdom · 18th century
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Hellebore Fall Care Tips for Winter Blooms
As hellebores begin active root growth in September, timely fall care including light tidying, feeding, and managing volunteers is essential for strong
Design & wildlife
Legal Drainage Mistakes That Could Flood a Neighbor's Yard
A gardening lawyer explains how common landscaping changes can alter natural water flow, potentially making a homeowner liable for flood damage to a
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Artist Bibby Gignilliat's Mill Valley Dahlia Obsession
Mixed-media artist Bibby Gignilliat has transformed her Mill Valley, California garden into a vibrant, unstructured display featuring over 125 dahlias
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Accessible Gardening Ideas for Easier Growing
Gardening Know How outlines seven practical ideas to make gardens more accessible, focusing on raised bed height, path surfaces, vertical growing, and
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Three Houseplants That Thrive on Neglect
Gardening Know How recommends three resilient houseplants-snake plants, ZZ plants, and spider plants-that tolerate irregular care and low light, ideal for
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Clooney Greenhouse Reveals Small Space Container Garden
Design experts analyze the container gardening principles behind Amal and George Clooney's lush orangery, sharing a layout and layering formula for any
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September Fuchsia Care for Final Blooms and Winter Prep
Gardening Know How outlines six essential tasks for fuchsia care in September, focusing on adjusting water and feed, light pruning, pest checks, and
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RHS launches Railway Stations in Bloom award
The Royal Horticultural Society has launched a new award for volunteer-maintained railway station gardens, with Cardross in Scotland named the first
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Four Plants for a Northeast Garden Shopping List
Horticulturist Joann Vieira recommends four standout plants, including Japanese spicebush and 'Gold Bullion' hellebore, for Northeast gardens, detailing
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Five Trees Perfect for Container Planting in September
Gardening Know How recommends five tree species suitable for container planting in early autumn.
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Joanna Gaines' Raised Bed Garden Design Praised by Experts
Joanna Gaines' symmetrical raised bed garden layout, shared on Instagram, is highlighted for its practical benefits including improved comfort, plant
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Pam Penick's Four Expert Plant Picks for Southwest Gardens
Austin-based gardening author Pam Penick recommends four resilient, water-wise plants suited for the Southwest's challenging climate, detailing their
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