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Failures, Learned Wisdom, and Becoming a Better Grower

I view the world from the perspective of an ecologist. I am fascinated by the biological and physical principles that define natural interactions. I...

How to Grow and Care for this Houseplant

Growing olive trees indoors has become popular in recent years -- and for good reason. This Mediterranean native is tolerant of dry air and...

Desert Gardens and Living Ocotillo Fences – Fouquieria splendens

I recently discovered a unique garden feature of the desert southwest – the ocotillo fence. The Ocotillo (Fouquieria splendens) is native to the desert...

How Do I Grow Lettuce | Lettuce Growing Guide

Lettuce is a fast-growing cool-season crop for spring and fall that is attractive in...

Jack Pizzo’s Prairie Garden in Illinois

For years I have wondered why Europeans find American prairie planting so aspirational, while Americans will go to great lengths to create a semblance...

Early September flowers, foliage in my Austin garden

September 07, 2025 All hail the queen! My biggest, most regal squid agave (Agave bracteosa) is a living fountain, arcing above her tall, pleated pot....

How to grow hardwood cuttings | Jack Wallington

Hardwood cuttings are an easy way of taking pieces of woody stem of shrubs, some trees and climbers to grow new plants. It’s done...

August in Carla’s Pennsylvania Garden, Part 1

Hi GPODers! We’re back in Malvern, Pennsylvania, with a new update from Carla Zambelli Mudry....

How to prune salvias and when to do it – three pruning groups | Jack Wallington

A group of plants I grow a lot in my own garden and in my clients’ garden designs is the perennial Salvias. Salvias are...

From the plot: interview with @country_allotment

As part of our ‘From the Plot’ series, we’ve been talking to inspirational growers who generously share their gardening knowledge with others. We spoke...

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A Nourishing Recipe to Boost Seedling Growth

You don’t need to use chemicals or other unnatural ingredients to give your seedlings a boost. Just use a combination of seaweed, apple cider...

The Pros and Cons of Container Gardens

Sunny porches dotted with a mismatched selection of containers filled with medicinal herbs, patios with large containers of tomatoes and hot peppers, or a...

How To Stop Grubs – And Get Rid Of Ground Moles Forever!

Looking for a way to stop grubs from invading your lawn and garden – and in turn – keep ground moles away for good? One...
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