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How to Grow and Care for Tower of Jewels (Red Bugloss)

Echius wildpretii Tower of jewels, Echium of wild value subsp. wildpretiiaka E. wildpretiiis a flowering biennial native to the arid, sub-Alpine Tenerife region of...

Growing, Harvesting, and Drying Thyme

It’s about time we talk about thyme! Thyme, a medicinal herb and a flavorful addition to mealsis easy to grow and harvest in almost...

Strengthening Your Farm or Garden’s Immune System

My idea of a healthy plant has changed over the past 40 years. I once thought that the biggest, greenest, most vigorous, nitrogen-filled plants...

How to Start a Neighbourhood Fruit and Vegetable Exchange

That extra basket of cucumbers from your garden can not only get you juicy tomatoes in return, but help you get to know your...

Basics of Harvesting Herbs, Roots, Fruits & More!

Harvesting herbs is an art! Timing and understanding a plant’s life cycle are key for getting the best quality. Whether you’re new or a...

Native Shrub Alternatives to Overused Plants in the Southeast

Expert Picks: Try These Native Shrub Alternatives to Common Landscape Plants in the Southeast Looking...

How to Make and Use Compost Tea Fertilizer

Aerated As mentioned, just as the quality of the compost you use is important, so is the quality of your water. Chlorine, heavy metals, or contaminants...

Favorite Photos of Summer Gardens: A GPOD Reader Roundup

Hello All! Summer may be flying by, but there is no reason we cannot slow...

How to Maintain Your Garden Hand Tools

There are three keys to success when it comes to getting the most value for your money from garden hand tools: First, purchase the best...

$10 Solar Fountain Stops Mosquitoes Breeding in Bird Baths

A bird bath is not only a beautiful addition to any landscape, but it also benefits local and migrating birds who need a relaxing...

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Meadow garden in Washington Park’s Mount Vernon Garden

July 04, 2026 The park in my Denver neighborhood is named in honor of George Washington (its naming in 1899 commemorated the 100th anniversary of...

Greenworks 24V 6-Inch Pruning Saw: Hands-On Review

If you’re seeking a powerful tool for pruning large tree branches – thicker than anything you could cut with regular pruning shears – then...

Gardeners Are Using Flour To Deter Garden Pests. Does It Work?

Can you use flour to deter garden pests? That's the question everyone's asking at the moment, thanks to some pretty bold claims on social...