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Crop Rotation for Home Gardens: The Beginner-Friendly System That Actually Works
Vegetable Gardening Kelly Keating 1/25/26 Vegetable Gardening Kelly Keating 1/25/26

Crop Rotation for Home Gardens: The Beginner-Friendly System That Actually Works

 Learn crop rotation the easy way—what it is, why it matters, plant family chart, and simple examples like what to plant after cucumbers and tomatoes.



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Want Better Results? These Are the Veggies You Should Always Grow From Seed
Vegetable Gardening Kelly Keating 1/20/26 Vegetable Gardening Kelly Keating 1/20/26

Want Better Results? These Are the Veggies You Should Always Grow From Seed

Want a healthier, more productive garden? These vegetables grow best from seed—not transplants. Learn what to direct sow and why.

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Landscaping Along a Fence: Easy Layouts + Best Plants (With Care Tips)
Landscaping & Outdoor Ideas Kelly Keating 1/14/26 Landscaping & Outdoor Ideas Kelly Keating 1/14/26

Landscaping Along a Fence: Easy Layouts + Best Plants (With Care Tips)

Need fence landscaping ideas? Copy these easy layouts and plant pairings for sun or shade—plus simple care tips to keep your fence border thriving.


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How to Dry Lavender (The Easy Way — No Fancy Tools Needed)
Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 1/13/26 Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 1/13/26

How to Dry Lavender (The Easy Way — No Fancy Tools Needed)

Learn how to dry lavender at home the easy way—bundle, hang, and dry in 1–2 weeks. Plus, how to remove buds and use dried lavender for scent, sleep, and storage.

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Is My Lavender Dead? How to Tell if It’s Dormant or Gone for Good
Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 1/8/26 Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 1/8/26

Is My Lavender Dead? How to Tell if It’s Dormant or Gone for Good

Is your lavender dead or just dormant? Learn the key signs to check (brittle stems, green growth at the base, timing in spring) plus what to do if it’s truly gone—and how to overwinter potted lavender so it survives.

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When to Plant a Vegetable Garden
Vegetable Gardening Kelly Keating 1/6/26 Vegetable Gardening Kelly Keating 1/6/26

When to Plant a Vegetable Garden

When should you plant a vegetable garden? Use this simple timeline by frost date, with real date examples, zones explained, and what veggies to plant when.

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Salvia Companion Plants: 15 Beautiful Pairings for a Thriving Garden
Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 6/15/25 Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 6/15/25

Salvia Companion Plants: 15 Beautiful Pairings for a Thriving Garden

Stunning companion plants for salvia that thrive in full sun and dry soil. Includes zones, spacing, water needs, and why each plant pairs perfectly with salvia for a vibrant, low-maintenance garden.

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11 Stunning Dark Cherry Red Flowers to Plant This Year
Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 4/28/25 Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 4/28/25

11 Stunning Dark Cherry Red Flowers to Plant This Year

Bring drama and beauty to your garden with dark cherry red blooms. Learn the best flowers to plant, how to care for them, and easy garden styling ideas.

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Ultimate Guide to Fire-Resistant Plants for Dry Climates
Landscaping & Outdoor Ideas Kelly Keating 4/9/25 Landscaping & Outdoor Ideas Kelly Keating 4/9/25

Ultimate Guide to Fire-Resistant Plants for Dry Climates

A practical guide to 20 fire-resistant plants that add beauty to your landscape while reducing wildfire risk. Includes landscaping tips for dry, fire-prone regions.


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How to Get Rid of Ants Fast—and Keep Them from Coming Back
Gardening Fundamentals Kelly Keating 4/2/25 Gardening Fundamentals Kelly Keating 4/2/25

How to Get Rid of Ants Fast—and Keep Them from Coming Back

Learn how to get rid of ants fast using targeted, low-toxicity methods and simple fixes that stop them from coming back.


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Safer, Smarter Gardening: What to Use Instead of Roundup
Garden Tools & Reviews Kelly Keating 3/30/25 Garden Tools & Reviews Kelly Keating 3/30/25

Safer, Smarter Gardening: What to Use Instead of Roundup

Think Roundup is the only way to kill weeds? Learn why you should stop using it—and the safer, effective alternatives I use to keep my garden healthy and thriving.


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How to Use Epsom Salt for Plants (And When Not To)
Gardening Fundamentals Kelly Keating 3/30/25 Gardening Fundamentals Kelly Keating 3/30/25

How to Use Epsom Salt for Plants (And When Not To)

Learn how to use Epsom salt in your garden the right way! find out which plants benefit most, how to apply it safely, and when to skip it for healthier, thriving plants.


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30 Gardening Tips Every Beginner Needs to Succeed from the Start
Gardening Fundamentals Kelly Keating 3/25/25 Gardening Fundamentals Kelly Keating 3/25/25

30 Gardening Tips Every Beginner Needs to Succeed from the Start

New to gardening? Discover 30 essential tips every beginner needs to avoid common mistakes and grow a thriving garden from the very start.

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The Best Perennials for Summer Fragrance
Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 3/24/25 Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 3/24/25

The Best Perennials for Summer Fragrance

Discover 9 fragrant summer perennials that add lasting scent and beauty to your garden. Learn their care needs, bloom time, and unique features.

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25 Genius Front Yard Landscaping Ideas That Look Expensive (But Aren’t)
Landscaping & Outdoor Ideas Kelly Keating 3/23/25 Landscaping & Outdoor Ideas Kelly Keating 3/23/25

25 Genius Front Yard Landscaping Ideas That Look Expensive (But Aren’t)

Try these 25 front yard landscaping ideas that add instant curb appeal—without the high cost. Simple upgrades, big visual impact.

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11 Perennials with Fragrant Spring Flowers You'll Love in Your Garden
Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 3/21/25 Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 3/21/25

11 Perennials with Fragrant Spring Flowers You'll Love in Your Garden

Fill your garden with the sweet scent of spring! Discover 11 fragrant spring perennials that bloom beautifully year after year, adding color and intoxicating aromas to your outdoor space. 

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The Best Drought-Tolerant Annuals for a Stunning, Low-Water Summer Garden
Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 3/15/25 Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 3/15/25

The Best Drought-Tolerant Annuals for a Stunning, Low-Water Summer Garden

The best drought-tolerant annuals for a vibrant, low-water summer garden! These heat-loving flowers bloom all season with minimal care.




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15 Drought-Tolerant Perennials That Survive Scorching Summers
Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 3/15/25 Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 3/15/25

15 Drought-Tolerant Perennials That Survive Scorching Summers

The best drought-tolerant perennials that thrive in hot, dry summers with minimal watering!

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