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11 Stunning Dark Cherry Red Flowers to Plant This Year
Gardening, Flowers Kelly Keating 4/28/25 Gardening, Flowers 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
Gardening, Outdoor Plants Kelly Keating 4/9/25 Gardening, Outdoor Plants 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 Kelly Keating 4/2/25 Gardening 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
Gardening Kelly Keating 3/30/25 Gardening 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 Kelly Keating 3/30/25 Gardening 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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The Best Perennials for Summer Fragrance
Gardening, Flowers Kelly Keating 3/24/25 Gardening, Flowers 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)
Gardening Kelly Keating 3/23/25 Gardening 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
Gardening, Flowers Kelly Keating 3/21/25 Gardening, Flowers 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
Gardening, Flowers Kelly Keating 3/15/25 Gardening, Flowers 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
Gardening, Outdoor Plants, Flowers Kelly Keating 3/15/25 Gardening, Outdoor Plants, Flowers 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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Plant This with That: Flower Pairings for a Gorgeous Garden
Flowers, Gardening Kelly Keating 3/14/25 Flowers, Gardening Kelly Keating 3/14/25

Plant This with That: Flower Pairings for a Gorgeous Garden

Want to create a stunning garden without the guesswork? Discover beautiful flower pairings that not only look amazing together but also thrive in the same conditions. Get inspired with these easy, eye-catching combinations.

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Best Flowering Annuals for Shade – 7 Stunning Blooms for Dark Gardens
Flowers, Gardening Kelly Keating 3/10/25 Flowers, Gardening Kelly Keating 3/10/25

Best Flowering Annuals for Shade – 7 Stunning Blooms for Dark Gardens

Brighten up shady spots in your garden with these 7 best flowering annuals for shade! 



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Landscape Border Ideas That Beginners Will Love (And Can Actually Maintain!)
Gardening, Outdoor Plants Kelly Keating 3/8/25 Gardening, Outdoor Plants Kelly Keating 3/8/25

Landscape Border Ideas That Beginners Will Love (And Can Actually Maintain!)

Looking for easy and beautiful landscape border ideas? Discover the best plant pairings, care tips, and design tricks to create a stunning garden border—perfect for beginners!

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The Secret Prescription for Better Health? Your Garden
Gardening Kelly Keating 3/5/25 Gardening Kelly Keating 3/5/25

The Secret Prescription for Better Health? Your Garden

 Doctors are prescribing gardening for a reason! Discover how digging in the dirt can boost your physical and mental health, improve strength, reduce stress, and even increase longevity—just like the world's longest-living people. Ready to reap the benefits? Let’s get growing!


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13 No-Fail Plant Pairings for Effortless Beauty in Your Garden
Gardening, Outdoor Plants Kelly Keating 3/2/25 Gardening, Outdoor Plants Kelly Keating 3/2/25

13 No-Fail Plant Pairings for Effortless Beauty in Your Garden

Create a stunning, low-maintenance garden with these beautiful plant combinations! Discover perfect pairings that look amazing together and thrive in the same growing conditions. Get inspired with easy-to-follow garden design ideas.

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Transform Your Pool Area: Expert Tips on the Best Poolside Plants
Gardening, Outdoor Plants Kelly Keating 2/23/25 Gardening, Outdoor Plants Kelly Keating 2/23/25

Transform Your Pool Area: Expert Tips on the Best Poolside Plants

Transform your pool area into a lush, private retreat with the best poolside plants. Discover expert tips on choosing low-maintenance, heat-tolerant greenery for privacy, shade, and a resort-like feel.

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How to Grow a Moon Garden: Flowers That Glow and Smell Amazing at Night
Gardening, Outdoor Plants Kelly Keating 2/23/25 Gardening, Outdoor Plants Kelly Keating 2/23/25

How to Grow a Moon Garden: Flowers That Glow and Smell Amazing at Night

Ever wished your garden looked just as magical at night as it does during the day? A moon garden is the answer! Check out these night-blooming flowers, glowing foliage, and easy design tips to create your own dreamy backyard escape.

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How to Spot and Fix Plant Problems Fast (With a Simple Checklist!)
Outdoor Plants Kelly Keating 2/18/25 Outdoor Plants Kelly Keating 2/18/25

How to Spot and Fix Plant Problems Fast (With a Simple Checklist!)

Struggling plants? Use this simple checklist to diagnose and fix common garden problems fast! Learn how to spot issues like watering mistakes, nutrient deficiencies, pests, and more—so you can get your garden back on track.

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