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Plant This with That: Flower Pairings for a Gorgeous Garden
Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 3/14/25 Flower 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 Foliage Annuals for Shade – 6 Stunning Plants for a Lush, Colorful Garden
Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 3/11/25 Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 3/11/25

Best Foliage Annuals for Shade – 6 Stunning Plants for a Lush, Colorful Garden

Transform shady spots in your garden with these 6 stunning foliage annuals for shade!




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Best Flowering Annuals for Shade – 7 Stunning Blooms for Dark Gardens
Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 3/10/25 Flower 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!)
Landscaping & Outdoor Ideas Kelly Keating 3/8/25 Landscaping & Outdoor Ideas 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 Fundamentals Kelly Keating 3/5/25 Gardening Fundamentals 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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Gardening on a Budget: 12 Clever Ways to Get Free (or Nearly Free) Supplies
Garden Tools & Reviews Kelly Keating 3/5/25 Garden Tools & Reviews Kelly Keating 3/5/25

Gardening on a Budget: 12 Clever Ways to Get Free (or Nearly Free) Supplies

Want to grow a thriving garden without spending a fortune? Discover 12 creative ways to get free or inexpensive gardening supplies, from plant swaps to DIY compost and repurposed materials. Start gardening on a budget today!

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10 Garden Items You Should Get Rid of ASAP
Garden Tools & Reviews Kelly Keating 3/2/25 Garden Tools & Reviews Kelly Keating 3/2/25

10 Garden Items You Should Get Rid of ASAP

Is your garden shed overflowing with broken tools, plastic pots, and half-used bags of soil? It's time to declutter! Discover the 10 garden items you should throw away ASAP to create a cleaner, more enjoyable space for you and your plants.

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13 No-Fail Plant Pairings for Effortless Beauty in Your Garden
Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 3/2/25 Flower Gardening 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
Landscaping & Outdoor Ideas Kelly Keating 2/23/25 Landscaping & Outdoor Ideas 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
Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 2/23/25 Flower Gardening 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!)
Gardening Fundamentals Kelly Keating 2/18/25 Gardening Fundamentals 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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Shake Up Your Garden Game: How to Grow a Cocktail Garden
Herb Gardening Kelly Keating 2/16/25 Herb Gardening Kelly Keating 2/16/25

Shake Up Your Garden Game: How to Grow a Cocktail Garden

Create your own cocktail garden and shake up your happy hour with fresh, homegrown ingredients! Learn what to plant, how to care for it, and mix delicious drinks straight from your garden.


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14 Surprising Facts About Lavender You Didn’t Know
Herb Gardening Kelly Keating 2/12/25 Herb Gardening Kelly Keating 2/12/25

14 Surprising Facts About Lavender You Didn’t Know

I bet you didn’t know these surprising facts about lavender! From being used as currency in ancient Rome to its natural insect-repelling powers, this fragrant herb is full of secrets. Discover why lavender is more than just a pretty plant!

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The Best and Worst Companion Plants for Lavender: What to Grow (and Avoid) in Your Garden
Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 2/12/25 Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 2/12/25

The Best and Worst Companion Plants for Lavender: What to Grow (and Avoid) in Your Garden

Grow a healthy and beautiful garden by choosing the best plants to pair with lavender. Some plants help lavender grow strong and keep pests away, while others can cause problems. Learn which plants are great companions for lavender and which ones to avoid.


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The Best Companion Plants for Lilacs—And What NOT to Plant With Them
Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 2/7/25 Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 2/7/25

The Best Companion Plants for Lilacs—And What NOT to Plant With Them

The best companion plants for lilacs to create a stunning, low-maintenance garden. Learn what to plant—and what to avoid—for healthy, vibrant lilacs.

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The Easiest Perennials for Beginner Gardeners
Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 2/7/25 Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 2/7/25

The Easiest Perennials for Beginner Gardeners

The easiest perennials for beginner gardeners—hardy, low-maintenance blooms that return year after year. No green thumb required!

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Flower Bed Layout Basics: Creating a Beautiful and Functional Garden
Landscaping & Outdoor Ideas Kelly Keating 2/6/25 Landscaping & Outdoor Ideas Kelly Keating 2/6/25

Flower Bed Layout Basics: Creating a Beautiful and Functional Garden

Learn the basics of flower bed layout with this beginner-friendly guide! Discover how to choose the right location, layer plants, pick colors, and design a thriving, beautiful garden with ease.

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Full Sun Flower Bed Ideas for Beginners
Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 2/5/25 Flower Gardening Kelly Keating 2/5/25

Full Sun Flower Bed Ideas for Beginners

Simple, beginner-friendly flower bed ideas for full sun—from cottage gardens to drought-tolerant designs—and create a thriving, low-maintenance yard!

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