Annual & Perennial Gardens

Echinacea purpurea
Should perennials be cut back in fall?
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Winter scene for pollinators
How to Help Bees and Butterflies Survive the Winter
When winter settles in and bitter winds howl, I marvel at the ability of animals to survive our harsh winters. We know mammals hibernate and hoard, an... Learn More
Pine tree needles
Do pine trees and pine needles make soil more acidic?
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Dhalia tubers
When should I dig up dahlia tubers and how should I store them?
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Mums
Can fall mums be planted in the garden?
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crabgrass
How can I get rid of crabgrass in my lawn?
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milkweed tussock moth caterpillars
What are the hairy caterpillars eating my milkweed? Are they good bugs?
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Wild cucumber vine
Wild cucumber: a frequently misidentified native vine
Aggressive and ornamental, wild cucumber is a fast growing native plant
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Oriental beetle
How can I control the beetles that are eating my garden?
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store shelf
Are organic pesticides safer for my garden?
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