Latest articles by Drew Swainston
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Yes, You Can Keep Eggplant Alive Over Winter (and Grow It Again Next Season) – Here’s How Gardeners Do ItKnowing how to overwintering eggplant might change the way you grow it
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Have You Ever Wanted to Use a Leaf Blower for Snow? Experts Reveal When You Can and Can't, Plus How to Do It EfficientlyUsing a leaf blower for snow removal is possible, but not fool proof
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Garden Pros Say These 7 Jobs Will Protect Your Plants from Winter Damage – But They Need to Be Done in DecemberExperts reveal the key overwintering jobs to do in December to protect your yard from the worst of winter
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Experts Say This Is the Only Way To Safely Remove Snow From Trees, and Prevent Damage Through WinterThe dos and don'ts of removing heavy snow from trees and shrubs
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It's Not Too Late to Plant Tulips in December – Better to Take a Chance Than Not Do It at All, Says a Gardening ExpertTulips are fairly forgiving, even if you plant them a little late
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Snow Blower vs Snow Shovel: How to Decide Which Snow Removal Tool Is Best for Your Yard This WinterMake sure you’ve got the best tool for the job ahead of the next snowstorm
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Don’t Let Shrubs Snap or Split This Winter – Experts Reveal the Plants You Must Always Remove Heavy Snow FromThese plants are at risk of damage if snow and ice is left sitting on them
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I Spent A Decade Growing and Harvesting Winter Vegetables for Restaurants – These 7 Unsung Heroes Are Ideal for Hearty December DishesDiscover alternatives to the classic winter veg and how to harvest them
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Native Plants Provide Valuable Food for Birds in Winter – Experts Reveal 5 of the Best You Can Plant to Support Feathered Friends in Your YardThese native shrubs and perennials can feed many birds when other food sources are scarce
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I Am Obsessed With Pitcher Plants, And Propagating Them is Much Easier Than You’d Expect – Discover My Two Tried-and-True MethodsMaster different techniques to expand your collection of pitcher plants
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I Grow Leafy Greens Through Winter Every Year – 5 Ways I Protect Them From Frost to Keep Delicious Harvests Coming in the Colder MonthsDiscover some simple ways of overwintering leafy greens at home
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I Grew and Harvested Root Vegetables Year-Round for Michelin-Starred Chefs – I Urge You to Do These 3 Things in Winter to Guarantee Yours Are PerfectThe best way to overwinter root vegetables comes down to your climate and soil
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7 Essential Garden Tools to Service in December, Plus the Key Maintenance Tips You Need to KnowWinter is an ideal time to show your tools some love
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A Water Garden Expert Reveals the Best Way to Overwinter Tropical Waterlilies to Enjoy Their Dramatic Blooms Year After YearDon’t replace these expensive plants annually – store them as dormant plants over winter
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Don’t Risk the Health of Your Plants This Winter – 7 Trees and Shrubs to Never Prune in DecemberAvoid making any mistakes, as we reveal the right time to prune these plants
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Yes, You Can Overwinter Impatiens – And These Two Methods Make It Surprisingly SimpleAn expert guide to overwintering impatiens indoors
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You'll Be Surprised What You Can Sow in Winter for Glorious Blooms Next Year – Get Ahead of the Curve by Sowing Flower Seeds in DecemberDiscover 7 flowers to sow this month, plus expert sowing tips
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It Might Not Seem Like it, but Winter is a Perfect Time to Expand Your Collection of Native Shrubs – Here Are 7 Plants to Propagate in DecemberSee how to take hardwood cuttings and get new native shrubs for free
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Don’t Miss December’s Short Pruning Window – 7 Trees and Shrubs That Need Attention in Milder RegionsDo keep an eye on the weather and only prune when the temperatures are right
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Don’t Wait Until Spring – 7 Vegetables You Can Plant in December for Year-Round HarvestsDiscover how you can get ahead with winter sowings
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I’ve Tested Countless Weeding Tools as a Pro Gardener – but This $19 Japanese Sickle Is the One I Always Reach ForThis tool has been my go-to for years
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Every Birth Month Has a Vegetable Seed to Grow – Discover All 12, Along With Expert Tips for Amazing HarvestsSee what yours is to bring a more personal touch to your plot
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Don't Waste Your Time Winterizing These 7 Fruit Trees – They're Hardy Enough Without Protection, Unless You Live in the Coldest ZonesYour fruit trees may be hardier than you first thought
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Horticulturalists All Do This Simple Thing to Keep Plants and Pots Healthy Over Winter – And it Only Takes SecondsElevating plants with pot feet is the quick winter fix that really works
