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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ How to Water Plants in June So They Keep Blooming Through the Hottest Days of Summer ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Find out when and how to water plants in June ]]>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Think Twice Before You Prune These Plants in June – You Could Sacrifice This Year's Flowers and Next Year's Growth ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Improper pruning can be fatal in early summer for some trees ]]>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ drew.swainston@futurenet.com (Drew Swainston) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Drew Swainston ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YBeU4Typ3Eoox8dVuEPiLP.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What To Do With a Grape Vine in June – 5 Tasks for the Finest, Sweetest Fruits ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Guarantee good-sized, healthy bunches of grapes to harvest with this monthly care guide ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 02:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:22:21 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ drew.swainston@futurenet.com (Drew Swainston) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Drew Swainston ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YBeU4Typ3Eoox8dVuEPiLP.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What to Do With Clematis in June for a Show-Stopping Climb of Blooms That Lasts for Months ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ The simple June care tips for stronger vines, healthier growth, and more abundant blooms all summer long ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:05:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:37:30 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jennifer.ebert@futurenet.com (Jennifer Ebert) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jennifer Ebert ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sd3v4eibJGbt5LFYVtdHAC.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What to Do With Tomato Plants in June – 5 Early-Summer Jobs for a Bigger, Juicier Harvest ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ It's time to tie in stems, remove side shoots, and start fertilizing your tomatoes ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:22:20 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tenielle Jordison ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ter5HDPEbviLnY7t8YgHqQ.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What to Do With Dahlias in June for a Garden Packed With Flowers All Summer and Into Fall ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ The simple care steps in June that make the difference between average dahlias and standout garden performers ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 02:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:22:17 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jennifer.ebert@futurenet.com (Jennifer Ebert) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jennifer Ebert ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sd3v4eibJGbt5LFYVtdHAC.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What To Do With A Jade Plant In June – 5 Easy Tasks For Lush, Sculptural Growth All Summer Long ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ The simple seasonal tweaks that make all the difference to jade plant health in early summer ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:22:19 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jennifer.ebert@futurenet.com (Jennifer Ebert) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jennifer Ebert ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sd3v4eibJGbt5LFYVtdHAC.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Take Time and Effort Out of Watering Pumpkins in Hot Weather With This Surprisingly Simple Trick ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ This clever watering technique helps keep plants hydrated when temperatures rise ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:21:42 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ drew.swainston@futurenet.com (Drew Swainston) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Drew Swainston ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YBeU4Typ3Eoox8dVuEPiLP.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The 3 Simple Things That Will Keep Your Hydrangea Bright Blue All Summer Long – It's So Much Easier Than You Think ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ The secret lies in the soil ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:22:20 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tenielle Jordison ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ter5HDPEbviLnY7t8YgHqQ.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ This 1-Minute Retro Milk Trick Can Help Stop Powdery Mildew in the Garden – But There’s a Catch ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Discover how to use milk to make an organic fungicide ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:21:43 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tenielle Jordison ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ter5HDPEbviLnY7t8YgHqQ.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What to Do With Raspberry Plants in June for the Best Yields of Delicious Summer Fruits ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Raspberries are low-maintenance but not zero-maintenance – here are some jobs to add to this month’s to-do list ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:21:45 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ drew.swainston@futurenet.com (Drew Swainston) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Drew Swainston ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YBeU4Typ3Eoox8dVuEPiLP.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Prune These 7 Plants in June for Long-Lasting Flowers – and to Keep Vigorous Growth in Check ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ The essential early-summer pruning jobs that keep shrubs, climbers, hedges, and perennials healthy ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:21:47 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Ross Pearson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MLXiginaEZfZngaty347K9.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What to Do With Lavender in June for More Flowers, Stronger Growth, and a Longer Blooming Season ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ A few simple June lavender care jobs can encourage bigger blooms, healthier growth, and longer-lasting flowers, while also helping to prevent woody, leggy stems later in the season ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 03:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:21:44 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jennifer.ebert@futurenet.com (Jennifer Ebert) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jennifer Ebert ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sd3v4eibJGbt5LFYVtdHAC.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ How to Cool Plants in the Summer Heat – Expert Ways to Reduce Stress on Your Shrubs and Flowers When Your Balcony Heats Up ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Natural ways to take the pressure off your plants this summer ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:21:47 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ rebeccalawtonpr@gmail.com (Rebecca Lawton) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Rebecca Lawton ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/etJCyjZUcp2tPdttYcqWpM.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Perennials to Cut Back in June – For a Second Flush of Glorious Flowers That Will Last Until the Fall ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Discover which perennials to prune in June ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:21:47 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Edward Bowring ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oo2KLAWUs4RN2ee7K8cwEU.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What Your Hydrangeas Really Need in June – Expert Tips For Healthy Plants And Long Lasting Blooms ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Discover exactly what your hydrangea needs this month ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:21:49 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jill Morgan ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7E8YeHhx7BdgNjkPHt7hXT.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What to Do With a Blueberry Bush in June – 4 Key Jobs to Help Protect Your Delicious Harvest ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Early summer can be a delicate time for berries. Here’s how to ensure you get a good yield ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:21:49 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ drew.swainston@futurenet.com (Drew Swainston) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Drew Swainston ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YBeU4Typ3Eoox8dVuEPiLP.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What to Do With Peonies in June to Unlock a Stunning Show of Flowers Next Year ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ A few simple post-bloom tasks now can reward you with stronger plants and a spectacular display next spring ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:21:49 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jennifer.ebert@futurenet.com (Jennifer Ebert) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jennifer Ebert ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sd3v4eibJGbt5LFYVtdHAC.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ These June-Flowering Herbs Are Pollinator Magnets – They'll Bring Bees, Butterflies, and Even Hummingbirds to Your Yard ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ There are so many benefits to letting herbs flower – you can even throw some in salads ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 11:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:21:52 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tenielle Jordison ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ter5HDPEbviLnY7t8YgHqQ.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ This Is the Exact Temperature Your Soil Should Be Before Planting Vegetables – to Guarantee a Bumper Harvest  ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ You first need to identify whether they're cool or warm-season crops ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 06:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:21:52 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tenielle Jordison ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ter5HDPEbviLnY7t8YgHqQ.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What Your Christmas Cactus Actually Needs in June to Bloom This Winter –And It Takes Just 5 Minutes ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ June is a crucial month for Christmas cactus care, but getting it right takes less time than you think ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:21:51 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jennifer.ebert@futurenet.com (Jennifer Ebert) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jennifer Ebert ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sd3v4eibJGbt5LFYVtdHAC.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What Your Orchid Needs in June to Encourage Even More, Bigger Blooms this Summer   ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Your orchid might be in its peak flowering season, but these simple tasks will help it rebloom in the months ahead ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 23:05:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:21:53 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Martha Davies ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yJP5sfCm56gnZHj9fJVs8e.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Unpredictable Spring Temperatures Can Cause Onions to Bolt – Do This One Quick Fix to Save Your Crop ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/gardens/what-to-do-with-bolting-onions</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ We also reveal expert tips to stop onions from bolting ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 16:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:46:19 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ drew.swainston@futurenet.com (Drew Swainston) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Drew Swainston ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YBeU4Typ3Eoox8dVuEPiLP.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ These Terracotta Watering Spikes Keep Container Gardens Hydrated All Summer – They'll Make Even Your Thirstiest Plants Low-Maintenance ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Pop them in soil, place a water bottle inside, and watch your plants stay happy even on the hottest days ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:46:21 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tenielle Jordison ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ter5HDPEbviLnY7t8YgHqQ.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What Your Irises Need in May For Healthy Growth and Spectacularly Colorful, Long-Lasting Blooms ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Irises are low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plants, but these five tasks will help them thrive into the summertime ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 21:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:46:22 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Martha Davies ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yJP5sfCm56gnZHj9fJVs8e.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What to Do With Salvia in May – for Bigger Blooms, Bushier Growth, and a Longer Flowering Season ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/gardens/what-to-do-with-salvia-in-may</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Drought-tolerant, long-flowering, and mostly pest-resistant, salvias are invaluable summer plants ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 23:05:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:46:22 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jennifer.ebert@futurenet.com (Jennifer Ebert) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jennifer Ebert ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sd3v4eibJGbt5LFYVtdHAC.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ It's Not Uncommon for Pot Plants to Fail in May, But You Can Revive Them Fast By Making These Simple Changes ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ The unpredictable weather conditions this month is often the downfall of spring container gardens ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 19:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:46:22 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tenielle Jordison ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ter5HDPEbviLnY7t8YgHqQ.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ This Is Your Sign to Fertilize Hungry Vegetables – When to Start a Regular Regime for the Best Harvests ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/gardens/when-to-fertilize-vegetables</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ And how to pick the best products to use, too ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:46:23 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ drew.swainston@futurenet.com (Drew Swainston) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Drew Swainston ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YBeU4Typ3Eoox8dVuEPiLP.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What to Do With Magnolia Trees in May – And How to Keep Yours Healthy Throughout the Summer ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/gardens/what-to-do-with-magnolia-trees-in-may</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ To guarantee that your magnolia maintains steady growth and produces spectacular flowers, these tasks are essential in May ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 01:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:46:23 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Martha Davies ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yJP5sfCm56gnZHj9fJVs8e.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Don’t Ignore Your Shasta Daisies in May – These 4 Simple Jobs Lead to Bigger, Better Blooms ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ A few simple jobs now –from tidying tired growth to dividing overcrowded clumps –will keep Shasta daisies healthy, upright, and covered in flowers all summer long ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 23:05:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:46:23 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jennifer.ebert@futurenet.com (Jennifer Ebert) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jennifer Ebert ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sd3v4eibJGbt5LFYVtdHAC.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 5 Resilient Planting Ideas From the RHS Chelsea Flower Show That Will Future-Proof US Gardens ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ These designer-approved ideas will strengthen your yard against drought, excessive rain, and extreme weather ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 19:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:46:25 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tenielle Jordison ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ter5HDPEbviLnY7t8YgHqQ.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Some Plant Ties Can Damage Climbers – Here Are the Best Types to Use Instead ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/gardens/best-plant-ties-for-climbers</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ You can even repurpose old fabric for DIY plant ties ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:46:26 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ drew.swainston@futurenet.com (Drew Swainston) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Drew Swainston ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YBeU4Typ3Eoox8dVuEPiLP.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What to Do with Alliums in May – To Guarantee Healthy Growth and Spectacular Flowers for Years to Come ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/gardens/what-to-do-with-alliums-in-may</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ As your alliums burst into bloom, ensure you have these tasks on your gardening to-do list ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 18:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:46:23 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Martha Davies ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yJP5sfCm56gnZHj9fJVs8e.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ These Professional-Grade Pruning Shears Are an Investment Worth Making – for Years of Efficient Gardening ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ A pair of Felco 8 Elite pruning shears could become a reliable and comfortable life partner ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:46:27 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ drew.swainston@futurenet.com (Drew Swainston) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Drew Swainston ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YBeU4Typ3Eoox8dVuEPiLP.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ If Your Seedlings Look Pale and Have Stopped Growing, They're Probably Root-Bound – Here's How to Save Them  ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ With a little TLC you can revive root-bound seedlings and still get healthy plants ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 18:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:46:28 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tenielle Jordison ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ter5HDPEbviLnY7t8YgHqQ.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What to Do With Hydrangeas in May to Guarantee a Spectacular Display in the Summertime ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/gardens/what-to-do-with-hydrangeas-in-may</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Hydrangeas have now entered their active growth period – do these essential tasks in May to help them produce gorgeous blooms ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Martha Davies ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yJP5sfCm56gnZHj9fJVs8e.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What to Do With Lilacs in May After They Finish Blooming – The Simple Steps That Keep Next Year’s Flowers Coming Back Stronger ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Old-fashioned, romantic, and endlessly nostalgic, lilacs are having a revival as gardeners look for ways to keep these beloved spring blooms thriving long after flowering season ends ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 04:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:46:27 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jennifer.ebert@futurenet.com (Jennifer Ebert) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jennifer Ebert ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sd3v4eibJGbt5LFYVtdHAC.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Plants Struggling in May? Here’s What’s Going Wrong, And How to Fix It ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ The fluctuating weather patterns are causing this issue ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:46:29 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tenielle Jordison ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ter5HDPEbviLnY7t8YgHqQ.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ My Seed Trays Kept Drying Out in Spring – This Expert-Backed Bottom-Watering Method Finally Solved It ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ I’ve always watered seed trays from below – here’s why and how to do it ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 19:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:46:30 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ drew.swainston@futurenet.com (Drew Swainston) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Drew Swainston ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YBeU4Typ3Eoox8dVuEPiLP.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What Your Foxgloves Need in May – For Spectacular, Longer Lasting Summer Blooms ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ They may look effortlessly romantic, but a few care tasks this month can make all the difference to your foxgloves ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 17:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:46:30 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ rachel.bull@futurenet.com (Rachel Bull) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Rachel Bull ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JkHz8UuUH5qMsmV5c6jtaX.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What to Do With a Mulberry Tree in May – For an Impressive Harvest of Juicy Summer Fruit ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Mulberry trees are easy to care for once established, but these tasks are essential to help them thrive in the summertime ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:46:30 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Martha Davies ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yJP5sfCm56gnZHj9fJVs8e.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The Best Natural Supports for Tall Perennials – Sustainable Stakes That Look Good in Borders ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Keep your perennial plants standing in style with these beautiful natural options ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 21:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:46:30 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ drew.swainston@futurenet.com (Drew Swainston) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Drew Swainston ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YBeU4Typ3Eoox8dVuEPiLP.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Accidentally Sowed Too Many Seeds? Here's How to Fix the Problem – and Guarantee Healthy Plants This Spring ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Seedlings can compete for light, water and nutrients if left to crowd containers or beds – this is how to keep them healthy ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 18:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:46:31 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Martha Davies ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yJP5sfCm56gnZHj9fJVs8e.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What to Do With Clematis in May – 5 Simple Jobs That Lead to Bigger, Better Summer Blooms ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ A few simple May jobs now – from feeding and pruning to tying in fresh growth – can make all the difference to how well clematis flowers through summer ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 04:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:46:32 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jennifer.ebert@futurenet.com (Jennifer Ebert) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jennifer Ebert ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sd3v4eibJGbt5LFYVtdHAC.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What to Do With Lilies in May for a Spectacular Display of Blooms That Thrive All Summer Long ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Simple seasonal lily care tips for stronger stems, healthier growth, and better summer blooms ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 23:05:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:46:32 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jennifer.ebert@futurenet.com (Jennifer Ebert) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jennifer Ebert ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sd3v4eibJGbt5LFYVtdHAC.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What To Do With Peonies In May For Spectacular Blooms And Sturdy Plants ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Experts advise what to do this month to ensure your peonies are strong and sturdy, with longer-lasting blooms that return each year ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 11:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:46:34 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jacky Parker ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Q37etRj58oYquTS3o4qx5R.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Temperatures Are About to Spike – Take These 5 Crops Out of Your Greenhouse Now to Avoid Bolting  ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Get an even bigger harvest by relocating these homegrown goods ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 07:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:46:34 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tenielle Jordison ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ter5HDPEbviLnY7t8YgHqQ.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What to Do With Coneflowers in May for Bigger, Stronger Blooms All Summer Long ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Simple seasonal care steps that set coneflowers up for stronger growth, better shape, and longer-lasting blooms all summer ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 23:05:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:46:32 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ drew.swainston@futurenet.com (Drew Swainston) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Drew Swainston ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YBeU4Typ3Eoox8dVuEPiLP.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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