Gardens
Restyle your garden with the latest ideas and trends, collected and illustrated by the team at Homes & Gardens.
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How to care for tomatoes while on vacation – 5 key steps for happy, hydrated plants and peace of mind
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5 plants to avoid if you don't want to attract mosquitoes – a pest control expert says they're a magnet for these nuisance insects
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How to grow geums like the professionals do – for a tangerine perennial pop anywhere in your yard
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How to prune hydrangeas – experts advise on the techniques for each variety and highlight the most common mistakes, so you can get it right first time
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How to propagate ivy in water – 3 simple steps for more low-maintenance trailing plants, both indoors and out
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How and when to fertilize cucumbers – plus the right type of fertilizer to use for a bounty of fruits this year
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When to cut back peonies – plant experts advise on the exact time to prune these perennial favorites after blooming
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I write about houseplants for a living and would never spend money on these 5 varieties – but I can tell you which ones to buy instead
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How to create a wildlife garden on a balcony – garden designers share their top tips for a thriving wildlife-friendly space in a city
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How to grow the biggest garlic ever – 6 expert steps for larger bulbs come harvest time
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I gardened in the sun-drenched hills of Tuscany – these are the 5 heat-resistant ground covers I swear by for cruel summers
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If you're looking for maximalist drama in your yard, these 9 giant plants will give you instant living sculptures
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How to use olive oil in the garden – to polish tools, get rid of pests, and even shine leaves
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Underrated hedge plants – 7 lesser-known picks from plant professionals that deserve a spot in your yard
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How to get started with matrix planting – discover how to emulate the ecological and time-saving benefits of this layering gardening technique
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Bees desperately need your help in the heat – here's how to make them a watering station in just 3 quick steps (and you can do it for free)
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I'm a professional gardener, and I have a growing trick to triple your cosmos flowers this summer – for bumper blooms without buying any more plants
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Fire-smart landscaping ideas – 5 ways to use non-combustible materials and special planting techniques to slow the spread of wildfires
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Why green drenching is the garden trend of the summer – and exactly how to nail this textured, tonal look
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How to fertilize sweet peas – expert advice from a professional gardener for long-lasting, fragrant flowers this summer
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Plants that flower twice – 5 game-changing picks for long-lasting, colorful blooms that do the hard work for you
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How to fertilize dahlias to get more flowers than ever before this summer – plus the only types to use
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8 resilient trees that will thrive in cities – these species will absorb pollution, cool the air and grow in compact spaces with minimal maintenance
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Should you buy houseplants from Amazon? Our editors reveal the 'green flags' you need to watch for, and how to choose healthy, thriving plants
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Your grass called, and it's thirsty – so I've found a $21 sprinkler that can save it from going brown in the heatwave, hydrating an entire lawn in seconds
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If you live in a fire-prone area, experts say these are the 7 potentially devastating firescaping mistakes to always avoid
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This 2-in-1 garden kneeler is the strain-free gardening solution I've been searching for – and at less than $40 it's going straight in my basket
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9 underrated climbers for color, shade and privacy – the beguiling, resilient, and often-overlooked vines you need to discover
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The secret to stopping squirrels from destroying your yard is hiding in your kitchen pantry – and I know exactly how to use it
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