Latest articles by Thomas Rutter
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How to grow creeping phlox – for a resilient and pretty flowering ground cover that will illuminate backyard bordersCreeping phlox is an impactful and easy-to-grow ground cover plant
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How and when to fertilize fig trees – for lush growth and a bounty of fruit every summerThese impressive fruiting trees can benefit from the occasional application of feed
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How to grow the Canary creeper – for a yellow-flowering climber that will prove irresistible to migrating hummingbirdsGrowing the Canary creeper is an easy way to fill your outside space with zingy yellow blooms
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How to create a hummingbird border – expert advice to transform your plot into a wildlife-friendly sanctuaryThese simple actions will make your yard attractive to native hummingbirds
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Why do hummingbirds fight? Wildlife experts answer this age-old question – plus we reveal how you can keep the peace in your yardHummingbirds can be fiercely territorial, but there are ways to lessen disputes
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Evergreen shade plants can instantly illuminate dark corners of a yard – 5 expert recommendations for hard-working shrubsShady gardens can be a challenge, but these evergreens can inject some color
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How to grow flossflower – for a tough but pretty flowering plant that will ward off mosquitoes during summerPurple flossflowers can help keep biting insects out of your yard
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How to grow olive trees in pots – for an unfussy, evergreen container plant that will practically grow itselfGrowing olive trees in pots can help to add color and structure to any-sized yard
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How to fertilize coneflowers – what I do as a professional gardener for long-lasting showstopping flowersFeeding coneflowers can help to give your plants a boost during summer
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How to take evergreen magnolia cuttings – late summer is the best time to take semi-ripe cuttings and grow more magnolia trees for freeIf you have a large Southern magnolia (or other evergreen species), August is a good time to take cuttings
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'I have tried everything to stop deer destroying my garden' – 10,000+ reviews say this $49 motion-activated sprinkler is the 'only thing that works'If deer have been invading your borders this year, the Orbit 62100 motion-activated sprinkler might just be your best option
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Is it necessary to deadhead red hot pokers? What I always do as a horticulturalist to enjoy maximum flower spikesKeep your fiery flowers in tip-top shape this summer
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Is it necessary to fertilize Shasta daisies? Expert advice from a pro grower for long-lasting blooms this summerLearning how to fertilize Shasta daisies can help to encourage more blooms during August and September
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How to grow veronica – for an easy-going flowering perennial that will erupt with color every summerThis low-maintenance flowering plant is perfect for time-short gardeners
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How to take forsythia cuttings – August is the ideal time to take semi-ripe cuttings and grow more spectacular shrubs for freePropagate more of your favorite shrubs at zero cost this summer
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Is it necessary to fertilize red hot pokers? Here's what I do as a plant pro to enjoy masses of long-lasting fiery flowersDiscover when and how to fertilize red hot pokers and the best products to use
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7 flowers to plant in August to fuel the hummingbird migration – it's not too late to grow a nectar-rich floral buffetThese late-summer blooms will help hummingbirds on their journey south
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Can I cut the roots of my neighbor's tree in my yard? Attorneys and landscape professionals advise – and reveal when you might be breaking the lawTree roots trespassing in your yard? Sometimes, a friendly conversation is the best course of action
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7 fruit trees to prune in August for a bigger, better harvest – my late-summer essential checklist as a professional gardenerTrimming your mulberry, apple and pear trees in late summer is an important task never to forget
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How to fertilize daylilies – my essential tips as a professional gardener for lush, long-lasting flowers this summerDiscover when to fertilize daylilies and the best products to use
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Why is my agapanthus not flowering? What I've learned after years of growing these blooms as a professional gardenerIf your agapanthus is lacking flowers this year, it is likely due to one of these reasons
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7 must-have bulbs to order in August – my go-to showstopping spring flowers as a professional gardener (get them before it is too late)While it might feel too soon, ordering spring bulbs earlier in the year (before they sell out) is a good idea
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I thought I'd need an expensive arborist, but this $39 cordless mini chainsaw is the smart way to handle tough tree pruning jobs this fallI doubt this Saker mini chainsaw will stay in stock for long
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7 plants I always prune in August as a professional gardener – trim these flowers and shrubs now before it's too lateLate summer pruning can make all the difference to the look and vitality of your plants
