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 take forsythia cuttings – August is the ideal time to take semi-ripe cuttings and grow more spectacular shrubs for free
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I've grown these 5 vegetables all summer, and I've never had such enormous yields – what to grow if you want copious crops
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How to grow currants – these healthy and easy-to-grow fruits thrive in cooler climates and are perfect for jams, jellies, and baking
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5 of the trickiest annuals I've ever grown and how to succeed with them – even in late summer
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These 7 plants will dramatically improve your soil health – and August is the perfect time to sow them as green manures
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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 flowers
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Why wrapping aluminum foil around hummingbird feeders could save your nectar this summer
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Plants to make a poolside smell nice – 5 expert-approved options to elevate your space
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7 fruits to pick in August – discover the signs of ripeness you need to know, and how to harvest them properly
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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 buffet
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Sedum care and growing guide: how to grow stonecrops for resilient ground cover and vibrant color
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If you aspire for tasty homegrown harvests in winter and spring, I recommend planting these 7 easy-to-grow vegetables in August
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As a plant obsessive, I can tell you these 5 houseplants in the color of ‘Hidden Gem’ will add an air of elegance and sophistication to your interiors
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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 law
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DIY deer deterrents – 3 simple, budget-friendly, and expert-approved ways to keep these creatures away from your yard
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Verbascum varieties – 15 enchanting options for bright summer spires
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Why is my crocosmia not blooming? 5 common reasons for a lack of flowers, and how to fix them
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Gardeners swear by using baffles to keep squirrels off bird feeders, and it is not as strange as it sounds
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7 fruit trees to prune in August for a bigger, better harvest – my late-summer essential checklist as a professional gardener
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You can cut back bee balm in fall or spring – here’s how to decide which is best for you, plus expert tips for how to prune
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How to fertilize daylilies – my essential tips as a professional gardener for lush, long-lasting flowers this summer
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I'll admit it, I adore these 8 plants, but their aggressive habits means I no longer grow them – and I urge you to think twice before planting them too
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How to grow a damson tree for bountiful harvests of delicious fruits – ideal for jams, jellies, and gins
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Best corn companion plants – 7 crops guaranteed to help you get bigger yields and repel troublesome pests
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Why is my agapanthus not flowering? What I've learned after years of growing these blooms as a professional gardener
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8 underrated shade plants – overlooked beauties that will thrive in shady spaces
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I planted these 7 flowers around my bird bath – now it’s the most beautiful, bird-filled corner of my garden
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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)
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Do petunias attract hummingbirds? They may hold the secret to encouraging these popular birds to visit
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