How to Grow and Use Lemongrass
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How to Grow Citrus at Home
Practical, local gardening guidance from the Estabrook's team.
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How to Plant and Grow Your Own Blueberries
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How to Plant and Harvest Celosia
Celosia comes in many forms but our favorite is Feather Celosia! The whimsical shape and texture provides a wonderful component to any garden or arrange...
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How to Plant Annuals
For vibrant, low-maintenance annuals, proper planting is a must. This includes determining the right number of plants, preparing your soil with compost,...
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How to Plant Forced Bulbs in the Garden
Practical, local gardening guidance from the Estabrook's team.
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How to Plant Your Trees and Shrubs
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How to Protect Your Arborvitaes During the Winter
Want to protect your arborvitae from winter damage? Late fall is the perfect time to add support against heavy snow, using jute string, and to keep deer...
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How to Protect Your Plants During a Summer Heatwave
During extreme summer temperatures, you can protect plants by moving containers to shaded areas, hand watering in the garden to ensure roots are hydrate...
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How to Repot Your Houseplants
Spring is the season of fresh starts - and your houseplants feel it too. As sunlight increases and growth picks up, many indoor plants are ready for a b...
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Identifying and Treating Tomato Diseases
Tomatoes may be the crown jewel of summer gardens, but they're also magnets for fast-spreading diseases like late blight and blossom-end rot. Recognizin...
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Identifying Fungal Diseases
Practical, local gardening guidance from the Estabrook's team.
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