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10 Fun Facts About Lilacs
Lilac season is short and sweet, but it's never too late to celebrate these fragrant spring blooms! Loved by hummingbirds, butterflies and humans alike,...
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10 Reasons to Keep Houseplants in the Home
Houseplants serve various purposes, from connecting with nature to enhancing indoor aesthetics. They offer opportunities for learning, provide life less...
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2020 Holiday Gift Guide, Part 1
Practical, local gardening guidance from the Estabrook's team.
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2020 Holiday Gift Guide, Part 2
Practical, local gardening guidance from the Estabrook's team.
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6 Steps to Better Bird Feeding
Practical, local gardening guidance from the Estabrook's team.
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7 Popular Easter Flowers and Their Meanings
Celebrate Easter with the beauty of fresh flowers! From the symbolic Easter lily to vibrant tulips and cheerful daffodils, each bloom carries a special ...
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A Blooming Marvel: A Guide to Planting Peonies in Your Garden
Practical, local gardening guidance from the Estabrook's team.
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A Guide to Hardy Geraniums
Practical, local gardening guidance from the Estabrook's team.
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A Guide to Hydrangeas
Hydrangeas are a Maine garden staple - but not all are the same! Learn the key differences between the 5 main types and how to care for each to enjoy mo...
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A Mowing Nightmare Becomes Eye Candy
Practical, local gardening guidance from the Estabrook's team.
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