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ArticleHow to Sharpen Pruners Quickly
There are a few good reasons to keep your pruning tools sharp. For one thing, it's easier to prune with a sharp blade than a dull one. But more important,…
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VideoA Survey of Pruning Tools
Whether you are pruning hedges, shrubs, or fruit trees, the right tool makes all the difference. In this clip from Fine Gardening’s Pruning DVD, horticulturist Lee Reich, Ph.D., of New…
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How-ToSelect the Right Shovel
With the multitude of shovels on the market, picking one that is right for you isn't always easy. As Bob Denman, a gardener who makes, sells, and repairs garden tools…
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DesignLashing a Bamboo Trellis
Watch as Michelle Gervais, Fine Gardening's technical editor, demonstrates her technique for holding the bamboo pieces together. Lashing is both strong and attractive, and all you need for each joint…
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How-ToHow To Use a Shovel Safely (and Protect Your Back)
Even if you are using a shovel improperly, you'll still wind up with a hole. You'll probably also wind up with a sore back. To help you avoid a sore…
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How-ToBasic Pruning Tools
New to pruning? Antonio Reis, assistant editor at Fine Gardening magazine, shows you the tools you’ll need to get started maintaining your trees and shrubs. There’s no need to spend…
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How-ToTraining a Vine
Vines are an essential plant in any garden. When you're planting a new one, you may need to do a little training to give it a leg up. First, it's…
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How-ToEdging a Garden Bed
Nothing sets off a garden bed like a nice, crisp edge. Here are four common tools for edging a garden bed. Spade Edging a bed with a spade is pretty…
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VideoControlling Weeds
Here are the steps you need to take in order to keep weeds at bay: 1. Let sleeping seeds lie. Digging and cultivating brings weed seeds to the surface. 2.…
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How-ToHow to Prune Hydrangea Bushes
Even the most experienced gardeners can be confused by pruning hydrangeas. Some are cut back in late summer; others are pruned in the spring or fall. And how do you…
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