John C. Fech
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How-ToPreventing and Fighting Webworms in the Garden
Fans of the 1998 remake of the movie The Parent Trap with Dennis Quaid and Lindsay Lohan probably remember this signature line: “Meredith, do you want the 411, the information,…
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How-ToHow to Prune Viburnums and Other Cane-Growing Shrubs
Keep new plants looking young and make old plants look like new
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How-To9 Garden Myths Demystified
Don't let these classic superstitions waste your time or harm your plants
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How-ToMaking the Most of Mulch
John C. Fech answers frequently asked questions on mulch types and time of application
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How-ToLawn Talk: Springtime Blotchiness May Be a Symptom of Fungal Disease
It’s spring and your lawn furniture is all in place, just screaming for a backyard barbeque. While you’re contemplating whether to serve chicken or steak, your plans come to a…
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How-ToAttracting Birds to Your Winter Garden
Attracting birds to your winter garden is simple, as long as you include their basic needs--shelter, food, and water--in your landscape. To learn how to create a bird-friendly backyard, check out this…
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How-ToPreparing Roses for Winter
Horticulturist John Fech covers the basics of preparing roses for winter, including pruning and mulching.
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How-ToVideo: Autumn Turf Tips
Autumn is the best time to work on your lawn. That's when cool temperatures return, the soil is still warm, rainfall is steady, and the competition for nutrients from weeds…
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