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Fiddle-Leaf Figs Aren’t That Fussy
“Finicky-leaf fig” is the moniker many people have given the fiddle-leaf fig (Ficus lyrata). With the right conditions and care, however, you can grow a thriving fiddle leaf. As with…
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The Basics of Soil Biology
Have you ever wondered how to create healthy soil to grow strong and vigorous plants in your garden? In order to create and maintain healthy soil, you need to understand…
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Maria’s Winter Beauty
Today’s photos come from Maria Crawford. I live about 40 miles west of Chicago, and we have seen a variety of weather events in the new year. I grew up…
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2020 Wasn’t All Bad in Wendy’s Garden
Today we’re in Pennsylvania visiting with Wendy Quereau. I hope everyone enjoys some glimpses of warmer days enjoyed in 2020 here in Wayne, Pennsylvania. Happy gardening everyone! Here’s to many…
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Episode 79: Listener Q & A
Asking listeners to submit questions for our annual Q & A episode is a bit like sending out party invitations (pre-COVID) and hoping that someone shows up. Thankfully, you guys…
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Cheryl’s Party for the Birds
We’re visiting with Cheryl Joslin today, who is sharing how she gets through the long New England winter. Our growing season here in central Vermont (Zone 4) is really short.…
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Winter Garden Beauty
I mentioned recently that we get fewer GPOD submissions in the winter—and you all came through! Lots of different people sent in beautiful shots of their winter gardens, so today…
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Field Trip to the North Carolina Arboretum
As if there wasn’t enough to do in beautiful Asheville, North Carolina, the North Carolina Arboretum stands out as a must-visit location. Not only is it a great place for…
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Episode 78: Best Clematis
Truth be told, Steve and Danielle don’t grow many clematis. But over their many, many years at Fine Gardening, they’ve researched and written a lot about this genus. In doing…
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Make an Easy Strawflower Ornament
When the weather turns gray outside, add cheerful color to your winter décor with an easy-to-make floral ornament. Strawflowers (Xerochrysum bracteatum, Zones 8–10) are unfussy annuals that grow anywhere with…