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Sure, there are great blooms and wondrous nature sights to enjoy in a garden -- but it takes hard work and lots of care to get there. From choosing the best plants for your yard to deadheading and watering, these tips will help you make your garden the best it can be.
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How and When to Cut Back Mums for the Best Blooms
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How to Prune Pepper Plants for a Better Harvest
8 Must-Know Tips for Pruning Cucumber Plants to Boost Your Harvest
When and How to Prune Rosemary for Healthier Plants
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How and When to Prune Boxwood—7 Must-Know Tips
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Make More Ferns by Sprouting Spores
Our Top 10 Garden Tips for Lush, Healthy Plants All Season Long
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Your Season-by-Season Guide to Effective Garden Watering
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Growing Perennials from Seed
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