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Grow some pain relief in gardens and containers

Ginger, sour cherries and, yes, even hot peppers are nature’s way of healing your body, mind and spirit.
July 3, 2024
Sage leaves can be brewed into tea to soothe sore, irritated throats.
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Gardening helps grow healthy, happy kids

Studies show the importance of spending time outdoors, and gardening is one way to connect with nature.
May 17, 2024
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2024 winning flowers for your garden and containers

These plants wowed judges at the All-American Selections awards.
May 2, 2024
Sweetheart Kisses verbena attracts pollinators and brings a vibrant mix of red, rose, pink and a bit of white to gardens or containers.
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How to spring clean your garden with pollinators in mind

Wait for temperatures to be consistently higher before cutting back perennials, which should be cut at different lengths.
March 12, 2024
Adjusting your spring cleanup schedule will help pollinators like this bee on an allium flower.
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Midwest Gardens: What to do with leftover seeds

Stored seeds can last for several years; all you need are two items in your kitchen to test their viability.
February 12, 2024
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Midwest gardens: Get a jump start on managing plant pests

As you survey your landscape this winter, pay special attention to stressed plants and remove heavily infected twigs or branches.
February 1, 2024
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Midwest Gardens: How to keep your tropical plants healthy

Light is the most common limiting factor when growing plants indoors.
January 9, 2024
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Midwest Gardens: Outdoor winter container gardens

Greenery and branches are the building blocks of a great display all winter long.
December 12, 2023
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Midwest Gardens: What to do with leftover seeds

Stored seeds can last for several years; all you need are two items in your kitchen to test their viability.
February 12, 2024
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Midwest gardens: Get a jump start on managing plant pests

As you survey your landscape this winter, pay special attention to stressed plants and remove heavily infected twigs or branches.
February 1, 2024
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Midwest Gardens: How to keep your tropical plants healthy

Light is the most common limiting factor when growing plants indoors.
January 9, 2024
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Midwest Gardens: Outdoor winter container gardens

Greenery and branches are the building blocks of a great display all winter long.
December 12, 2023
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