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The ultimate in-and-out list for your backyard this spring

(BPT) - As the weather begins to warm up, it's time to breathe life into your backyard sanctuary and embrace the vibrant spirit of spring. Professional landscaper, author, and TV host of "I Hate My …
Antoni Porowski's tips for creating a yard-to-table garden
(BPT) - Have you ever grown salsa in your garden? What about potato salad? You can, with spring’s hottest culinary trend called …
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From watering via ice cubes to spritzing with hydrogen peroxide – 4 misguided plant health trends on social media
The internet has become a new player in plant care advice. Kanawa_Studio/iStock via Getty Images Plus The internet is full …
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How to transform your backyard into a PGA TOUR-level lawn
(BPT) - Throughout the year, golf tournaments captivate audiences excited to watch the pros do what they do best: play golf! As …
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7 Tips for Spring Yard Prep
(BPT) - After winter's last gasp, spring is just around the corner. That means it's time to get out into the yard and tackle some …
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How to keep your garden on-trend with petunias this spring
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Cherry blossoms – celebrated in Japan for centuries and gifted to Americans – are an appreciation of impermanence and spring

Cherry blossoms mark the beginning of spring. Various festivals are regularly organized in California, Colorado, Georgia, Tennessee and Washington, D.C., to celebrate the bloom of cherry trees. …

A rare, historically massive cicada season is coming: How to protect your lawn, trees, and landscaping

With 2024 expected to be a historic year for cicada emergence, Pest Gnome put together a comprehensive primer on these insects: from which areas of the country will see the greatest number of cicadas to what every homeowner can do to protect their lawn and landscaping.

How to create an Insta-worthy outdoor living space

(BPT) - Social media has changed the ways people engage with content and seek inspiration. Thanks to ever-evolving technology and algorithms, you have the ability to find new ideas instantly. Need a …

Bring vitality to gardens in the shade with impatiens: Your new burst of living color!

(BPT) - Ready to fill your garden with striking colors this spring? Look to Beacon® Impatiens from PanAmerican Seed®, the gardener’s favorite versatile plant for partial to deep shade …

Richard L. Harkess, Mississippi State University, The Conversation  1:48 PM, Feb 28, 2024

Imagine walking through a tropical forest as a sweet scent wafts through the air. A little farther down the path, the putrid stench of rotting flesh makes you catch your breath. Upon investigation, you find that both odors originate from flowers – but why do flowers smell like anything at all? ...
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9:35 AM, Feb 28, 2024

(BPT) - Spring is just around the corner! As you make your list of spring cleaning chores, don’t forget to add lawn care to the to-do list.“The key to a healthy, robust lawn is …
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From voice acting to Shakespeare: 10 outstanding summer programs for actors to sharpen performance skills
Monkey Business Images // Shutterstock School is out in a few months, but that doesn't mean you need to take time away from …
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Military service members can now get reimbursed for pet-related moving expenses. Here's the safest way to fly with animals.
PEPPERSMINT // Shutterstock Moving can be stressful for anyone, but having a pet can make things significantly more complicated and …
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Americans are more connected than ever—here's how much time people spend on their phones and how it's changed
Petryshak // Shutterstock Americans spend an average of four hours looking at their cellphones every day, checking them at least …
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National test scores reveal US students losing proficiency in history and civics
Canva American youth aren't making the grade in civics or history following a trend of declining achievement in math and reading, …
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6 popular Kentucky Derby traditions, explained
Jerry Cooke/Corbis via Getty Images The Kentucky Derby is one of the most iconic events and horse races on the calendar. The first …
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