Photo Credit: iStock A gardener seeking advice on Reddit got a stark warning about their landscaping decisions. In the r/BackyardOrchard subreddit, the original poster shared a photo of their young ...

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Mulching for winter matters more than you think. We talked to an expert to find out when, how, and why to do it right.

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Cold weather can quietly undo months of hard work in the garden. While you might think winter means putting your tools away until spring, a few expert-backed quick fixes can protect your plants and ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. One of the decisions that can have a surprisingly big impact on your plants is what you put around them. Cover is important for suppressing ...