It’s that time of year again, when the ground thaws, the days stretch a little longer and gardens begin to wake up. But along ...

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There are a few common plants that are likely to attract pests into your garden - but an expert says there's no need to get ...

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Indirect effects of pesticide use include impacts on the availability and seasonality of water resources, the transformation ...

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Because life isn’t all peas and carrots, companion planting is just as effective in your ornamental beds and borders as with your vegetables.

The allium family includes onions, shallots, garlic, and chives, and all of those are great companion plants for peppers. The ...