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homesandgardens.com | Thomas Rutter
The sassafras tree, Sassafras albium, is a popular native tree that can be found growing in wild areas across much of eastern North America, including in Maine, New York, Michigan and Illinois. One standout feature of this low-maintenance native tree is its lobed, aromatic foliage that produces a light citrus scent when crushed. The leaves also put on a spectacular fall display, turning from green to different shades of yellow, red, or orange during October and November.
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1 week ago | 
homesandgardens.com | Thomas Rutter
Crepe myrtles are a familiar sight across much of the southern US, easily identified by their vibrant flowers that emerge during late spring and summer. While larger specimens that grow in backyards and public parks can reach upwards of 30 feet, what you might not know is that crepe myrtles can actually be grown in containers, making them a great option for gardeners with compact outside spaces.
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1 week ago | 
homesandgardens.com | Thomas Rutter
Weeds are a common gripe for all gardeners. Whether you are trying to clear dandelions from the lawn or dealing with chickweed and clover pushing through the gaps in your patio, chances are you’ve tried several different techniques. If you have looked online for a quick, cost-effective fix, you may have come across the viral salt hack that claims to kill weeds fast.
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1 week ago | 
homesandgardens.com | Thomas Rutter
Scent is one of the most powerful elements in any garden. Whether you enjoy aromatic herbs such as lavender and rosemary or the heady perfume of roses and peonies, fragrance is transportive. But while most plants have attractive and alluring aromas, many species have evolved to do quite the opposite. Take the corpse flower, Amorphophallus titanum, for example.
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1 week ago | 
homesandgardens.com | Thomas Rutter
Magnolias are striking flowering trees loved by gardeners the world over. Whether it's the large blooms of the native Magnolia grandiflora or the spider-like petals of Magnolia stellata, it is hard not to become magnolia-obsessed during spring. While they are generally low-maintenance, many gardeners often ask: should I fertilize magnolias? The answer, as with most things, is a mix of yes and no.
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2 weeks ago | 
msn.com | Thomas Rutter
Microsoft Cares About Your PrivacyMicrosoft and our third-party vendors use cookies to store and access information such as unique IDs to deliver, maintain and improve our services and ads. If you agree, MSN and Microsoft Bing will personalise the content and ads that you see. You can select ‘I Accept’ to consent to these uses or click on ‘Manage preferences’ to review your options and exercise your right to object to Legitimate Interest where used.
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2 weeks ago | 
homesandgardens.com | Thomas Rutter
Rhododendrons are timeless garden classics and, with the right care, can live for a century or more. But, as they age, they can begin to look woody, straggly and bare-limbed. Whether you’ve inherited an overgrown specimen or have one that’s simply grown tired, fear not - learning how to revive old rhododendron plants is entirely possible. During spring and summer, rhododendrons burst into life, injecting vibrant color into backyards.
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2 weeks ago | 
flipboard.com | Thomas Rutter
8 Tranquil Water Garden Ideas That Look Beautiful and Train Your Ear Away From Noisy Outdoor DistractionsSpring is all about relishing the warm weather, taking in the colorful blooms, and finally getting to spend time in your garden. And now that we're …
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2 weeks ago | 
msn.com | Thomas Rutter
Microsoft Cares About Your PrivacyMicrosoft and our third-party vendors use cookies to store and access information such as unique IDs to deliver, maintain and improve our services and ads. If you agree, MSN and Microsoft Bing will personalise the content and ads that you see. You can select ‘I Accept’ to consent to these uses or click on ‘Manage preferences’ to review your options and exercise your right to object to Legitimate Interest where used.
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2 weeks ago | 
homesandgardens.com | Thomas Rutter
Cultivated since Roman times, medlar trees, or Mespilus germanica, are today a rare sight. Yet, this low-maintenance heritage fruit tree has much to offer and is surprisingly easy to grow. I once cared for a medlar tree growing in the Garden Museum in London and can testify to their resilience and hardiness. Despite harsh winter winds whipping off the Thames, dry soil and baking summer sun, it produced a good crop on a compact and manageable framework.
