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Are mushrooms growing in your yard? Here are six possible reasons why and fixes for handling them.| The Spruce
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Growing your own mushrooms is a fun and educational way to DIY your food and save money in the process. Here are several different step-by-step methods for how to do it.| The Spruce
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Learn what NPK stands for on a fertilizer label. Determine how the numbers on a fertilizer bag and other ingredients may impact your garden.| The Spruce
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What are the different types of seeds and what does it mean when the packets says open-pollinated, hybrid, or heirloom? Learn about different seed types.| The Spruce
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The best composters are designed to turn organic waste into a nutrient-rich garden soil additive. We researched and tested the top options for every home.| The Spruce
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The genus Rhododendron includes azaleas as well as thousands of evergreen and deciduous shrubs. Learn how to grow and care for these flowering beauties.| The Spruce
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Here's how to test your soil pH using vinegar and baking soda. Other home methods to test for acidity or alkalinity include test strips and a pH meter.| The Spruce
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Azaleas (Rhododendron spp.) are popular flowering shrubs, well-loved for their spring blooms that come in many colors.| The Spruce
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Making compost to feed your garden is easy to do and requires very little effort. Here are simple steps to make and care for your own compost.| The Spruce