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These low-maintenance outdoor plants are hardy and even the toughest garden spaces can't kill them. They can survive harsh weather, poor soil, and drought.| The Spruce
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Both annual and perennial plants can work in containers. Here are 11 plants that thrive in container gardens in shady areas of your landscape.| The Spruce
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Garden lighting adds ambiance while spotlighting flower beds and pathways. Discover garden lighting ideas from solar stake lights to string lights and more.| The Spruce
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Barbara Gillette is a Master Gardener, herbalist, beekeeper, and journalist. She has 30 years of experience in gardening.| The Spruce
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Amanda Rose Newton is a board-certified entomologist and horticultural expert. She holds degrees in horticulture and entomology and has decades of experience in garden and pest control.| The Spruce
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Getting started with container gardening? Here are 10 essential tips for growing beautiful and successful container gardens.| The Spruce
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If you see powdery patches on your plants, it's probably powdery mildew. You can control it with a homemade spray.| The Spruce
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Learn the many reasons why tomato plant leaves may be turning yellow. Identify the problem, fixes, and how to prevent yellow leaves on a tomato plant.| The Spruce
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You can plant tomatoes in pots and have them produce wonderful fruit. Learn about growing tomatoes in pots with these essential tips and tricks.| The Spruce
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Cactus houseplants elicit many feelings from fear to fascination. Discover these easy-to-grow cactus varieties that will complement your sunny spaces.| The Spruce
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Gravel gardens are a great option for reducing watering needs while enhancing the beauty of your yard and landscaping.| The Spruce
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DIY hydroponic systems can be designed as wick, ebb and flow, and more. Learn how to choose a DIY hydroponic system and find tips for how to make your own.| The Spruce
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Kathleen Miller is a Master Gardener and horticulturist with 30 years of hands-on gardening, sustainable farming, and landscape design experience.| The Spruce
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Learn about The Spruce's mission, meet the editorial team and find out how to get in touch.| The Spruce
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This selection of 59 popular types of succulents includes houseplants and succulents that you can plant outdoors in garden soil or in containers.| The Spruce
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Gardening in clay soil can be a challenge. But these 25 plants grow well in clay soil and can even improve it.| The Spruce
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These budget-friendly DIY compost bin plans will help make a dedicated space for you to compost so you can reap the benefits of nutrient-rich soil.| The Spruce
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Leaf mold is an excellent, free soil amendment. It is easy to make, simple to use, and has a huge impact on soil health.| The Spruce