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Our favorite couscous recipes show how easygoing and versatile this quick-cooking starch is. It makes a great salad base, works wonderfully stuffed into peppers, and pairs well with robust sauces.| Martha Stewart
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Greg Lofts is a food stylist and recipe developer with 20+ years of experience. Greg is the former deputy food editor for Martha Stewart Living.| Martha Stewart
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Whether you're enjoying it in soup, stew, or on its own, we have plenty of beef recipes for you to choose from and tips on working with different cuts of beef.| Martha Stewart
Simmering potatoes in vinegar imparts a pleasant tang reminiscent of salt-and-vinegar potato chips. Grilling, a healthier technique than frying, gives the potatoes a nice charred flavor.| Martha Stewart
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Learn how to make yogurt with our easy recipe. It uses two ingredients, dairy milk and plain yogurt, and takes 20 minutes (but needs eight hours to ferment).| Martha Stewart
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Learn how to cook brown rice on the stove with our easy recipe. All you need is brown rice, the right rice to water ratios, and a pan with a tight-fitting lid.| Martha Stewart
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Food safety experts outline how long canned food lasts, including what "use by" and "sell by" dates really mean. Plus, learn how to tell if canned food should be disposed of if the can has been damaged.| Martha Stewart
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We'll teach you how to decode French Champagne, from brut and demi-sec to blanc de blancs and vintage. We explain the terms you need to know to help you choose the bottle of Champagne that's right for you—and explain what brut Champagne, one of the most common Champagne styles, really is.| Martha Stewart
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An enduring Italian favorite, this simple pie needs nothing more than tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, Parmesan, and basil to shine.| Martha Stewart
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With more than 10,000 types of moss around the world, there's a tiny green plant that's right for every space. Types of mosses thrive in high heat and survive even the iciest winters, grow in rock crevices and well-drained soil, and survive with regular watering or extended dry spells.| Martha Stewart
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These ferns flourish in shady spots and provide pretty, delicate foliage. We spoke to experts who share the types of ferns they love to grow in their gardens.| Martha Stewart
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You don't need full sun to grow beautiful plants. These varieties can thrive even when grown in containers on a shady porch.| Martha Stewart
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A singular potted plant is lovely, but playing with various shapes and sizes is a quick way to infuse dimension into your indoor or outdoor space. Take your inspiration from these beautiful potted plant arrangement ideas.| Martha Stewart
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These grass alternatives thrive in partial to full shade, making them a great option for areas of your yard that don't get a lot of sun.| Martha Stewart
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Here are our favorite garden path ideas to inspire your outdoor space. From modern and bold to cottage core aesthetics, these garden path designs suit every style.| Martha Stewart
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These designer-inspired backyard patio ideas will help transform your outdoor space into a welcoming reprieve. From incorporating textures and thinking about comfort to creating focal points, let these patio ideas inspire your next outdoor makeover.| Martha Stewart
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These garden ideas, including flowers, trees, pergolas, and more, will add value to your home, according to real estate experts and garden pros.| Martha Stewart
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Knock Out roses were bred to include the best characteristics from different species of roses. The variety is known for being easy to care for, disease-resistant, and a repeat bloomer. We talked to rose experts for everything you need to know about how to grow and care for Knock Out roses.| Martha Stewart
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Plants that attract butterflies are colorful and offer resting spots and nectar for the ecosystem's critical pollinators. Our experts help you choose the right plants.| Martha Stewart
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No-till gardening is a low maintenance technique that eliminates the need for digging or overturning your soil. Learn how to no-till garden, which improves soil quality, yields less weeds, and reduces soil erosion.| Martha Stewart
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Fairy gardens have ties to ancient forms of folklore, but they also offer modern gardeners and crafters the opportunity to build a tiny, whimsical work of art. Whether you create one indoors or out, using found items or pre-made accessories, these miniature scenes are part daydream, part stress reliever.| Martha Stewart
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A manicured front lawn and white picket fence is synonymous with the American dream—but as the nation faces an uncertain ecological future thanks to climate change, homeowners are adopting a new ideal. We asked experts to predict the future of the great American lawn.| Martha Stewart
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These are the garden trends experts say will dominate in 2024, including sensory gardens, food forests, pollinator-friendly gardens, and beyond.| Martha Stewart
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Learn how to grow a tapestry lawn with our complete how-to guide, including what to plant and how to care for it. Also called a meadow lawn, this landscaping technique requires little to no maintenance to thrive.| Martha Stewart
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Grass lawns can be difficult on the environment. We're sharing several eco-friendly lawn alternatives that require little to no water, weeding, fertilizer, or pesticides.| Martha Stewart
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Our best small backyard landscaping ideas will instantly elevate your space. We're sharing tips for creating a garden, seating area, and more in a small backyard.| Martha Stewart
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Border flowers can add texture and color to the perimeter of your driveway, sidewalk, or garden. These are the best border flowers for your landscape, according to gardening experts.| Martha Stewart
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These autumn flowers will add color to your yard—and food for pollinators—even as the weather cools.| Martha Stewart
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Learn how to grow a kitchen garden filled with herbs, vegetables, and fruits in this how-to guide. Experts share tips for choosing a location, selecting your plants, segmenting, and caring for this style of garden.| Martha Stewart
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Learn the best ground cover plants for your yard, according to gardening experts. The low-growing plants are used to choke out weeds, control erosion, and fill in areas where grass won't grow.| Martha Stewart
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Coneflowers are easy to grow perennials that will add welcome color to your garden. Learn how to grow and care for coneflowers, including how to plant, prune, and protect them from unwanted pests.| Martha Stewart
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Poppies a symbols of peace and tranquility, but they're also great at attracting pollinators like butterflies and bees. Here, several gardening experts explain how to grow and care for the flower.| Martha Stewart
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The lavender plant, a perennial shrub, is one of Martha's favorite blooms. Here, learn how to care for a lavender plant, whether you're growing this fragrant variety as a houseplant or outdoors—and get our best lavender plant growing tips courtesy of Martha and several garden experts.| Martha Stewart
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Ryan McCallister, Martha Stewart's head gardener, shares the best houseplants to give for Valentine's Day, including orchids, money plants, begonias, philodendron, anthuriums, and heart-shaped hoya.| Martha Stewart
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Reusing those leftover bones, peels, rinds, and more is a win-win-win in terms of flavor, sustainability, and your budget. Thomas Joseph shares nine types of food scraps you should never throw away, along with his favorite ways to use them.| Martha Stewart
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Learn how to order flower seeds from Martha Stewart's head gardener, Ryan McCallister. He explains everything from where to order seeds from to how many packets to purchase.| Martha Stewart
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Martha Stewart's head gardener, Ryan McCallister, shares the fastest-growing vegetables to plant in early spring, including lettuce, kale, spinach, and more.| Martha Stewart
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The Celebration Expert shares her favorite ways to reuse and reimagine common items—including an easy project for turning a wine bottle into a candleholder.| Martha Stewart
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Sarah Carey shares her favorite baked goods to make at home that are better than store-bought. These cookies, sheet cake, donuts, and breakfast pastry are also healthier and better for the planet.| Martha Stewart
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Compost tea is the process of extracting nutrients and microorganisms from compost and turning them into a liquid you can use on your plants. Here, we share an easy compost tea recipe you can make and use at home.| Martha Stewart
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Learn how to compost at home, including the benefits, what to compost, and how to make it using food scraps and yard waste.| Martha Stewart
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Learn when to plant roses, according to gardening experts. They also explain when not to plant roses and share their best planting tips for optimal success.| Martha Stewart
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Many plants produce prolific and continuous blooms after deadheading, but not all plants benefit from this practice. Here are 10 plants you should never deadhead, according to gardening experts.| Martha Stewart
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Roses are some of the most beloved flowers that a gardener can grow, but they come with their challenges. From watering incorrectly and pest prevention to planting location, there are a lot of common mistakes that many gardeners make, which can ruin the beautiful blooms. Here, we set the record straight.| Martha Stewart
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To ensure your roses successfully bloom, you should fertilize them throughout the growing season. Learn how and when to fertilize roses, according to gardening experts.| Martha Stewart
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Learn what causes powdery mildew on plants, and what you can do to prevent it from infecting your garden.| Martha Stewart
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Knowing how to dry flowers by pressing, using silica, or air drying lets you turn your favorite cut flowers or a sentimental bouquet into art. We break down step-by-step instructions for common techniques with expert advice.| Martha Stewart
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These flower bed ideas from experts will inspire your garden design. From adding a bird bath to planting wildflowers, the options are endless when it comes to creating a beautiful garden.| Martha Stewart
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Even the easiest plants are susceptible to common diseases, like powdery mildew and root rot. But there are some varieties that were cultivated to be resistant to these conditions. Here, we're sharing 10 expert-recommended disease-resistant plants.| Martha Stewart
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Flowers aren't just planted in the vegetable garden for their good looks. Many flowers, including marigolds, zinnias, sunflowers, and nasturtiums, are vegetable companion plants and help pests, attract pollinators, and improve soil.| Martha Stewart
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In this guide, we provide a companion planting chart and cover the pants that provide shade, deter pests, and encourage pollinators.| Martha Stewart
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Compacted soil forms when the air pockets within the soil are pushed out. This can make it difficult for plants' root systems to grow and may lead to root rot. If you have compacted soil, consider growing these hardy plants, which can not only grow in hard soil, but also improve its quality.| Martha Stewart
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Hibiscus are subtropical woody shrubs and small trees. The easy-to-care-for plant has a few maintenance requirements and needs proper soil, light, fertilizer, and water to survive.| Martha Stewart
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Dahlias are a gorgeous addition to any garden. Learn popular types and how to grow dahlias, plus, how to plant these beautiful blooms in pots.| Martha Stewart
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These are the fast-growing plants to grow in your garden for a quick show. Learn how to grow and care for each of these speedy varieties with advice from gardening experts.| Martha Stewart
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Here we explain how to start a flower garden. The first step is deciding where in your yard you want the garden to go. Then you can begin the fun part, like choosing your flowers and designing how you want to plant them.| Martha Stewart
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Foxgloves are perennials that make a beautiful addition to any garden. These easy-to-grow blooms need to be kept away from children and pets, as they are toxic.| Martha Stewart
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Here are the best plants for a cut flower garden, according to experts. Planting assorted colors and textures results in a mix for stunning DIY arrangements.| Martha Stewart
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Not sure what your mulch is made of? Depending on the type you have, your mulch—which might be organic or inorganic—could be made from many different materials, from wood chips to seashells. Here, gardening experts explain all the different types of mulch and what they are made of.| Martha Stewart
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Weeds take essential nutrients and water from nearby plants and can even block out sunlight. Rather than using pesticides, get rid of them by growing these expert-recommended plants that prevent weeds.| Martha Stewart
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Wondering if annual mulching is necessary? Gardening experts share whether or not you really need to mulch every year, and explain what to do during the times when you choose not to mulch.| Martha Stewart
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Here, we're sharing 12 common types of daisies to grow in your garden, from Shasta and gerbera to aster and coneflower. Plus, learn about the zones and conditions where each daisy thrives.| Martha Stewart
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Head gardener Ryan McCallister shares his tips for creating a beautiful summer garden, plus Martha Stewart's favorite six flowers to plant on her farm each year.| Martha Stewart
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Roses may have a reputation for being hard to grow but they aren't as complex as they seem. With these expert tips, you'll have roses blooming in no time.| Martha Stewart
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Gardening experts describe the different methods for growing peonies, how to create beautiful blooms year after year, a season-by-season care chart, how to avoid common problems, and more.| Martha Stewart
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Learn why al dente pasta is essential, including what the term means and why it makes for better tasting and better-for-you pasta. Also, how to cook pasta al dente with tips from a chef.| Martha Stewart
This silky tomato sauce is a versatile recipe that can be used for everything from spaghetti and meatballs to pizza. It's also make-ahead and freezes well.| Martha Stewart
This fresh egg pasta dough is easy enough to roll out by hand and makes a noodle with a delicate silky texture and the perfect amount of chew.| Martha Stewart
Classic bolognese gets more flavor when beef, pork, and pancetta combine in this aromatic pasta dish.| Martha Stewart
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Every home cook needs a good béchamel sauce for lasagna and other recipes. This recipe makes it easy to cook the classic white sauce so it's silky smooth, not lumpy.| Martha Stewart
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From tried-and-true recipes and DIY crafts to home decor tips and holiday party planning, let Martha Stewart inspire you every day.| Martha Stewart
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This is what not to fix when selling a house, according to real estate experts. From smart technology to new windows, these are the updates that are not necessary to make in your home before you put it on the market.| Martha Stewart
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Learn why sour cream is a common ingredient in baked goods—plus, what ingredients you can substitute in place of sour cream.| Martha Stewart
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Explore our comprehensive library of recipes, videos, technique how-tos, expert advice, food trend reports, and so much more.| Martha Stewart
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This easy chocolate cake is an easy, delicious two-layer cake with a rich chocolate flavor and a moist texture. It's perfect for any occasion.| Martha Stewart
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These sheet-pan bar cookies keep for up to a month in the freezer and are perfect for serving a crowd. They include bittersweet and white chocolates, cocoa powder, and goodies like nuts and dried fruit, which you can omit if desired.| Martha Stewart
These shortbread cookies are a chocolatey delight featuring both dark and white chocolate in this Valentine's Day recipe.| Martha Stewart
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This hot chocolate recipe is our food editors’ favorite. It uses whole milk, cocoa powder, chopped chocolate, and light brown sugar. Don't skip the whipped cream on top.| Martha Stewart
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Texas sheet cake is a crowd-pleaser. It’s a rich, moist chocolate cake topped with a fudge-like frosting and toasted pecans. It’s easy to make—and eat.| Martha Stewart
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Our devil's food cake has a rich chocolate flavor. We use melted chocolate as well the usual cocoa powder, and add sour cream to keep it deliciously moist.| Martha Stewart
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Warm temperatures and long days mean it's the perfect time to host a quintessential summer BBQ. Our experts help lay out the tips and tricks you need to host a BBQ that your friends and family will remember.| Martha Stewart
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Our home cleaning schedule includes checklists for daily, weekly, monthly, seasonal, and annual cleaning. You'll know exactly what to clean in your home and when taking the guesswork out of keeping your space tidy.| Martha Stewart
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Learn how to organize your closet once and for all in just six easy steps. Professional organizers offer their best tips for a closet you'll look forward to opening.| Martha Stewart
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Some cheeses just have that cheese-pull perfection. We've picked the best melting cheeses for everything from fondue to pasta and paninis.| Martha Stewart
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Skip the store-bought wreath and craft a beautiful creation of your own with help from Martha Stewart editors. From glam and glittering to bursting with charm, these wreaths will let you deck the halls in style.| Martha Stewart
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These summer potluck ideas are recipes you can make in advance and transport with ease. From no-mayo salads and bright fruit platters to tasty desserts and big-batch drinks, make one of these crowd-pleasing dishes for your next summer gathering.| Martha Stewart
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Whitewashing is a technique that gives wood a distressed look. Learn from paint experts how to whitewash wood using three easy methods.| Martha Stewart
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If you want to decorate your home for Valentine's Day, look to our favorite ideas here. These are the best Valentine's Day decoration ideas, such as dried floral wreaths and tissue-paper wall hearts, for February 14.| Martha Stewart
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Planning experts share how to host an easy holiday party, so you can entertain friends and family without the stress.| Martha Stewart
Braised beef chuck is combined with bell pepper, carrots, chickpeas, and berbere seasoning for this fragrant and mouth-watering beef stew.| Martha Stewart
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Shade gardens are perfect for areas of that yard that don't get much sun. These shade garden ideas will help transform yours into an inviting space.| Martha Stewart
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These perennial plants have long-lasting flowers, so you can enjoy them for entire (if not multiple) seasons. Grow one of these expert-recommended perennials for continuous color in your garden.| Martha Stewart
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Cottage gardens are trending, and luckily, creating one is simple—wherever you live. Here, experts explain what cottage gardens look like, the best plants and flowers for a cottage garden, and the features you need to add romance and drama to your English-inspired yard.| Martha Stewart
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We're sharing 22 hosta varieties with beautiful foliage and flowers that will look great in a garden with partial or full shade, according to gardening experts.| Martha Stewart
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Plant a lush cottage garden overflowing with color. Choose from these cottage garden plants, including roses, peonies, flowering herbs, and more.| Martha Stewart
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Martha Stewart's head gardener, Ryan McCallister, shared nine tips every gardener should know about composting.| Martha Stewart
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Learn how to deadhead roses based on the variety you're growing, according to gardening experts. We explain when and how to do it, plus tips and common problems you may encounter.| Martha Stewart
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Annuals only have one growing season, meaning you want to get the most out of their showy, colorful blooms. To help, we spoke to plant experts who shared the best annual flowers that will bloom throughout the season.| Martha Stewart
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Here, we explain the difference between annuals and perennials and the benefits of each. Plus, learn about a third category: biennials.| Martha Stewart
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Mulching your garden too early will slow down the warming process, while doing it too late can prevent plant dormancy. Here, we explain when to mulch your garden for healthy plants.| Martha Stewart