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Plant Care & Problems

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Easy solutions for common plant issues including watering, pruning, pests, diseases, and plant maintenance.

What a Soil Test Reveals and Why Guessing Costs Gardeners More Than Testing

What a Soil Test Reveals and Why Guessing Costs Gardeners More Than Testing

December 6, 20254 mins0
Most home gardeners don’t use them, but professional soil tests are amazingly valuable. They typically cost between…
  • Plant Care & Problems
Avatar photoKasie Rae Johnson
The First 10 Things Every Gardener Should Do to Prepare Garden Beds in Spring

The First 10 Things Every Gardener Should Do to Prepare Garden Beds in Spring

December 2, 20258 mins0
Spring is when gardeners really get things going, and the change from winter (when gardens are ‘sleeping’)…
  • Plant Care & Problems
Avatar photoKasie Rae Johnson
8 Common Houseplant Myths That Plant Experts Want You to Stop Believing

8 Common Houseplant Myths That Plant Experts Want You to Stop Believing

November 10, 2025May 12, 20267 mins0
You can get houseplant tips all over the place – on social media, at the garden store,…
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How to Save Seeds From This Year’s Garden for Planting Next Season

How to Save Seeds From This Year’s Garden for Planting Next Season

November 6, 2025May 12, 20265 mins0
For as long as people have farmed, they’ve kept seeds, and it’s a really useful thing for…
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How to Propagate Plants From Stem Cuttings-A Reliable Method for Beginners

How to Propagate Plants From Stem Cuttings-A Reliable Method for Beginners

November 2, 2025May 12, 20266 mins0
It’s really rewarding and doesn’t cost much to start new plants from bits of stem. One good,…
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How to Start a Compost Pile That Actually Works-A Straightforward Beginner’s Guide

How to Start a Compost Pile That Actually Works-A Straightforward Beginner’s Guide

October 15, 2025May 12, 20266 mins0
Gardeners often refer to compost as “black gold,” and with good reason. It’s what happens when you…
  • Plant Care & Problems
Avatar photoKasie Rae Johnson
What a Soil Test Actually Reveals and Why Every Gardener Should Do One

What a Soil Test Actually Reveals and Why Every Gardener Should Do One

October 11, 20255 mins0
It’s like taking medication with no idea of what’s wrong with you when you put fertilizer, lime,…
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Why Mulch Is the Most Underrated Tool in Every Gardener’s Arsenal

Why Mulch Is the Most Underrated Tool in Every Gardener’s Arsenal

October 7, 20255 mins0
Any one gardening technique that stopped weeds, saved water, kept the soil at a good temperature, stopped…
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The First 10 Things Experienced Gardeners Do Every Spring Before Planting

The First 10 Things Experienced Gardeners Do Every Spring Before Planting

September 24, 2025May 12, 20268 mins0
That time from when the last really harsh freeze is over until you do your main planting…
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Avatar photoKasie Rae Johnson
8 Gardening Tasks That Should Be Done in August-Before It’s Too Late

8 Gardening Tasks That Should Be Done in August-Before It’s Too Late

September 15, 20256 mins0
Lots of people with home gardens start to lose their gardening enthusiasm in August. Spring planting is…
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Kasie Rae Johnson

Kasie Rae Johnson

Hi, I’m Kasie a gardener and photographer documenting life in the garden. Based in NJ/NY, I share beginner-friendly growing tips and real-life gardening insights to help you cultivate your own beautiful, productive outdoor space.

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How to Train Squash and Melons to Grow Vertically on a Trellis
Why Some Vegetable Plants Produce Plenty of Leaves But No Fruit
How to Grow Onions From Sets, Transplants, and Seed Which Method Works Best
What Causes Brown Spots on Plant Leaves 6 Common Explanations

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Why Some Vegetable Plants Produce Plenty of Leaves But No Fruit

Why Some Vegetable Plants Produce Plenty of Leaves But No Fruit

May 15, 2026
What Causes Brown Spots on Plant Leaves 6 Common Explanations

What Causes Brown Spots on Plant Leaves 6 Common Explanations

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How to Control Japanese Beetles in the Garden Without Using Toxic Chemicals

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