Best Rake for Dead Grass

You work hard to maintain a lush green lawn, and the last thing you want is a real eyesore, that is dead grass to ruin your efforts. 

The good news is that removing grass that’s dead from your lawn isn’t a daunting task, that is if you use the right tool for the job. 

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How To Get Rid Of Pot Worms

Have you ever noticed small little squiggly creatures in your plants’ potting soil? Have a closer look if you have, because they might just be pot worms invading your plant soil. 

There are many white worms that can be found in the potted soil of your indoor and outdoor potted plants. Some worms in potted plants are good and some are not so good for the plant health of your garden plants.

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Plant Food vs Fertilizer

Have you ever noticed that the terms fertilizer and plant food are often used in articles as though they carry the same meaning and function?

We are here to tell you that the two are actually not the same. Although experienced home gardeners are aware of this, if you are a newbie to the world of cultivation, it is understandable that you’re not fully aware of the differences in plant food vs fertilizer.

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How To Use A Moss Pole For Plants

Tropical climbing houseplants can — with proper care and the use of a moss pole — also be grown in the comfort of your own home. The question is ‘how to use a moss pole for plants’.

Basically — as there are no nearby trees to climb up — you need to provide them with a bit of support or a simple climbing structure in order for them to thrive and flourish.

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Variegated Rubber Plant Care

The Variegated rubber plant or Ficus elastica variegata, as it’s also known, is used to warm tropical climates as it’s native to South and Southeast Asia.

It has beautiful, shiny, colorful leaves that really stand out in your home. The leaves are thick and have an almost rubbery look and feel, which is where it gets its name. 

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Bermuda Grass vs Crabgrass: What’s the Difference?

When it comes to comparing Crabgrass vs Bermuda grass, there are plenty of similarities:

  • They both grow really quickly
  • They both can overwhelm and bully other plants
  • They’re both invasive and can take over your lawn if not controlled

Sounds like we’re talking about two common weeds, right?

Wrong, we’re talking about Bermuda grass and crab grass!

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How to Store Potting Soil For Winter Indoors and Outdoors

If you’re an avid gardener, you most likely have a surplus of potting soil left over from the growing season.

Now you’re probably wondering how to store potting soil over the winter so that you can use it next year.

Or maybe you just want to know how you can store it long-term as you’ve bought too much in one go when doing your seed planting!

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