winter garden prep
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garden pests
Why These 5 Garden Pests Survive Freezing Weather and Come Back in Spring
A hard freeze does not automatically reset a garden pest problem. Aphids, white grubs, squash bugs, cucumber beetles, and cutworms can survive winter by hiding as eggs, grubs, larvae, or sheltered adults.
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gardening costs
The Right Time to Prune Roses: Late-Season Cutoffs, Climate Rules, and Proper Technique
Heavy rose pruning is usually too late when frost is within 6 to 8 weeks or the plant is pushing tender late-season growth. Here is how to time the work, make the right cuts, and know when to hire a pro.