While many flowering plants grow well without support, others perform best when you stake them. Join flower farmer Briana Yablonski to learn which flowers you should stake before they bloom.

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You don't have to have tons of space to grow climbing roses. Many of them grow well in containers, so you can grow them in smaller spaces and on patios, too! Gardening expert Melissa Strauss has some tips on successfully growing climbers and ramblers in containers.

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Knockout roses are popular for their color, reliable reblooming, and easygoing nature. But even these low-maintenance beauties benefit from simple pruning for the best form and flowering. Garden expert Katherine Rowe reviews how and when to prune Knockout roses for a (nearly) effortless show.

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Say goodbye to the lawn and welcome these grass alternatives you can walk on! Walkable plants often need less water and maintenance than grasses. They create sustainable lawns that are just as appealing, if not more, than grass ones. Former landscaper Jerad Bryant shares 13 of the best alternatives to try.

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With the warming, sun-filled days of spring, we look toward starting our heat-loving crops. It’s time to envision robust summer melons as we start seeds now. Whether direct sowing, starting indoors, or using protective row covers, sowing melon seeds now gives the long-developing fruits ample time to reach peak perfection. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores favorite melon seeds to sow now for the juicy taste of summer.

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April is prime time for pruning! Which plants to cut depends on your growing zone and how warm the climate is. Some are early emergers, while others break buds in late spring. Native plant gardener Jerad Bryant shares 15 best plants to tackle this month.

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There’s nothing like harvesting juicy, ripe tomatoes in the summer. To get an abundant summer crop, start some of your tomato seeds in April. In this article, horticulture expert Matt Dursum shows you the top tomato varieties to start planting before Easter.

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Summer is on its way, and it won't be long before the irises are blooming. If your plants seem a bit crowded this year, it's probably time to divide them. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss walks through the correct way to split up your irises.

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For many gardeners, it’s time to bring prized dahlia bulbs out of winter storage to plant once the risk of frost has passed. To ready the tubers for early growth and flowering, you can pre-sprout them. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores how to pre-sprout dahlias for earlier blooms this summer.

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Iris borers are the larvae of a brown moth. They look like mini caterpillars that tunnel into iris leaves and rhizomes. The damage they cause is significant, which is why control is crucial. Get rid of pesky iris borers with these seven easy steps from seasoned grower Jerad Bryant.

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