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  • Fall Flowers That Keep on Blossoming All Season
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    Fall Flowers That Keep on Blossoming All Season

    ByJennifer Lowenthal September 24, 2024August 3, 2025 Flowering Plants

    From the rich hues of chrysanthemums to the delicate petals of pansies, there are numerous options to consider when selecting fall flowers. We’ll delve into the characteristics and growing conditions of these bountiful blooms, offering tips on how to care for them and…

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  • The Amazing Tactics of How Butterflies Defend Themselves
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    The Amazing Tactics of How Butterflies Defend Themselves

    ByJennifer Lowenthal September 21, 2024April 15, 2025 Butterflies

    Butterflies, with their vibrant colors and delicate wings, have long captivated the hearts of nature lovers. However, their beauty also attracts predators that see them as a tasty meal. This article delves into the amazing tactics of butterfly predators and the ingenious ways…

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  • Understanding Predators of Butterflies and Butterfly Larvae
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    Understanding Predators of Butterflies and Butterfly Larvae

    ByJennifer Lowenthal September 8, 2024June 25, 2025 Butterflies

    Butterflies are among the most enchanting creatures to grace our gardens. They play a crucial role in pollination, making them an essential component of a healthy ecosystem. However, both butterflies and their larvae, the caterpillars, face numerous threats from predators that can significantly…

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    12 Ways to Create A Sensory Garden For Autism

    ByJennifer Lowenthal August 25, 2024November 27, 2024 Garden Design

    A sensory garden is a therapeutic space designed to engage the senses and provide a calming, interactive, and enriching environment benefiting people so they can relax and focus. For individuals with autism, sensory gardens can offer a sanctuary that stimulates the senses in…

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  • Aphids & Ants
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    The Gardener’s Guide to Aphids: Understanding and Managing These Common Pests

    ByJennifer Lowenthal August 10, 2024August 11, 2024 Insects

    One of the most common problems that you will find in the garden is dealing with pests. Among these, aphids are some of the most frequent pest you will encounter. There have been at least 4,000 aphid species found with probably more undiscovered….

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  • How To Get Rid Of Nut Grass (Nutsedge): An Organic Gardener’s Guide
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    How To Get Rid Of Nut Grass (Nutsedge): An Organic Gardener’s Guide

    ByJennifer Lowenthal August 1, 2024September 8, 2024 Uncategorized

    Nut grass, also known as nutsedge, is a common and persistent weed that can be a real headache for gardeners. This hardy plant thrives in warm, wet conditions and can quickly take over your garden if not managed properly. I have been recently…

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  • Fall Webworms Control Organically
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    How Do I Get Rid of Fall Webworms

    ByJennifer Lowenthal June 17, 2024June 21, 2024 Insects

    Fall Webworms This year has been a rough year for gardeners trying to control fall webworms. I finally have control over most of the webworms in my garden and I want to give you advice on my experience with getting rid of them-…

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  • Gardening for Butterflies
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    Gardening for Butterflies

    ByJennifer Lowenthal April 3, 2024September 8, 2024 Butterflies

    Why Is It Important To Plant For Butterflies Within the last few years the world as a whole has seen a sharp decline in butterfly populations. A study done over the past 40 years by 3 different groups, the Shapiro transect from northern…

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    Why Are There So Many Acorns? 2023

    ByJennifer Lowenthal December 2, 2023December 2, 2023 Uncategorized

    What Is Going On With The Acorns This Year? This year there seems to be a plethora of acorns everywhere. So why are there so many acorns this year? This seems to be a mystery that even scientists are not quite sure about….

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    Gardening After Hip Replacement

    ByJennifer Lowenthal November 22, 2023July 11, 2025 Uncategorized

    My Personal Experience With Hip Replacement This entire post is my personal experience with hip replacement surgery and afterwards. I have been an avid gardener for over 30 years and I love every bit of it. My own backyard is my personal paradise….

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  • Perennials
    • Porterweed/Vervain
    • 17 Hummingbird Plants – 2023
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    • Growing Native Bee Balm / Monarda: Varieties, Pollinators, and Propagation Tips
    • Fall Flowers: The Dos and Don’ts of Container Gardening
    • Maximize Your Fall Flower Garden on a Budget
    • 15 Beginner-Friendly Fall Flowers to Cultivate
    • Fall Flowers That Keep on Blossoming All Season
    • Discover 20 Native Fall Flowers for North American Gardens!
    • The Ultimate Guide to Christmas Cactus Plants Care
  • Butterflies
    • Where Do Monarch Butterflies Migrate To?
    • Gardening for Butterflies
    • The Amazing Tactics of How Butterflies Defend Themselves
    • Understanding Predators of Butterflies and Butterfly Larvae
  • Vegetables & Herbs
    • How and When to Plant Garlic
    • How To Grow Carrots
    • Exploring the Best Fall Vegetables to Plant in Texas
    • How To Grow Basil: Planting and Growing Tips
  • Insects
    • How Do I Get Rid of Fall Webworms
    • The Gardener’s Guide to Aphids: Understanding and Managing These Common Pests
  • Trees
    • Why Are There So Many Acorns? 2023
  • Garden Design
    • 12 Ways to Create A Sensory Garden For Autism
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    • 10 Stunning Plant Varieties for Vibrant Fall Foliage and Berries
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