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I was an AI skeptic — until I started using it to identify plants
By Camilla Sharman Published
Can AI replace a seasoned gardener’s eye? I put it to the test.

Those pretty purple flowers are secretly destroying your lawn — here's why wild violets outsmart every weed killer and what actually works
By Kaycee Hill Published
Think wild violets are harmless? Their waxy leaves and underground roots make them tough to kill. Here's how to stop them from taking over your lawn.

Stop fighting the climate: Expert-approved tips on how to plant for hotter summers
By Camilla Sharman Published
I asked gardeners why their favorite plants are no longer fit for hotter summers.

Forget fertilizer — pasta water could be the secret to giving your tomato plants a boost. Here’s why
By Cynthia Lawrence Published
Pasta water for tomatoes? Why this leftover ingredient is a great boost for your plants this summer.

7 easy vegetables to plant in August that thrive as summer fades
By Madeleine Streets Published
August is the secret to a longer growing season — 7 vegetables to plant now.

Why your tomatoes won’t turn red in the heat — and when you should pick them
By Camilla Sharman Published
Stop waiting for your tomatoes to turn red in a heatwave — here’s when you should pick them.

Gardeners are ditching lavender for this tougher, long-blooming shrub — and it doesn’t go woody
By Camilla Sharman Published
Struggling with lavender? Why this resilient alternative is a better choice.

We asked over 3,000 people what their biggest lawn care challenges were — and one answer came out on top
By Grace Dean Published
We asked Tom's Guide readers what their biggest problem is with their lawn. Here's the resounding answer — and I have to say, I completely agree.

I tried a robot lawnmower for the first time — and there's one thing I wish I'd known before using it in my yard
By Cynthia Lawrence Published
I finally swapped my manual mower for a robot —but here’s the one thing that I didn't check first (that most of us don’t).

This ultimate garden hack reveals why you should be planting your tomatoes horizontally
By Grace Dean Published
Growing tomato plants can be a tricky garden task. I should know, I've failed on numerous attempts. Now, I've found out I should be planting my tomato plants horizontally, here's why.
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