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Flowerbeds need to be weeded on a regular basis, but weeding often comes after other priorities. If neglected too long weeding becomes a major effort, not a small chore.

Hawkweed, plantain,and the dreaded dandelion: nuisance plants that people trying to cultivate a flawless lawn are constantly battling. Why are weeds so difficult to beat?

Our desire to have a lush, thick lawn is often short-lived once dandelions emerge in early May, dotting the once-green landscape with nickel-sized yellow flowers.

Bass anglers always cast to stumps, but often they don't spend enough time dissecting and properly fishing the wood cover.

Removing a tree stump easily without using a grinder. How to methodically trench around the stump and cut out the roots with a Nursery digging spade and a utility bar.

The versatile dandelion is more than just a weed.

Acanthus is an ancient Greek plant which has huge architectural significance both literally and in the garden. Grown for its arching green leaves and tall floral spires.

With its cheery red-orange blooms, Mexican Milkweed is readily grown from seeds, transplants, and cuttings.

Interview with rose gardening specialist, Linda Keese, who shares her experience with growing roses in pots. Find out about choosing pots, planting roses and re-potting.

Here are the secrets for organic control of common lawn weed plants such as Hawkweed, plantain, wood sorrel and the dreaded dandelion. No pesticides required.

For tropical gardeners, the mango tree is a must have fruit tree for the home landscape. It offers a sweet and tangy exotic flavor that is eaten raw or cooked.

Growing Sago Palms from seed is very easy. Simply sticking them in the dirt will do. However, these instructions will allow for a much higher germination rate of 90%.

For many organic gardeners, the lawn comprises the largest growing space on the property. Grow a natural lawn without pesticides or herbicides.

Yankee weeders. Hot bed weeders. Circle hoes. Hand weeders. V-shaped scrapers. The list goes on. The fact is there are a number of weeders available to the home gardener.

Environmental destruction is not a modern phenomenon. Archeologists have determined that the Nazca civilization of Peru fell victim to their own deforestation practices.

Think you don't have room for a garden? Try these ideas.

While all flowering plants reproduce sexually, there are some species that are able to fall back on vegetative reproduction if needed.

Save money by planting seeds rather than seedlings. Wildflowers, Lupine, and California Poppy seeds can be an inexpensive start to a beautiful garden.