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June kicks off an active period for garden pests. Learn more about five common garden pests that arrive in June and how to ...

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With a wide range of species to choose from, viburnum is a compelling option for all kinds of hedging needs. There are 20-foot varieties and more compact options that reach 6-8 feet tall, so gardeners ...

To add beauty or privacy, put your garden on the fast track with these fast-growing bushes that add two feet or more every ...

Michigan's ecosystem is diverse, stunning and perhaps deadly. Growing in the state's woodlands are poisonous plants. Here are ...

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Poison ivy, oak and sumac all can create itchy rashes from urushiol. What you need to know before the rash starts.