Meadowlark Journal
Meadowlark Journal

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When to Cut Dahlias Back: Easy Guide
When to Cut Dahlias Back: Easy Guide
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Growing Echinacea from Seed
Growing Echinacea from Seed
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Lavender Pruning: A Simple Guide
Lavender Pruning: A Simple Guide
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Planting Tomatoes in Raised Beds
Planting Tomatoes in Raised Beds
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Can You Compost Tomato Plants?
Can You Compost Tomato Plants?
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Companion Planting Lemon Balm
Companion Planting Lemon Balm
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Vegetables to Plant in Spring
Vegetables to Plant in Spring
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Companion Plants for Thyme
Companion Plants for Thyme
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Are Tulips Perennial?
Are Tulips Perennial?
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Planting Onions in Fall
Planting Onions in Fall
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Easy to Grow Tomatoes
Easy to Grow Tomatoes
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Bedding Plants for Winter: The Only Ones You Need
Bedding Plants for Winter: The Only Ones You Need
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No Dig Gardening Method: Grow More with Less Effort
No Dig Gardening Method: Grow More with Less Effort
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Simple Guide to Gardening Terms for Beginners
Simple Guide to Gardening Terms for Beginners
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How to Harvest Nasturtium Seeds
How to Harvest Nasturtium Seeds
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What is Water Wise Gardening?
What is Water Wise Gardening?
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Growing Tomatoes in a Grow Bag
Growing Tomatoes in a Grow Bag
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Bulb Lasagne in 4 Easy Steps
Bulb Lasagne in 4 Easy Steps
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Easy to Grow Plants for Bees and Butterflies
Easy to Grow Plants for Bees and Butterflies
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Planting in the Summer, It's Not Too Late
Planting in the Summer, It's Not Too Late
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How Often to Water Rosemary
How Often to Water Rosemary
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Growing Asparagus in Raised Beds: Easy Steps
Growing Asparagus in Raised Beds: Easy Steps
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Cut Flower Garden: How to Get Started
Cut Flower Garden: How to Get Started
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The Best Gifts for Gardeners
The Best Gifts for Gardeners
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Growing Herbs in Water: A Simple Guide
Growing Herbs in Water: A Simple Guide
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Quick Homemade Tomato Fertilizer
Quick Homemade Tomato Fertilizer
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Tree Fern 101: From Planting to Winter Protection
Tree Fern 101: From Planting to Winter Protection
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How to Plant a Strawberry Patch That Continually Produces Fruit
How to Plant a Strawberry Patch That Continually Produces Fruit
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How to Deadhead Dahlias for Stunning Blooms
How to Deadhead Dahlias for Stunning Blooms
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Propagating Sage: A Simple Guide
Propagating Sage: A Simple Guide
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Learn how to grow your own organic vegetables, herbs and flowers with a modern approach to urban gardening.

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Meadowlark Journal

By RHS Certified Horticulturist

Laura Azcarraga

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When to Cut Dahlias Back: Easy Guide
When to Cut Dahlias Back: Easy Guide
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Growing Echinacea from Seed
Growing Echinacea from Seed
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Are Tulips Perennial?
Are Tulips Perennial?
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Bedding Plants for Winter: The Only Ones You Need
Bedding Plants for Winter: The Only Ones You Need
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Simple Guide to Gardening Terms for Beginners
Simple Guide to Gardening Terms for Beginners
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How to Harvest Nasturtium Seeds
How to Harvest Nasturtium Seeds
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What is Water Wise Gardening?
What is Water Wise Gardening?
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Bulb Lasagne in 4 Easy Steps
Bulb Lasagne in 4 Easy Steps
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Easy to Grow Plants for Bees and Butterflies
Easy to Grow Plants for Bees and Butterflies
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Planting in the Summer, It's Not Too Late
Planting in the Summer, It's Not Too Late
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Cut Flower Garden: How to Get Started
Cut Flower Garden: How to Get Started
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The Best Gifts for Gardeners
The Best Gifts for Gardeners
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How to Deadhead Dahlias for Stunning Blooms
How to Deadhead Dahlias for Stunning Blooms
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Maximizing the Magic of Northwest Facing Gardens
Maximizing the Magic of Northwest Facing Gardens
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Easy Flowers to Grow from Seed
Easy Flowers to Grow from Seed
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How to Grow Marigolds from Seed
How to Grow Marigolds from Seed
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Perlite vs Vermiculite: What's Best for Your Garden?
Perlite vs Vermiculite: What's Best for Your Garden?
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Deadheading Tulips: How to Do It Right
Deadheading Tulips: How to Do It Right
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Growing Lavender from Seed: The Easiest Ways
Growing Lavender from Seed: The Easiest Ways
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The Best Gardening Books for Beginners
The Best Gardening Books for Beginners
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Deadheading Daffodils: How to Ensure Next Year’s Blooms
Deadheading Daffodils: How to Ensure Next Year’s Blooms
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The Best Plants for Your South West Facing Garden
The Best Plants for Your South West Facing Garden
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Top Slug Resistant Plants to Transform Your Garden
Top Slug Resistant Plants to Transform Your Garden
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The Easiest Way to Grow Calendula from Seed
The Easiest Way to Grow Calendula from Seed
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Garden Soil vs. Potting Soil: How to Choose the Right One
Garden Soil vs. Potting Soil: How to Choose the Right One
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The Best Plants for Your North Facing Garden
The Best Plants for Your North Facing Garden
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Growing Foxgloves in Pots: An Easy Guide
Growing Foxgloves in Pots: An Easy Guide
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How to Create a Lavender Hedge
How to Create a Lavender Hedge
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Companion Plants for Roses: The Perfect Partners
Companion Plants for Roses: The Perfect Partners
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Why Weeds Are Good for Your Garden
Why Weeds Are Good for Your Garden
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Vegetable Garden

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Planting Tomatoes in Raised Beds
Planting Tomatoes in Raised Beds
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Can You Compost Tomato Plants?
Can You Compost Tomato Plants?
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Vegetables to Plant in Spring
Vegetables to Plant in Spring
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Planting Onions in Fall
Planting Onions in Fall
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Easy to Grow Tomatoes
Easy to Grow Tomatoes
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No Dig Gardening Method: Grow More with Less Effort
No Dig Gardening Method: Grow More with Less Effort
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Growing Tomatoes in a Grow Bag
Growing Tomatoes in a Grow Bag
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Growing Asparagus in Raised Beds: Easy Steps
Growing Asparagus in Raised Beds: Easy Steps
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Quick Homemade Tomato Fertilizer
Quick Homemade Tomato Fertilizer
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How to Plant a Strawberry Patch That Continually Produces Fruit
How to Plant a Strawberry Patch That Continually Produces Fruit
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Problems Growing Radishes and How to Fix Them
Problems Growing Radishes and How to Fix Them
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Growing Beets in Containers Successfully
Growing Beets in Containers Successfully
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When to Harvest Swiss Chard
When to Harvest Swiss Chard
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Problems Growing Rhubarb: Simple Fixes
Problems Growing Rhubarb: Simple Fixes
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Growing Tomatoes in Shade: Top 6 Varieties
Growing Tomatoes in Shade: Top 6 Varieties
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Powdery Mildew on Zucchini: The Best Natural Remedies 
Powdery Mildew on Zucchini: The Best Natural Remedies 
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What is a Kitchen Garden?
What is a Kitchen Garden?
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Companion Plants for Raspberries (And Which Ones to Avoid)
Companion Plants for Raspberries (And Which Ones to Avoid)
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How Often to Water Seedlings
How Often to Water Seedlings
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A Guide to Growing Perfect Greenhouse Cucumbers
A Guide to Growing Perfect Greenhouse Cucumbers
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The Best Seed Starting Mix
The Best Seed Starting Mix
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Why is My Tomato Plant Not Flowering?
Why is My Tomato Plant Not Flowering?
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The Best Companion Plants for Tomatoes
The Best Companion Plants for Tomatoes
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The Best Potatoes to Grow in Bags
The Best Potatoes to Grow in Bags
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The Best Vegetables to Grow in a Raised Bed from Seed
The Best Vegetables to Grow in a Raised Bed from Seed
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Growing Carrots in Containers: The Ultimate Guide
Growing Carrots in Containers: The Ultimate Guide
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Maximize Your Zucchini Harvest: Companion Planting Guide
Maximize Your Zucchini Harvest: Companion Planting Guide
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When to Start Tomato Seeds Indoors
When to Start Tomato Seeds Indoors
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Are Coffee Grounds Good for Tomato Plants?
Are Coffee Grounds Good for Tomato Plants?
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Companion Plants for Healthy Brussels Sprouts
Companion Plants for Healthy Brussels Sprouts
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Lavender Pruning: A Simple Guide
Lavender Pruning: A Simple Guide
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Companion Planting Lemon Balm
Companion Planting Lemon Balm
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Companion Plants for Thyme
Companion Plants for Thyme
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How Often to Water Rosemary
How Often to Water Rosemary
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Growing Herbs in Water: A Simple Guide
Growing Herbs in Water: A Simple Guide
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Propagating Sage: A Simple Guide
Propagating Sage: A Simple Guide
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Propagate Oregano: How to Multiply Your Herbs
Propagate Oregano: How to Multiply Your Herbs
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Growing Mint from Cuttings: Easy Step-by-Step Guide
Growing Mint from Cuttings: Easy Step-by-Step Guide
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Sage Companion Plants: Boost Your Garden's Health
Sage Companion Plants: Boost Your Garden's Health
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The Best Companion Plants for Dill
The Best Companion Plants for Dill
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The Best Chive Companion Plants
The Best Chive Companion Plants
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The Easiest Ways to Keep Cilantro from Bolting
The Easiest Ways to Keep Cilantro from Bolting
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How to Take Lavender Cuttings: Step-by-Step Guide
How to Take Lavender Cuttings: Step-by-Step Guide
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Growing Oregano in a Pot: A Simple Guide
Growing Oregano in a Pot: A Simple Guide
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The Best Basil Companion Plants
The Best Basil Companion Plants
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How to Start a Raised Bed Herb Garden
How to Start a Raised Bed Herb Garden
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Mint to Be Together: Choosing Companion Plants for Mint
Mint to Be Together: Choosing Companion Plants for Mint
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How to Dry Dill: A Simple Guide
How to Dry Dill: A Simple Guide
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Rosemary Companion Plants: Enhancing Your Garden's Health
Rosemary Companion Plants: Enhancing Your Garden's Health
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How to Harvest Basil Seeds the Right Way
How to Harvest Basil Seeds the Right Way
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Herbs That Actually Grow Well in Shade
Herbs That Actually Grow Well in Shade
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Companion Planting for Parsley: Parsley's Perfect Partners
Companion Planting for Parsley: Parsley's Perfect Partners
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Growing Chives in Pots: The Ultimate Guide
Growing Chives in Pots: The Ultimate Guide
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Growing Thyme from Seed: How to Plant and Harvest
Growing Thyme from Seed: How to Plant and Harvest
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When Does Lavender Bloom? 
When Does Lavender Bloom? 
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The Undisputed Best Oregano Companion Plants
The Undisputed Best Oregano Companion Plants
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How to Prune Dill
How to Prune Dill
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How to Propagate Basil Like a Pro
How to Propagate Basil Like a Pro
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The 10 Best Flowering Herbs
The 10 Best Flowering Herbs
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Harvesting Chamomile: From Garden to Teacup
Harvesting Chamomile: From Garden to Teacup
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