a generous layer of mulch can help newly-planted ground cover plants get off to the best possible start. A two-inch layer of mulch helps hold in moisture and stabilize soil temperatures, protecting ...

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A large aerial drone flies over the charred remains of Canadian forests devastated by wildfires, bombarding the ground with seed capsules to accelerate reforestation.

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In a single growing season, foamflower (Tiarella cordifolia) produces 2-foot-long stems that root into the ground, beginning the cycle of new plants. "In less than five years, it’ll be a massive ...

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Starting Seeds Indoors If you want to try starting watermelon seeds inside, follow these steps for a tasty harvest: Start this process 2-3 weeks before your last expected frost date.

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